Supergoop! Protec Daily Skin Tint SPF 50
Lower concern; no obvious PFAS triggers but brand silence limits certainty.
This pigmented sunscreen tint lacks Teflon-family coating or heavy water-resistance chemistry typical of PFAS products. The brand shares no PFAS testing or ingredient sourcing details.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
water-based pigment, titanium dioxide, silicones
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What’s concerning
No PFAS disclosure
The company has not publicly discussed PFAS in this product.
Category baseline
cosmetics is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No formulation details confirm preservative type; common cosmetic preservatives like methylisothiazolinone or phenoxyethanol are well-tolerated by most users but can trigger contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals. Supergoop! does not advertise formaldehyde-releaser-free status.
Source: ATSDR ↗What’s reassuring
Safe base material
Made from ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber with no PFAS risk.
Titanium dioxide (inhalation risk)
Topical application of pigment-grade titanium dioxide in a cream/tint formulation poses no established inhalation or systemic toxicity risk. Concern is primarily for inhaled powder or spray forms; this product is not inhaled.
Silicone volatiles (cyclopentasiloxane-type)
Volatile silicones used in cosmetic bases are classified as safe for skin contact by SCCS and FDA; they evaporate rapidly and are not absorbed systemically at cosmetic-use levels.
Lead
Titanium dioxide used in cosmetics is regulated for heavy metal impurities under FDA guidelines and does not show a pattern of contamination in reputable suppliers; no recalls or complaints specific to this product are recorded.
Source: ATSDR ↗Fragrance allergens
Product is listed as fragrance-free on the label; no identified allergen risk from added fragrance compounds.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Supergoop! Protec Daily Skin Tint SPF 50 is a water-based mineral sunscreen relying on titanium dioxide as its primary UV filter, combined with silicones for texture and spreadability. Titanium dioxide in cosmetic-grade form has a strong safety record in topical use; it sits on skin rather than absorbing systemically. The silicone base (likely cyclopentasiloxane or similar volatiles) evaporates quickly and is not classified as a reproductive or developmental hazard in cosmetic concentrations.
The brand's record and disclosure
Supergoop! is a sunscreen-focused brand with generally transparent ingredient labeling available on its website and packaging. The company has not published formal PFAS sourcing statements or third-party certifications (e.g., Clean Beauty, NSF Certified, EWG Verified), which leaves modest uncertainty around indirect PFAS in water or pigment supply chains. No major product recalls or safety controversies involving this specific product are on public record.
How it compares in its category
Water-based mineral tints are among the safest sunscreen formats available; they avoid chemical UV absorbers (oxybenzone, avobenzone) that carry higher absorption and endocrine-concern profiles. Compared to fluid or spray sunscreens, this product's pigment-based approach eliminates inhalation risk. Most competitors in the tinted mineral sunscreen niche (e.g., Colorescience, EltaMD) use similar titanium dioxide plus silicone bases with similar safety profiles.
If you buy it
Apply to clean, dry skin 15 minutes before sun exposure; reapply every 2 hours or after water contact. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat; silicone bases can separate if exposed to extreme temperatures but remain safe. Discontinue use if irritation develops; titanium dioxide is rarely allergenic but skin reactivity to silicones or preservatives can occur. No special maintenance required; use within 12 months of opening per standard cosmetic shelf life.
What we don’t know
- 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.
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Raw Elements
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✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
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