Quick Summary:
Date Tested: 7/25/2026
In this Banana Boat Sheer Sensitive SPF 50 sunscreen lotion review, I test a decently protective SPF 50 sunscreen. Thanks to Sue for this sample!
The Banana Boat Sheer Sensitive SPF 50 is a chemical sunscreen formula which contains Avobenzone at 2.7%, Homosalate at 7.5%, Octisalate at 4.5%, and Octocrylene at 5%.
The Banana Boat Sheer Sensitive SPF 50 reduced 88.65% of irradiated UVA, 85.75% UVB, and 88.46% of total UVI.
Banana Boat Sheer Sensitive SPF 50 ingredients
Active ingredients: Avobenzone 2.7%, Homosalate 7.5%, Octisalate 4.5%, Octocrylene 5%
Inactive Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Silica, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Chlorphenesin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Manufacturers Website: www.bananaboat.com
Banana Boat Sheer Sensitive SPF 50 characteristics at a glance:
- SHEER FINISH — This sunscreen for body is easy to apply and blends in across all skin tones with no white cast
- LIGHTWEIGHT & NON-GREASY — Non-comedogenic, fragrance free sunscreen formula makes this suntan lotion easy to apply and comfortable to wear all day
- CLINICALLY PROVEN — Dermatologist and pediatrician approved broad spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 50 sunscreen
- WATER-RESISTANT SPF BODY LOTION — Resists water and sweat for up to 80 minutes, perfect for beach trips, baseball games, and beyond
- IDEAL SENSITIVE SKIN SUNSCREEN — Oil-free and alcohol-free body sunscreen SPF 50 that applies quickly and easily
- Viscosity is medium
Prepared slide BEFORE testing
The Banana Boat Sheer Sensitive SPF 50 distributed evenly on the prepared slide sample, with almost no thinning towards the center of the slide. The influence of the sunscreen formula’s viscosity on the test results should be minimal.
Banana Boat Sheer Sensitive SPF 50 UV blocking test results
Ultraviolet light quick reference:
UVA: The Ultraviolet wavelength from 315nm – 400nm. The “Aging UV light” – Causes wrinkles.
UVB: The Ultraviolet wavelength from 280nm – 315nm. The “Bad UV light” – Causes skin cancer.
UVI: The global sun UV index. The more a sunscreen can reduce the level of UVI, the better.
UV test results:
Ultraviolet sensor readings:
| Before Sunscreen | After Sunscreen | % UV Blocked | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TEMP | 79.975 | 80.6 | |
| UVA | 33,685 | 3,823.5 | 88.65% |
| UVB | 2,059.5 | 293.5 | 85.75% |
| UVI | 20 | 2.3075 | 88.46% |
Want to know more about how I test sunscreen? Head here to read about the details.
Testing notes:
A decent sunscreen which provides good UV blocking protection.
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