Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40
Lower concern with mineral actives and no known high-risk processing.
Mineral actives (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide) don't typically require PFAS treatment. Supergoop doesn't publish PFAS statements or certifications.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
mineral sunscreen actives + emollient base (no known PFAS-prone coatings)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40 is made of, ingredients and materials
Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40 is a mineral sunscreen using zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide as UV blockers, combined with a silicone and oil-based emollient matrix. These inorganic mineral actives sit on the skin surface rather than absorbing into it, which is why mineral sunscreens are generally considered lower-risk for systemic chemical exposure compared to organic (chemical) sunscreens. The emollient base is designed to provide hydration and a luminous finish without the photostability concerns that plague some organic UV filters.
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 and sensitizers
Glowscreen contains fragrance (listed as 'fragrance' on label), which is a known category of contact allergens. Individual sensitivity varies widely; the specific fragrance composition is not fully disclosed, so cross-reactivity risk cannot be precisely assessed without full ingredient transparency.
Endocrine disruptors
Some emollients and preservatives used in cosmetic formulations have been studied for weak estrogenic activity (e.g., certain parabens, bisphenols). Supergoop! does not disclose full preservative systems publicly, so the presence or absence of concern compounds cannot be confirmed from available information.
Source, NIEHS ↗What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
Mineral sunscreens may contain iron oxides or mica for color and luminosity. No recalls or testing reports document lead, cadmium, or arsenic contamination in Supergoop! Glowscreen specifically; regulatory monitoring of cosmetic colorants is ongoing but no product-specific concern is on record.
Source, FDA ↗Silicone and emollient accumulation on skin
Silicone-based sunscreens can feel occlusive and may accumulate if not thoroughly cleansed daily. No systemic toxicity or skin damage is established from silicone sunscreen use, but some users report comedogenicity or discomfort; this is a tolerance issue rather than a safety hazard.
Titanium dioxide or zinc oxide inhalation (powder form)
Glowscreen is a liquid or emulsion, not a powder, so inhalation risk from aerosolized particles is not applicable. Mineral sunscreen powders carry a potential concern; this product format does not.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Supergoop! does not publicly disclose PFAS testing or exclusion commitments, and the brand has not published ingredient transparency reports beyond standard labeling. The company is not known for major sunscreen safety recalls or ingredient controversies in the public record. As a prestige beauty brand owned by Estée Lauder Companies, standard cosmetic regulations and testing apply, but no third-party certifications (Clean Beauty, EWG Verified, etc.) are evident for this product line.
How it compares in its category
Mineral sunscreens like Glowscreen occupy the lower-risk end of the sunscreen spectrum for chemical leaching concerns. It is comparable in safety profile to other silicone-based mineral sunscreens from brands like Blue Lizard or Dermalogica, though it carries a higher price point. Organic chemical sunscreens (with oxybenzone, avobenzone, etc.) present more systemic absorption unknowns; this product avoids those concerns entirely.
If you buy it
Store Glowscreen in a cool, dry place away from direct heat and sunlight to preserve the emollient base and prevent separation or rancidity over time. Apply generously and reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating, as with all sunscreens. Monitor the product for changes in texture, color, or odor; discard after one year of opening if stability is uncertain. Patch-test if you have sensitive or reactive skin, as mineral sunscreens can occasionally cause irritation in prone individuals despite their safety profile.
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
- Supergoop has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40?
- Mineral sunscreen, zinc oxide base
- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
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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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