Sunscreen test: Natural cosmetics are among the losers
29.6.2022
Translation: machine translated
Stiftung Warentest has tested 20 sunscreens. Four scored poorly. Natural cosmetics were particularly disappointing.
Of 20 sunscreens tested, 16 provide reliable protection. This is the quality verdict of Stiftung Warentest. The consumer organization examined various creams, lotions and sprays with sun protection factor 30, 50 or 50+. The tests were carried out to determine
- whether the promised sun protection factor (UVB protection) and UVA protection are met (weighting 50%)
- whether ingredients can be detected that the EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) classifies as critical. They evaluate ingredients more strictly compared to the EU Cosmetics Regulation (weighting 20%)
- whether tamper-evidence and disposal and recycling instructions can be found on the packaging. In addition, the filling level and quantity were checked (weighting 15%)
- various declarations on the product (weighting 15%)
How exactly was tested, you can read here.
I have summarized the results for you in an overview.
"Very good"
Garnier Ambre Solaire Hydra 24h Sun Protection Milk SPF 30 (test winner).
dm Alverde Natural Cosmetics Sensitive Sun Milk SPF 30
dm Sundance MED Sun Spray SPF 50+
Avène Eau Thermale Intense Protect SPF 50+
Lidl Cien Sun sun milk LSF 30
Penny and Rewe Today sun milk LSF 30
Cetaphil Sun Sensitive Gel-Cream SPF 50+
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Hydrating Lotion SPF 50+
Nivea Sun Protection & Care Spray SPF 30 [[product:6996745, 18256585, 12944181]]
"Good"
Dado Sens Sun Cream SPF 30
Ladival Sensitive Skin plus Sun Protection Spray SPF 50+**
Lancaster Sun Sensitive Oil-free Milk LSF 50
Kaufland Bevola sun milk LSF 50
SunD'Or Sun Spray Aerosol Spray LSF 30
Sunscreen
CHF21.70 CHF144.67/1l
Lancaster Clean Sun Sensitive Oil Free
Suntan lotion, SPF 50, 150 ml, 192 g
"Satisfactory"
Müller Lavozon Sun Spray SPF 50
Eucerin Allergy Protect Sun Gel-Cream LSF 50+ [[productlist:9255840]]
The Müller Lavozon and Eucerin products contained critical substances. Eucerin's product contains homosalate, a UV filter suspected of influencing our hormone system. Müller's product, on the other hand, contains high levels of benzophenone. According to Stiftung Warentest, this substance enters the sunscreen either as an impurity or as a by-product of the UV filter octocrylene. It is suspected of promoting the development of cancer.
"Poor"
All products listed here fell short of the specified UVB protection in the test. Among them are three of the four natural cosmetics-certified products.
The Boep Sun Cream Sensitive SPF 30 (natural cosmetics).
Rossmann Sunozon Transparent Sun Spray SPF 30
Speick Sun Sun Milk SPF 30 (natural cosmetics)
Lavera Sensitive Sun Lotion SPF 30 (natural cosmetics) [[productlist:13381208]]
You can find the entire article from Stiftung Warentest here.
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Natalie Hemengül
Senior Editor
Natalie.Hemenguel@digitecgalaxus.chAs a massive Disney fan, I see the world through rose-tinted glasses. I worship series from the 90s and consider mermaids a religion. When I’m not dancing in glitter rain, I’m either hanging out at pyjama parties or sitting at my make-up table. P.S. I love you, bacon, garlic and onions.
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