MEXITAN SUNSCREEN LOTION, SPF 50
last updated: 04/30/08 brand: Mexitan by Mexitan Products
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Sunscreen effectiveness* breakdown
| HIGH | UVB sunburn protection |
| HIGH | UVA protection |
| HIGH | sunscreen stability |
*Note that the same active ingredient combination may score differently in two different products depending on the concentration of the ingredients and the mixture of inactive ingredients.
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| TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO) (6%) |
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| ZINC OXIDE (NON-NANO) (22.5%) |
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Note to manufacturers: We have assumed a typical particle size for the mineral(s) in your product based on typical industry use. We welcome specific data from manufacturers if actual particle size is different.
Given the incomplete information made available by companies and the government, EWG provides additional information on personal care product ingredients from the published scientific literature. The chart below indicates that research studies have found that exposure to one or more ingredients in this product -- not the product itself -- caused the indicated health effect(s) in the studies reviewed by Skin Deep researchers. Actual health risks, if any, will vary based on the level of exposure to the ingredient and individual susceptibility -- information not available in Skin Deep.
Ingredients in this product are linked to: | |
 | Cancer |
| Developmental/reproductive toxicity |
| Violations, restrictions & warnings |
| Allergies/immunotoxicity |
| Other concerns for ingredients used in this product: Persistence and bioaccumulation, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Enhanced skin absorption, Contamination concerns, Occupational hazards, Biochemical or cellular level changes |
Note from EWG: Unlike many other kinds of personal care products, sunscreen can provide health benefits, protecting against the sun's cancer-causing UV radiation. More than one million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in the U.S. every year. Health officials recommend wearing sunscreen as one of many important steps to minimize skin cancer risk. (more sun safety tips)
Ingredients from packaging: Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide (6%) Zinc Oxide (22.5%) Inactive Ingredients: Deionized Water, Sunflower Oil, Lecithin, Coconut Oil, Glycerine, Xanthan Gum, Green Tea Extract, Jojoba Oil, Tocopherol Acetate (Vitamin-E), Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin-A), Shea Butter, Eucalyptus Oil
Directions from packaging: Shake well and apply evenly before sun exposure. Apply and reapply as directed to avoid lowering protection. Reapply after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating and after towel-drying. Otherwise reapply at least every 2 hours. Children under 6 months, ask a doctor.
Warnings from packaging: For external use only. When using this product keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Stop use and ask a doctor if rash or irritation develops or lasts. Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help right away.
user reviews & comments
| anonymous 19986 |  | "I'm a landscaper and am outside in California 4-5 days a week. I've used the #30 (and #15 in winter) for at least the last 18 months and love it! I' ..." | Read more. | |
| anonymous 8243 | | "This is a great sunscreen. It doesn't leave that chalky white face that so many non-chemical blocks do. It has a great texture that doesn't rub off an ..." | Read more. | |
| anonymous 34096 | "It's sticky, streaky, & looks strange on our skin. Very poor quality. ..." | Read more. | ||
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ingredients
| score | data gap | concerns | |
| ZINC OXIDE (NON-NANO) ZINC OXIDE (22.5%) (Active Ingredient) | 1 | 81% | Persistence and bioaccumulation, Occupational hazards |
| LECITHIN | 4 | 70% | Multiple, additive exposure sources, Enhanced skin absorption, Contamination concerns (NITROSAMINES) |
| RETINYL PALMITATE | 5 | 70% | Cancer, Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Violations, restrictions & warnings, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Biochemical or cellular level changes |
| TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO) TITANIUM DIOXIDE (6%) (Active Ingredient) | 1 | 82% | Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards, Biochemical or cellular level changes |
| TOCOPHERYL ACETATE TOCOPHEROL ACETATE (VITAMIN-E) | 4 | 81% | Allergies/immunotoxicity, Contamination concerns (HYDROQUINONE) |
| GLYCERIN | 2 | 74% | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards |
| COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL | 1 | 89% | none identified |
| SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL JOJOBA OIL | 1 | 87% | none identified |
| EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS (EUCALYPTUS) LEAF OIL EUCALYPTUS OIL | 1 | 86% | Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) |
| CAMELLIA OLEIFERA (TEA-OIL CAMELLIA) SEED EXTRACT GREEN TEA EXTRACT | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA BUTTER) | 0 | 94% | none identified |
| HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) OIL | 0 | 94% | none identified |
| XANTHAN GUM | 0 | 94% | none identified |
| WATER | 0 | 0% | innocuous |
Cancer*
*This table includes all possible cancer concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more in vitro tests on mammalian cells show positive mutation results | ZINC OXIDE (NON-NANO), TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO), GLYCERIN | |
| Cancer - limited evidence | RETINYL PALMITATE |
Developmental/reproductive toxicity*
*This table includes all possible developmental/reproductive toxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show developmental effects at high doses | ZINC OXIDE (NON-NANO) | |
