
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
100% Mineral Sunscreen with multiple natural and active ingredients (like Nano Zinc Oxide 25%, Titanium Dioxide, Niacinamide 3%, Witch Hazel Extract, Tea Tree Extracts, Cica Extracts, Bisabolol, Willowbark Extract)
FEATURES
Lightweight, Broad spectrum SPF 50 PA++++ protection, controls excess oil, soothes and brightens skin, water resistant, no white cast, non-comedogenic, fragrance free, suitable for sensitive and acne prone skin
BEST FOR
oily
CHECKS
Free from Fragrance, SLS, Paraben, Alcohol
Who Is It For?
Adults Suitable For Sensitive Acne Prone And Oily Skin Gender-neutralWhat Does It Help With?
Sun Protection Oil Control Soothing Redness And Inflammation Brightening Skin Reducing Pigmentation Cleaning Clogged PoresBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Hyphen Says
Product Description:
SUN MILK 100 MINERAL SUNSCREEN SPF 50 PA A mineral sunscreen that protects skin by reflecting UV rays instead of absorbing them. It soothes and brightens skin while controlling excess oil. Its milky lightweight texture absorbs quickly and does not leave any white cast. This noncomedogenic sunscreen is fragrance free and perfect for oily acneprone and sensitive skin types. The minerals in this sunscreen physically block UVAUVB rays and blue light without generating heat on the skin this makes it safe for acne prone & sensitive skin. It regulates sebum production and removes impurities without clogging the pores. It also soothes redness and inflammation caused by sun exposure. This sunscreen also helps reduce pigmentation and uneven texture. Naturally occurring minerals like Nano Zinc Oxide 25 and Titanium Dioxide protect the skin from UVAUVB rays without irritating it. Niacinamide 3 brightens while Witch Hazel Extract regulates sebum production. Tea Tree Extracts Cica Extracts and Bisabolol soothe the skin and Willowbark Extract gently exfoliates to clean clogged pores.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Nano-Zinc-Oxide, Titanium-Dioxide, Niacinamide, Witch-Hazel-Extract, Tea-Tree-Extracts, Cica-Extracts, Bisabolol, Willowbark-Extract
Key Ingredients
Nano Zinc Oxide 25%, Titanium Dioxide, Niacinamide 3%, Witch Hazel Extract, Tea Tree Extracts, Cica Extracts, Bisabolol, Willowbark Extract
Ingredients Details
Bisabolol
Common Name(s): Alpha-bisabolol,levomenol,(-)-alpha-bisabolol
CAS Number: 515-69-5
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Reduces skin inflammation, soothes irritation, promotes wound healing, and enhances penetration of co-formulated actives.
Why It's Used: Premium natural soothing active with combined anti-inflammatory, wound healing, and penetration-enhancing activity โ clinically validated across sensitive, reactive, and irritated skin types.
How It Works: Inhibits nf-kb pathway reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines il-1ฮฒ, il-6, tnf-ฮฑ. enhances stratum corneum lipid fluidity increasing penetration of co-delivered actives. antimicrobial against s. aureus and c. albicans. promotes keratinocyte migration for wound healing.
Typically Found In: Sensitive skin products,post-procedure formulations,anti-irritant formulas,wound healing
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ soothing / anti-inflammatory
Secondary Functions: Anti-inflammatory,penetration enhancement,antimicrobial
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ1%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ from candeia tree (vanillosmopsis erythropappa) or synthetic
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Natural (-)-alpha-bisabolol from brazilian candeia tree is more sustainable and potent than chamomile-derived bisabolol. synthetic (ยฑ)-bisabolol is racemic with slightly lower anti-inflammatory potency.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; ideal for reactive and sensitive skin.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes โ particularly recommended for sensitive skin
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Ceramides,panthenol,allantoin,hyaluronic acid,centella asiatica
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Bisabolol's dual function as both an anti-inflammatory and a penetration enhancer is synergistic โ by reducing the inflammatory response that increases barrier tightness while simultaneously fluidizing stratum corneum lipids, it provides enhanced delivery of co-formulated actives in the very conditions where delivery is most needed.
Last Verified: Cosing database,piazza et al. bisabolol anti-inflammatory study,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Niacinamide
Common Name(s): Vitamin b3,nicotinamide,pyridine-3-carboxamide
CAS Number: 98-92-0
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Niacinamide strengthens the skin barrier, reduces visible pore size, regulates sebum production, fades dark spots, and improves skin texture and tone.
Why It's Used: It is used because it addresses multiple skin concerns at once without irritation, making it suitable for all skin types. it is stable in formulations and pairs well with most other actives.
How It Works: Niacinamide inhibits the transfer of melanosomes (pigment packets) to skin cells, reducing hyperpigmentation. it also stimulates ceramide synthesis to strengthen the skin barrier and reduces inflammation by modulating cytokine activity.
Typically Found In: Serums,moisturizers,toners,cleansers,eye creams,sunscreens,primers
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ vitamin
Secondary Functions: Barrier repair,brightening,anti-inflammatory
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 2%โ10% (typical: 5%; higher concentrations may cause flushing in some individuals)
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetically produced
Halal Status: Yes โ synthetic origin
Source Notes: Commercially produced via synthesis from nicotinic acid or 3-cyanopyridine. no animal-derived sources used in cosmetic-grade niacinamide.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low; concentrations above 10% may cause temporary flushing in sensitive individuals
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: At concentrations >10%, some users experience niacin flush (transient redness/tingling). generally very well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes โ one of the best-tolerated actives for sensitive skin
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Extensively studied and considered very safe. ewg hazard score: 1. no significant systemic toxicity concerns at topical concentrations.
Works Well With: Retinol,peptides,ahas/bhas,hyaluronic acid,ceramides,zinc,vitamin c,spf
Avoid Combining With: High concentrations of vitamin c (ascorbic acid) may theoretically convert to niacin โ use at different times if using pure l-ascorbic acid above 15%
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Niacinamide is a precursor to nad+ and nadp+, coenzymes vital to cellular energy metabolism. its benefits for dna repair and mitochondrial function make it a key ingredient in anti-aging strategies.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,ewg skin deep,pubmed clinical studies
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12