Silicone Sunscreen, ranked by PFAS safety
All 23 platinum and food-grade silicone in our sunscreen database, graded Bad to Excellent and ranked safest first. 6 earn a buy-worthy grade.
La Roche-Posay
La Roche Posay Anthelios Clear Skin Dry Touch Sunscreen SPF 60
Water-based sunscreen emulsion (likely zinc oxide or titanium dioxide mineral UV filters with glycerin, silicone, and pl
Heavy metals
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed fragrance components
Limited concern
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Limited concern
Lower concern. Mineral formulation carries minimal PFAS risk.
⚠Risky category by default
Supergoop
! Protec Daily Skin Tint SPF 50
water-based pigment, titanium dioxide, silicones
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Limited concern
Lower concern; no obvious PFAS triggers but brand silence limits certainty.
⚠Risky category by default
EltaMD
UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46 Tinted
mineral sunscreen & silicone emollient base
Heavy metals
Limited concern
Lower PFAS concern, but no public testing or PFAS-free pledge from EltaMD.
⚠Risky category by default
Anasol
Sunscreen SPF 50 Oil Free Dry Touch Sun Protection Skin Care 200ml Anasol
Oil-free formulation (typical, mineral oil, glycerin, silicones, UV filters)
Organic UV filter systemic absorption
Moderate concern
Preservative-related contact dermatitis or sensitization
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed fragrance chemicals
Limited concern
Lower PFAS concern than treated clothing or nonstick pans; no red flags detected.
⚠Risky category by default
Drunk Elephant
Umbra Sheer Physical Daily Defense SPF 30
mineral-based UV filters, glycerin, silicones
Heavy metals
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens
Limited concern
Lower PFAS concern, though review the ingredient list before buying.
⚠Risky category by default
Kiehl's
Better Screen UV Serum-In-Stick Sunscreen SPF 50+
Cosmetic serum/stick sunscreen base (likely silicones, waxes, mineral UV filters)
Fragrance allergens (undisclosed components)
Limited concern
Silicone leaching or bioaccumulation
Limited concern
Lower PFAS concern; no known water-repellent coating or fluorine additives present.
⚠Risky category by default
Tarte
Skin Treat Poreless Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20
liquid/cream tinted moisturizer with SPF 20 (likely silicone, glycerin, pigment blend)
1,4-dioxane contamination in fragrances or emulsifiers
Limited concern
Allergenic fragrance components
Limited concern
Moderate concern due to brand silence, though no specific formula PFAS risks identified.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
UV Solutions Mattifying Sunscreen SPF 50
Emulsified sunscreen base (oxybenzone/avobenzone active ingredients, water, glycerin, silicones)
Endocrine disruptors
Limited concern
Avobenzone photodegradation
Moderate concern
Fragrance allergens (undisclosed components)
Limited concern
Sunscreen formula unlikely to contain PFAS; no ingredient disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Eucerin
Clear Skin Oil Control SPF 50 Face Sunscreen Lotion
Emulsion base with water, silicones, UV filters
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Limited concern
Silicone-related skin occlusion or buildup
Limited concern
1,4-dioxane as byproduct in ethoxylated ingredients
Limited concern
Waterproof sunscreen. PFAS risk unclear; no brand disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Neutrogena
Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Spf Sunscreen
water-resistant cosmetic emulsion, likely silicone or polymer-based
Fragrance allergens
Limited concern
Silicone or polymer skin sensitivity
Limited concern
1,4-Dioxane (process contaminant)
Limited concern
Waterproof sunscreen likely contains water-resistant additives; PFAS status unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Neutrogena
Clear Face Oil-Free Sunscreen
Oil-free sunscreen (aqueous base with UV filters, silicones)
PFAS
High concern
Volatile silicone inhalation risk
Limited concern
UV filter allergic contact dermatitis
Limited concern
Silicone and ingredient buildup on skin
Limited concern
Choose verified products; waterproof sunscreens may contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Australian Gold
SPF Lotion Sunscreen
water-resistant emulsion lotion (aqueous base with potential hydrocarbon/silicone emulsifiers)
Oxybenzone or avobenzone photostability concern
Limited concern
Emulsion preservative allergens
Moderate concern
Fragrance allergen load
Limited concern
Film-former or silicone hydrolysate skin occlusion
Limited concern
Unresolved PFAS risk in waterproof product with no brand disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Colorescience
Total Protection Face Shield SPF 50 Classic
Mineral powder, pigments, silicones, waterproofing agents (unspecified)
PFAS
Limited concern
Microparticle inhalation from powder application
