Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Weightless Lotion Sunscreen
Low-medium risk; standard lotion sunscreen poses minimal PFAS concern.
Water-based lotion with mineral UV filters requires no waterproofing or special coatings typical of PFAS use. Hawaiian Tropic makes no PFAS claims, and no independent lab testing is publicly available.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Water-based lotion emulsion with mineral UV filters
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Hawaiian Tropic Silk Lotion Sunscreen is made of, ingredients and materials
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration is a water-based lotion emulsion using mineral UV filters (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide), not chemical absorbers like oxybenzone or avobenzone. Mineral filters sit on skin and reflect UV rather than penetrating; they carry lower systemic absorption risk. The lotion base includes water, glycerin, and emulsifiers typical of mainstream sunscreens. No Teflon-type coating, silicone resins, or known problematic coatings are part of this formulation.
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.
Fragrance allergens
Hawaiian Tropic formulations typically include fragrance blends. Individual sensitivity to perfume components (e.g., limonene, linalool) is common and can trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory irritation in sensitive users; no brand-specific reaction data is on record.
Emulsion stability and skin barrier interaction
Water-based lotions rely on emulsifiers to suspend mineral filters; excessive or frequent use without skin hydration can alter skin moisture and barrier function in some individuals. No brand-specific irritancy studies are on record; risk is typical for commercial sunscreens.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are generally recognized as low concern in sunscreens; contamination with lead or cadmium in mineral pigments is not documented for this product or brand. Independent testing results are not publicly available.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
No established reports of 1,4-dioxane contamination or formaldehyde-releasing preservatives in Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration. Typical lotion preservatives (e.g., phenoxyethanol) do not generate formaldehyde; full ingredient list review would be needed to confirm absence.
Source, ATSDR ↗Talc contamination
This is a lotion, not a powder formulation; talc is not a standard ingredient in water-based sunscreen lotions. No talc-related hazard is relevant to this product category.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Hawaiian Tropic is owned by Edgewell Personal Care and has no documented recalls or safety violations for this product line. The brand does not publicly disclose full ingredient sourcing, supply-chain certifications, or independent safety testing data. No third-party EWG verification, Reef Safe certification, or Non-GMO Project status is known for this lotion. Transparency on contaminants or heavy-metal screening in pigments is not on record.
How it compares in its category
Water-based mineral sunscreens are considered lower concern than oil-based or chemical-absorber formulations for systemic toxicity and bioaccumulation. This product sits in the mainstream commercial segment, not the premium clean-beauty or certified-organic tier. Compared to reef-safe or reef-certified alternatives, Hawaiian Tropic does not advertise environmental harm reduction. Cost and availability are competitive; hazard profile is typical for mass-market lotion sunscreens.
If you buy it
Apply generously to exposed skin 15 minutes before sun exposure and reapply every 2 hours or after swimming. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent emulsion separation or component breakdown. Do not heat the lotion or leave it in a hot car for extended periods, as mineral filter settling and fragrance volatilization can occur. Discontinue use if rash, irritation, or allergic response develops, and rinse thoroughly with water.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Hawaiian Tropic has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Weightless Lotion Sunscreen?
- 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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