
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Sun Block Cream containing herbal actives with antioxidant benefits
FEATURES
Broad spectrum sun protection, SPF 50 PA+++, protects against UV, HEVL, UVA and UVB rays; prevents sunburn, tanning, hyperpigmentation, and premature ageing; increases skin hydration; contains Papaya & Green Tea Extract for antioxidant benefits, nourishes and whitens skin
BEST FOR
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CHECKS
Does not contain preservatives and harmful chemicals usually associated with sunblocks
Who Is It For?
All Ages And Genders Suitable For All Skin TypesWhat Does It Help With?
Protection From Sunburn Tanning Hyperpigmentation Premature Ageing; Hydration; Antioxidant ProtectionBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What OSHEA HERBALS Says
Product Description:
Oshea Herbals UVShield SPF 50 Sun Block Cream is a complete broad spectrum sun protection for all skin type. It is indicated to provide protection from Ultraviolet HEVLHigh Energy Visible Light UVA and UVB rays to prevent sun burn tanning hyper pigmentation and premature ageing. It increases skin hydration. It is a blend of natural herbal actives like Papaya & Green tea Extract that deliver antioxidant benefits to help prevent free radical damage while nourishing and whitening skin
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Key Ingredients
Papaya Extract, Green Tea Extract
Ingredients Details
Papaya Extract
Common Name(s): Papaya extract,papaw extract
CAS Number: 94349-61-8
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides papain-based enzymatic exfoliation alongside natural vitamin c and carotenoid antioxidants.
Why It's Used: Tropical enzyme exfoliant with natural vitamin c, beta-carotene, and papain for combined brightening and enzymatic renewal.
How It Works: Papain provides keratin-specific enzymatic exfoliation (see papain entry). beta-carotene provides photoprotective antioxidant activity. vitamin c from fresh papaya provides brightening and collagen cofactor activity.
Typically Found In: Tropical enzyme peels,natural brightening masks
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ brightening / tyrosinase inhibitor
Secondary Functions: Melanin inhibition,hyperpigmentation reduction
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ15%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ from carica papaya fruit
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Synthetic or plant-derived.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. use with spf for maximum efficacy. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Niacinamide,vitamin c,alpha-arbutin,tranexamic acid,spf
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Fresh papaya fruit extract contains both functional papain enzyme and ~75mg/100g vitamin c โ more than oranges. processing conditions determine whether both activities are preserved: high-heat processing destroys both, while aqueous cold extraction can retain both, making processing conditions critical for extract bioactivity.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12