Limited concern
Waterproof formula carries uncertain PFAS risk; needs ingredient transparency to assess.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Blue Tansy
ROHTO Skin Aqua Tone Up UV Essence SPF50+ PA++
Water-resistant cosmetic emulsion (likely silicone-based UV essence)
PFAS
High concern
Fragrance allergen or preservative sensitization
Limited concern
Silicone occlusion and comedogenicity
Limited concern
UV filter photoallergy or skin sensitization
Limited concern
Skip until the brand discloses waterproofing agents or certifies PFAS-free status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Drunk Elephant
Good Weather Skin All Over Sun Milk Face & Body SPF 50
Water-resistant cosmetic emulsion (oil-in-water base with silicones, UV filters, water-repellent additives)
Undisclosed UV filter chemistry
Limited concern
Silicone accumulation and skin barrier effects
Moderate concern
Fragrance allergens (if present)
Limited concern
Waterproofing agent residue
High concern
Medium-high risk; waterproof cosmetics often contain fluorinated compounds without transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Isdin
Eryfotona Ageless SPF 50
Waterproof UV filter emulsion (likely silicone or acrylate base)
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed fragrance components
Limited concern
1,4-dioxane (solvent contamination)
Limited concern
Heavy metals
Limited concern
Silicone or acrylate base polymer irritation and occlusion
Moderate concern
Water-resistant sunscreen with no public PFAS disclosures; typical category concern.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Isdin
Fotoprotector Fusion Water Magic Medium SPF50+ 50ml
Water-based sunscreen with silicone polymers and emulsifiers
PFAS
High concern
Silicone polymer accumulation and skin barrier disruption
Limited concern
Emulsifier irritation and skin sensitization
Limited concern
Preservative load and allergenic potential
Limited concern
Water-resistant sunscreen with unconfirmed PFAS risk; mineral alternatives are safer.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Isdin
Fotoultra 100 Active Unify Color Spf 50+ 50ml
water-resistant emulsion (sunscreen); likely silicone or polymer-based water-resistance vehicle
Water-resistance agent residue (unspecified chemistry)
Limited concern
Photocatalytic reactivity of UV filter + vehicle interaction
Limited concern
Moderate concern; water-resistant sunscreen has no disclosed PFAS verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer
Invisible Gel Face Sunscreen SPF 40
gel sunscreen with water-resistant silicone polymers
1,4-dioxane (likely impurity)
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens
Limited concern
Homosalate and other organic UV filters (systemic absorption)
Moderate concern
Silicone polymer bioaccumulation concerns
Limited concern
Waterproof sunscreen formulas carry PFAS risk; Neutrogena makes no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Shiseido
Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion SPF 60+
Water-resistant sunscreen lotion (likely silicone, polymers, UV filters)
Organic UV filter photodegradation and skin irritation
High concern
Silicone polymer occlusion and scalp buildup
Limited concern
PFAS
Moderate concern
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Limited concern
Avoid unless Shiseido reveals waterproofing chemistry to address PFAS concerns.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Shiseido
Daily Suncare Set
water-resistant cosmetic formulation (likely silicone/mineral base)
PFAS
High concern
Organic UV filter sensitization (oxybenzone, octinoxate)
Moderate concern
Silicone occlusion and scalp/follicle buildup
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed components
Limited concern
Avoid waterproof suncare lacking PFAS-free certification from the brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Sun Bum Original
Sun Bum SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist
Water-resistant aerosol sunscreen with silicone and mineral UV filters
Aerosol inhalation risk
Limited concern
Silicone accumulation on skin and in environment
Moderate concern
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed components
Limited concern
Titanium dioxide or zinc oxide inhalation (if mineral filter)
Limited concern
Waterproof cosmetics carry elevated PFAS risk with no Sun Bum disclosure provided.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Shiseido
Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel NB SPF50+ PA++++
Water-resistant gel sunscreen with silicone and UV filters
PFAS
High concern
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Limited concern
Silicone accumulation or skin barrier disruption with chronic use
Limited concern
Waterproof formula suggests PFAS risk; brand silence on testing warrants caution.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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