
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Sunscreen powder with 12 key ingredients
FEATURES
Offers effective UVA and UVB protection, lightweight breathable barrier, silky texture for smooth application, oil control for oily and combination skin, finely milled and easy to blend
BEST FOR
combination
CHECKS
Does not specify exact exclusions but powder helps with oil control; no fragrance or harsh irritants mentioned
Who Is It For?
What Does It Help With?
Sun Protection Oil Control Smooth Application Protection From Sun DamageBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Jovees Says
Product Description:
Sunscreen Powder with SPF 30 offers effective protection against both UVA and UVB rays, safeguarding your skin from sun damage. Its fine particles create a lightweight, breathable barrier that shields your skin from harmful sun rays. It contributes to a silky texture and helps in the smooth application of the product. Light Kaolin has absorbent properties, aiding in oil control, beneficial for oily or combination skin. The powder is lightweight and finely milled, making it easy to apply and blend into the skin.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Light-Kaolin,Zinc-Oxide,Corn-Starch,Tinosorb-M,Tinosorb-S,Titanium-Dioxide,Oat-Powder,Almond-Powder,Sandal-Powder,Talc,Yellow-Iron-Oxide,Red-Iron-Oxide,Menthol
Key Ingredients
Light Kaolin,Zinc Oxide,Corn Starch,Tinosorbยฎ M,Tinosorbยฎ S,Titanium Dioxide,Oat Powder
Ingredients Details
Menthol
Common Name(s): L-menthol,peppermint camphor,(-)-menthol
CAS Number: 89-78-1
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Activates trpm8 cold thermoreceptors for intense cooling sensation and analgesic activity.
Why It's Used: The most potent cosmetic cooling agent โ direct trpm8 agonist providing cooling sensation without actual temperature reduction for refreshing and analgesic formulations.
How It Works: Potent trpm8 (menthol receptor/cold thermosensor) agonist โ activation at room temperature mimics cold sensation without actual cooling. anti-pruritic via trpm8 activation competing with itch c-fiber signaling. antimicrobial via membrane disruption.
Typically Found In: Cooling products,scalp treatments,oral care,pain relief,foot care,after-sun
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ cooling sensory terpenoid
Secondary Functions: Redness reduction,anti-inflammatory,calming
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ2%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ from mentha piperita or synthetic
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 2/5 โ low to moderate; potential sensitizer
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; ideal for reactive and sensitive skin.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Avoid near eyes. use with caution at concentrations above 1% for sensitive skin.
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Eu max 4.5% (leave-on); regulations vary by application site. avoid on infants' face.
Works Well With: Ceramides,panthenol,allantoin,hyaluronic acid,centella asiatica
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Menthol's exceptional cooling potency stems from its ec50 for trpm8 activation of approximately 10ฮผm (vs camphor's ec50 of ~5mm โ 500ร lower potency). this 500ร potency advantage explains why even tiny concentrations of menthol provide intense cooling, while much higher concentrations of camphor are required for equivalent sensation.
Last Verified: Cosing database,mckemy et al. menthol trpm8 discovery,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Talc
Common Name(s): Magnesium silicate,french chalk,soapstone powder
CAS Number: 14807-96-6
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides the smoothest slip and oil absorption from the softest mineral for cosmetic powder formulations.
Why It's Used: The industry-standard cosmetic powder base โ talc's unmatched softness (mohs 1 โ softer than skin) provides the smoothest cosmetic feel of any mineral powder.
How It Works: Layered mg3si4o10(oh)2 structure provides inter-layer slip from weakly bonded oh surfaces. mohs hardness 1 โ softer than all skin components. very low coefficient of friction from silicone-like siloxane surface. oil absorption via inter-layer capillary action.
Typically Found In: Face powders,baby powder,eyeshadow โ foundational cosmetic powder ingredient
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ talcum mineral
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ80%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ natural mineral
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Cosmetic-grade talc must be free of asbestos contamination โ asbestos is a known carcinogen. only asbestos-free cosmetic talc should be used. avoid inhalation of talc powders.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Talc's mohs hardness of 1 (the reference mineral for mohs scale minimum) means it is softer than skin itself (estimated mohs ~0.5-1 for soft skin, 2+ for callused skin). this exceptional softness means talc particles don't scratch skin during application โ physical contact between talc and skin surface is literally softer than touching skin to itself, explaining talc's unmatched 'like silk' application feel.
Last Verified: Cosing database,fda talc safety,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12