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Is Sun Dance 30 Transparent Sunspray Safe? Ingredient Analysis

DM

DM's Sun Dance 30 Transparent Sunspray is reviewed here as a sunscreen. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Alcohol, Octocrylene, Dibutyl Adipate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several synthetic ingredients like alcohol and octocrylene, which raise concerns about skin irritation and potential toxicity. The presence of fragrance and preservatives further complicates the safety profile.

Main concern

Alcohol can be drying and irritating, especially for sensitive skin types.

Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.

Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.

Pros

  • Contains glycerin, a good humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin.
  • Includes tocopheryl acetate, an antioxidant that can provide skin protection.
  • Acrylates/octylacrylamide copolymer acts as a stabilizer, enhancing product consistency.
  • Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane provides broad-spectrum UV protection.

Concerns

  • Alcohol can be drying and irritating, especially for sensitive skin types.
  • Octocrylene is a synthetic UV filter that may cause skin irritation in some individuals.
  • Fragrance components like limonene and alpha-isomethyl ionone can trigger allergic reactions.
  • Dibutyl adipate is a synthetic emollient that raises concerns about potential skin absorption.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • users trying to avoid silicones

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sunscreen, not just listed as a raw label.

How we score

Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.

Product info

Product ID: 4277639

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Frequently asked questions

This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This sunscreen has a Zerotox ingredient score of 60 / 100. Always follow label directions for use. See sunscreen products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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DM — Sun Dance 30 Transparent Sunspray has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More DM products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
Our analysis flags alcohol in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
DM — Sun Dance 30 Transparent Sunspray has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains glycerin, a good humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin.; Includes tocopheryl acetate, an antioxidant that can provide skin protection.; Acrylates/octylacrylamide copolymer acts as a stabilizer, enhancing product consistency.. See the Pros section above.
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The composition includes several synthetic ingredients like alcohol and octocrylene, which raise concerns about skin irritation and potential toxicity. The presence of fragrance and preservatives further complicates the safety profile. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Alcohol can be drying and irritating, especially for sensitive skin types.; Octocrylene is a synthetic UV filter that may cause skin irritation in some individuals.; Fragrance components like limonene and alpha-isomethyl ionone can trigger allergic reactions.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.