Australian Gold SPF Ultimate Hydration Sunscreen Lotion
Sunscreen with no fluorinated ingredient on record, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
Australian Gold has no PFAS statement on record for this sunscreen. Our record does not include an ingredient-level check, so look for fluorinated ingredients such as Teflon-type coating on the label.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Lotion base with water-resistant UV filters
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Australian Gold SPF Sunscreen Lotion is made of, ingredients and materials
Australian Gold SPF Ultimate Hydration is a water-resistant lotion sunscreen base with UV filters. Lotion sunscreens are oil-and-water emulsions designed to spread easily and adhere to skin while providing SPF protection. The 'hydration' formulation typically includes glycerin or similar humectants to reduce drying. No fluorinated (PFAS-containing) ingredients are on record for this product, and the water-resistant claim derives from the emulsion chemistry itself, not a PFAS coating.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Lotion sunscreens commonly use preservatives (such as methylisothiazolinone or similar) to prevent microbial growth in water-based formulations. No specific formulation disclosure for this product is publicly available; contact the manufacturer for a full ingredient list if you have known sensitivities to preservatives.
Source, ATSDR ↗Fragrance allergens or undisclosed fragrance components
Product name and marketing suggest hydration benefits but do not specify fragrance. Sunscreen lotions often contain fragrance compounds; if you have fragrance sensitivity, request an unscented version or verify ingredients on the label before purchase.
Skin irritation or photosensitivity from UV filters
Individual sensitivity to chemical or mineral UV filters varies. Oxybenzone and octinoxate, common chemical filters, can trigger reactions in a small percentage of users; if you have sensitive skin, perform a patch test on a small area before full application.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
No recalls or testing reports of lead, cadmium, or arsenic contamination in Australian Gold sunscreens are on record. Sunscreen formulations are subject to FDA ingredient approval, which screens for heavy-metal impurities in approved UV actives.
Source, FDA ↗1,4-dioxane contamination
1,4-dioxane is a manufacturing byproduct sometimes present in emulsified personal care products. No recalls or detected contamination in Australian Gold sunscreens are on record, but this hazard is not routinely tested by brands or disclosed unless found.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Australian Gold is a recognized sunscreen brand with no major safety recalls or established quality issues in publicly available records. The brand does not publish a specific PFAS transparency statement, which is typical for most mainstream sunscreen manufacturers. The company has not faced documented controversies related to heavy metals, formaldehyde releasers, or contaminated raw materials in sunscreen lines.
How it compares in its category
Lotion sunscreens are a mainstream category with consistent regulatory oversight by the FDA (in the US). Australian Gold sits in the mid-market segment, competing with brands like Coppertone and Banana Boat on price and availability rather than premium claims. Water-resistant sunscreen lotions are common and do not carry unusual hazard profiles compared to spray or stick formats, though lotions do not aerosolize inhalation risks.
If you buy it
Apply generously and reapply every two hours or after swimming; lotion sunscreens perform as intended at room temperature and do not require special storage beyond keeping the bottle sealed and out of direct heat. Check the expiration date before use, as UV filter efficacy can degrade over time. This product is not intended for infants under 6 months; use physical barriers or consult a pediatrician for younger children.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Australian Gold has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to Australian Gold SPF Ultimate Hydration Sunscreen Lotion?
- Mineral sunscreen, zinc oxide base
- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
- 1,4-dioxane (non-intentional contaminant from surfactants/emulsifiers)
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide base)
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Synthetic fragrance allergens
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