Goddess Garden Sport Mineral Sunscreen Spray, SPF 30

EWG scientists reviewed the Goddess Garden Sport Mineral Sunscreen Spray, SPF 30 product label collected on June 22, 2020 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 Goddess Garden Sport Mineral Sunscreen Spray, SPF 30 is 3.
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Data last updated: June 2020
EWG's Sunscreen Findings
- Based on our modeling this product provides MODERATE UVA protection and a MODERATE balance of UVA protection in relation to the SPF.
- Based on EWG's modeling this product would likely fail the FDA proposed UVA test.
- Mineral sunscreen sprays may contain small particles which can damage lungs if inhaled. Read more
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)
- Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
- Occupational hazards
- Use restrictions
MODERATE
- Contamination concerns
LOW
- Enhanced skin absorption
- Ecotoxicology
- Endocrine disruption
- Persistence and bioaccumulation
Ingredient Concerns
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Good
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• Cancer (moderate) |
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Good
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• Cancer (low) |
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Fair
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Limited
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• Enhanced skin absorption |
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Good
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Cancer (low) |
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Limited
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• Cancer (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (moderate) |
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Limited
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None
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Limited
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Limited
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Fair
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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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• Enhanced skin absorption |
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Fair
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None
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Limited
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None
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None
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Fair
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Fair
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• Cancer (low) |
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Robust
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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: Titanium Dioxide 8.0%, Zinc Oxide 5.0%, Inactive Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Aluminum Hydroxide, Bentonite, Bisabolol, Calophyllum Tacamahaca (Tamanu) Seed Oil, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Coco Glucoside, Glycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Phenylpropanol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Pongamia Glabra (Karanja) Seed Oil, Propandiol, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol, Water
Directions from packaging:
Hold container 4 to 6 inches from skin. Spray liberally and spread evenly by hand 15 minutes before sun exposure. Should spray white lotion. Rub in. Do not spray directly onto face. Spray on hands and apply to face. Do not apply in windy conditions. Use in a well ventilated area. Avoid inhaling or exposing others to spray. Reapply: After 80 minutes of swimming or sweating. Immediately after towel drying. At least every 2 hours. For use on children less than 6 months of age, consult a doctor.
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 a doctor if rash occurs.* Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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