COOLA Baby Mineral Sunscreen Stick, SPF 50 (2019 formulation)

EWG scientists reviewed the COOLA Baby Mineral Sunscreen Stick, SPF 50 (2019 formulation) product label collected on April 02, 2019 for safety according to the methodology outlined in our Skin Deep Cosmetics Database. We assess the ingredients listed on the labels of personal care products based on data in toxicity and regulatory databases, government and health agency assessments and the open scientific literature. EWG's rating for COOLA Baby Mineral Sunscreen Stick, SPF 50 (2019 formulation) is 5.
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Data last updated: April 2019
EWG's Sunscreen Findings
- Based on our modeling this product provides GOOD UVA protection and a MODERATE balance of UVA protection in relation to the SPF.
- Based on EWG's modeling, the UV protection is significantly lower than the SPF value would indicate.
Ingredient Concerns
Cancer 

Cancer: Ingredients linked to cancer in government, industry or academic studies or assessments.
Developmental & Reproductive Toxicity 

Developmental and reproductive toxicity: Ingredients linked to developmental and reproductive toxicity, a broad class of health effects that range from infertility and reproductive organ cancers to birth defects and developmental delays in children.
Allergies & Immunotoxicity 

Allergies and immunotoxicity: Ingredients linked to harm to the immune system, a class of health problems that manifest as allergic reactions or an impaired capacity to fight disease and repair damaged tissue in the body.
Use Restrictions 

Use restrictions: Ingredients restricted or prohibited for use in cosmetics, according to industry safety guidelines, government requirements or guidance from the U.S., EU, Japan or Canada.
Other Ingredient Concerns
HIGH
- Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
- Use restrictions
MODERATE
- Multiple, additive exposure sources
- Contamination concerns
- Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
- Occupational hazards
LOW
- Enhanced skin absorption
- Ecotoxicology
- Neurotoxicity
- Persistence and bioaccumulation
Ingredient Concerns
Score | Data Availability | Ingredient | Concern |
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Good
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• Cancer (low) |
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Limited
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• Enhanced skin absorption |
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Limited
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CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) FLOWER EXTRACT
Appeared as: CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (ORGANIC MATRICARIA) FLOWER EXTRACT |
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
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Fair
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• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (moderate) |
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Limited
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Limited
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• Use restrictions (low) |
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Limited
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CALOPHYLIUM TACAMAHACA (TAMANU) SEED OIL
Appeared as: CALOPHYLLUM TACAMAHACA (ORGANIC TAMANU) SEED OIL |
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Fair
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Limited
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Fair
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Limited
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Limited
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Limited
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Limited
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Limited
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Limited
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PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL
Appeared as: PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (ORGANIC SWEET ALMOND) OIL |
• Enhanced skin absorption |
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Limited
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Fair
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Limited
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Limited
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Fair
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• Cancer (low) |
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Limited
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Product's Animal Testing Policies
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Unknown
Leading international certifiers PETA and Leaping Bunny have no information concerning this company’s use of animal testing.
Product's Label Information
Ingredients from packaging:
Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide: 20%, Inactive Ingredients:, Beeswax (Organic), Bisabolol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Organic Shea Butter), Calophyllum Tacamahaca (Organic Tamanu) Seed Oil, Chamomilla Recutita (Organic Matricaria) Flower Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Organic Coconut) Oil, Copernicia Cerifera (Organic Carnauba) Wax, Helianthus Annuus (Organic Sunflower) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Organic Sunflower) Seed Wax, Jojoba Esters, Linum Usitatissimum (Organic Linseed) Seed Oil, Ozokerite, Persea Gratissima (Organic Avocado) Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Organic Sweet Almond) Oil, Ricinus Communis (Organic Castor) Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus (Organic Raspberry) Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Organic Sesame) Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Organic Jojoba) Seed Oil, Theobroma Cacao (Organic Cocoa) Seed Butter, Tocopherol, Urtica Dioica (Organic Nettle) Extract
Directions from packaging:
Directions * apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure * reapply * after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating * Immediately after towel drying * at least every 2 hours * Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease the risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a broad spectrum SPF of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: Limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. * wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses. * Children under 6 months: Ask a doctor Uses: * Helps Prevent Sunburn. * If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun.
Warnings from packaging:
For external use only Do not use on damaged or broken skin When using this product keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Stop use and ask doctor if skin rash occurs Keep out of reach of children. If product is swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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