| One or more animal studies show reproductive effects at moderate doses | GLYCERIN | |
| One or more animal studies show reproductive effects at low doses | RETINYL PALMITATE |
Violations, restrictions & warnings*
*This table includes all possible violations, restrictions & warnings concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Determined safe for use in cosmetics, subject to concentration or use limitations - Safe for use in cosmetics with some qualifications | LECITHIN | |
| Restricted in cosmetics (recommendations or requirements) - use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Use is restricted in Canadian cosmetics | RETINYL PALMITATE |
Neurotoxicity*
*This table includes all possible neurotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show brain and nervous system effects at high doses | ZINC OXIDE (NON-NANO), RETINYL PALMITATE, GLYCERIN, EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS (EUCALYPTUS) LEAF OIL | |
| One or more animal studies show brain and nervous system effects at moderate doses | LECITHIN |
Endocrine disruption*
*This table includes all possible endocrine disruption concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show endocrine system disruption at high doses | GLYCERIN |
Allergies/immunotoxicity*
*This table includes all possible allergies/immunotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show immune effects at low doses | TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO) | |
| Human skin toxicant - strong evidence | TOCOPHERYL ACETATE |
Persistence and bioaccumulation*
*This table includes all possible persistence and bioaccumulation concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Persistent, bioaccumulative in wildlife | ZINC OXIDE (NON-NANO) |
Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)*
*This table includes all possible organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show liver effects at high doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient) | COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL | |
| One or more animal studies show classified as toxic effects at moderate doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient) | ZINC OXIDE (NON-NANO) | |
| One or more animal studies show broad systemic effects at moderate doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient) | TOCOPHERYL ACETATE | |
| Limited evidence of skin toxicity | RETINYL PALMITATE | |
| One or more animal studies show kidney or renal system effects at very low doses | GLYCERIN, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO) |
Multiple, additive exposure sources*
*This table includes all possible multiple, additive exposure sources concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Designated as safe for general or specific, limited use in food | ZINC OXIDE (NON-NANO), XANTHAN GUM, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO), RETINYL PALMITATE, LECITHIN, GLYCERIN, EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS (EUCALYPTUS) LEAF OIL, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL | |
| Used in food or as an additive with limited or no toxicity information available | LECITHIN |
Ecotoxicology*
*This table includes all possible ecotoxicology concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Wildlife and environmental toxicity | ZINC OXIDE (NON-NANO) |
Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)*
*This table includes all possible irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show skin irritation at moderate doses | ZINC OXIDE (NON-NANO), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO), GLYCERIN | |
| One or more animal studies show skin irritation at low doses | EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS (EUCALYPTUS) LEAF OIL |
Data gaps*
*This table includes all possible data gaps concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Risk assessment method deficiencies and data gaps - Maximum reported "as used" concentration is basis of safety assessment by industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR) - implicit safe concentration limit in product | TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL, RETINYL PALMITATE | |
| Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel | XANTHAN GUM, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO), HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) OIL, GLYCERIN, EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS (EUCALYPTUS) LEAF OIL, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL, CAMELLIA OLEIFERA (TEA-OIL CAMELLIA) SEED EXTRACT, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA BUTTER) |
Occupational hazards*
*This table includes all possible occupational hazards concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to moderate doses | GLYCERIN | |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to low doses | ZINC OXIDE (NON-NANO), | |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to low doses | TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO) |
Biochemical or cellular level changes*
*This table includes all possible biochemical or cellular level changes concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Produces excess reactive oxygen species that can interfere with cellular signaling, cause mutations, lead to cell death and may be implicated in cardiovascular disease. | RETINYL PALMITATE | |
| One or more animal studies show biochemical changes at high doses where the human health implications are not yet well understood | SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL | |
| One or more animal studies show biochemical changes at very low doses where the human health implications are not yet well understood | TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO) | |
| One or more animal studies show biochemical changes at high doses where the human health implications are not yet well understood | GLYCERIN |
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