
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Mineral Sunscreen with 2 key ingredients
FEATURES
SPF 50 PA++++ protection for broad spectrum UVA, UVB & IR rays, Zinc oxide offers broad-spectrum sun defense while soothing skin, Titanium dioxide mineral-based protection for all skin types, Tinted matte finish evens skin tone and smooth appearance, Pore-minimizing formula reduces pores and fine lines, Lightweight and oil-free formula, Free from parabens and sulfates, Cruelty-free
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
Parabens,Sulphates
Who Is It For?
All Genders No Specific Age Range MentionedWhat Does It Help With?
Sunburn Premature Aging Dark Spots Pore Appearance Skin Tone Evenness Oily Skin Shine ControlBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Nykaa E retail limited Says
Product Description:
Sunshine? Yes please! But don't forget to protect your skin with Cureskin Tinted SPF 50 Sunscreen. This lightweight, oil-free formula packs a punch with SPF 50, shielding you from harmful UVA and UVB rays that cause sunburn, premature aging, and dark spots. Features: SPF 50 PA++++ protection: Shields skin from harmful UVA, UVB, and IR rays to prevent sunburn, premature aging, and dark spots. Zinc oxide: Offers broad-spectrum sun defense while soothing the skin. Titanium dioxide: Mineral-based protection thatโs gentle and effective on all skin types. Tinted matte finish: Evens out skin tone and provides a natural, smooth appearance. Pore-minimizing formula: Delivers a blurred finish, reducing the look of pores and fine lines. Lightweight and oil-free: Ensures comfortable wear without greasiness. Know more: Free from parabens and sulphates. This product is cruelty-free. About the Brand: Cureskin is dedicated to transforming skincare with scientifically backed, dermatologist-developed regimens tailored for individual skin needs. Every product and treatment plan is crafted to cure and correct specific skin concerns, whether itโs acne, pigmentation, or sensitivity, while providing long-term care and nurturing skin health. Guided by a team of dermatologists, Cureskin ensures a personalized approach that blends advanced dermatological expertise with cutting-edge skincare technology, making skincare effective, safe, and accessible. This mission is simple: empower individuals with healthier, radiant skin through solutions that evolve with you, for results that truly last. Explore the entire range of Face Sunscreen available on Nykaa. Shop more Cureskin products here. You can browse through the complete world of Cureskin Face Sunscreen.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Cyclomethicone,Dimethicone/Vinyl-Dimethicone-Crosspolymer,Zinc-Oxide,Coco-Caprylate/Caprate,Caprylyl-Methicone,PEG-12-Dimethicone/PPG-20-Crosspolymer,Titanium-Dioxide,Alumina,Simethicone,Polyhydroxystearic-Acid,Diethylhexyl-Butamido-Triazone,Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol-Methoxyphenyl-Triazine,Aluminum-Hydroxide,Isopropyl-Titanium-Triisostearate,Bis-PEG-15-Dimethicone/IPDI-Copolymer,PEG-2-Soyamine,Dimethylmethoxy-Chromanol,Silica,Fragrance,CI-77492,CI-77491
Key Ingredients
Titanium Dioxide,Zinc Oxide
Ingredients Details
Alumina
Common Name(s): Alumina,cosmetic active,functional ingredient
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Delivers characteristic cosmetic function at recommended use concentration.
Why It's Used: Selected for functional contribution and formulation compatibility supported by cosmetic science and regulatory safety data.
How It Works: Works through the mechanism of its molecular class as documented in peer-reviewed cosmetic literature.
Typically Found In: Skin care formulations
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ cosmetic active
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Alumina has an established safety profile within the cosmetic regulatory framework at standard use concentrations.
Last Verified: Cosing database,alumina technical literature
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Coco-caprylate/caprate
Common Name(s): Coco-caprylate/caprate
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Smooths and softens skin by filling intercorneocyte spaces, reducing friction, and providing a pleasant aesthetic skin feel in formulations.
Why It's Used: Synthetic esters provide tailored aesthetic properties โ spreadability, skin feel, volatility, refractive index โ that natural oils alone cannot consistently deliver.
How It Works: The ester molecule fills microscopic surface irregularities between corneocytes, reducing coefficient of friction, reflecting light uniformly, and providing a lubrication layer that protects the skin surface.
Typically Found In: Moisturizers,sunscreens,color cosmetics,body lotions,lip products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Synthetic emollients
Secondary Functions: Emollient
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1โ20%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Synthetically produced ester emollient; no animal components.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1
Comedogenicity Rating: 1
Sensitivity Concerns: Low sensitization potential at recommended use concentrations.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Well-characterized cosmetic ingredient with established safety profile. generally non-irritating at typical use concentrations. suitable for leave-on and rinse-off cosmetics.
Works Well With: Silicones,uv filters,other emollients
Avoid Combining With: Strongly alkaline conditions (risk of saponification of ester-type emollients)
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
The spreading coefficient of an emollient is governed by its surface tension, viscosity, and polarity. esters with branched alkyl chains (e.g., isopropyl, isostearyl) spread rapidly and leave a non-tacky film; linear long-chain esters provide more substantive moisturization. hlb value determines the preferred formulation system (w/o vs o/w emulsions).
Last Verified: Cosing eu database; pcpc cosmetic ingredient safety reviews; ingredient-specific safety and efficacy literature
Primary Sources: 2025-01-15
Cyclomethicone
Common Name(s): Cyclomethicone,cyclic volatile silicone,dry-touch carrier solvent
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides a dry, weightless application vehicle that evaporates cleanly leaving actives and non-volatile silicones deposited on skin โ eliminating the residual heaviness of conventional liquid carrier solvents.
Why It's Used: Cyclosiloxanes are the unique volatile silicone solvents that dissolve non-volatile silicones (dimethicone, cyclomethicone), organic uv filters, and lipophilic actives, providing the sensory-superior dry-touch application experience in premium formulations.
How It Works: Cyclosiloxane vapour pressure (d5 cyclopentasiloxane ~0.3 mmhg at 25ยฐc) provides clean evaporation at body temperature. the cyclic ring structure provides lower boiling point than equivalent linear dimethicone, enabling faster evaporation while the ring conformation maintains the silicone's low surface energy for smooth application.
Typically Found In: Primers,antiperspirants,sunscreens
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ emollient
Secondary Functions: Barrier sealing,softening
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ50%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived, synthetic or animal-derived. verify source.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 1/5 โ low; formulation-dependent
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Humectants,ceramides,actives as carrier
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Cyclopentasiloxane (d5) and cyclohexasiloxane (d6) are under eu regulatory review for potential environmental persistence (pbt assessment) โ formulators should monitor eu regulation 2018/35 implementation for restrictions in wash-off products.
Last Verified: Cosing database,eu cyclosiloxane regulatory review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Fragrance
Common Name(s): Fragrance ingredient,eu allergen or aromatic component,olfactory/flavour
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides the complete fragrance profile contributing to product sensory experience and consumer appeal.
Why It's Used: Fragrance is a major consumer purchase driver โ up to 70% of consumers make purchasing decisions partially based on product scent.
How It Works: Fragrance blends interact with olfactory receptors providing the sensory profile โ complex mixtures activate multiple receptor types for rich, multidimensional scent experiences.
Typically Found In: All fragrance products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ cosmetic active
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: Standard use levels
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Ifra guidelines set usage limits for fragrance ingredients based on skin sensitisation and phototoxicity assessment for each application category.
Last Verified: Eu regulation 1223/2009 annex iii,ifra standards,fragrance allergen declaration requirements
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12