Quick Summary:
Date Tested: 7/1/2026
In this Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 sunscreen lotion review, I test an exemplary SPF 50 sunscreen. Thanks again go to Mollie for this sample!
The Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is a physical sunscreen formula which contains Zinc Oxide at 20.1%.
The Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 reduced 96.02% of irradiated UVA, 93.70% UVB, and 95.87% of total UVI.
Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 ingredients
Active ingredients: Zinc Oxide 20.1%
Inactive Ingredients: Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, Squalane, Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract, Bentonite, Coco-Glucoside, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax, Sorbitan Olivate, Methylheptylglycerin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Sodium Gluconate
Manufacturers Website: www.pipettebaby.com
Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 characteristics at a glance:
- SPF 50: Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection
- Mineral sunscreen: Uses 100% mineral non-nano zinc oxide as the active UV filter
- Reef-safe: Avoids oxybenzone and octinoxate
- Water-resistant: Up to 80 minutes
- Fragrance-free: Designed for sensitive skin and allergy-prone users
- Hypoallergenic: Pediatrician-tested and gentle for babies (6+ months) and adults
- Lightweight and blendable: Designed to blend easily, with minimal white cast
- Noncomedogenic: Won’t clog pores
- Family-safe: Suitable for babies, kids, and adults
- Free from: Oxybenzone, octinoxate, chemical UV absorbers, and over 2000 suspect ingredients
- Viscosity is Low
Prepared slide BEFORE testing
The Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 distributed somewhat unevenly, with thinning towards the center of the slide sample. This did not seem to influence test results however.
Pipette Mineral Sunscreen 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 | 83.9 | 85.52 | |
| UVA | 32,405.5 | 1,288.5 | 96.02% |
| UVB | 1,997 | 125.75 | 93.70% |
| UVI | 19.25 | 0.795 | 95.87% |
Want to know more about how I test sunscreen? Head here to read about the details.
Testing notes:
A fantastic sunscreen which provides great UV blocking protection!
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