Neutrogena Cool Dry Sport Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 50
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⚠ Contamination Alert Specific lots of this product were recalled in 2021 after independent lab testing detected benzene — a known human carcinogen — at levels exceeding the FDA's limit. The recall was confirmed by the FDA. J&J has since settled class action lawsuits and a wrongful death claim related to the contamination. No independent lab has publicly confirmed whether current formulations are free of benzene. Source: Valisure independent testing, 2021; FDA recall notice; Hux v. Neutrogena, settled 2024 Neutrogena Cool Dry Sport Sunscreen Spray SPF 50 scores 9/100. Sport aerosol with 15% homosalate and fragrance; frequent reapplication during activity increases chemical filter exposure.
Key ingredients 8
IsobutaneVery Bad
Isobutane aerosol propellant creates inhalation risk during outdoor sport use, especially when wind disperses spray mist. Aerosol formats were linked to benzene contamination in the 2021 recalls.
See more about Isobutane →HomosalateVery Bad
Homosalate at 15% is among the highest allowed concentrations. It has strong endocrine disruption concerns and is readily absorbed through skin during sweat-heavy sport use.
See more about Homosalate →FragranceVery Bad
Synthetic fragrance in a sport sunscreen applied during physical activity increases risk of irritation when sweat opens pores.
See more about Fragrance →AvobenzoneBad
Chemical UVA filter with systemic absorption concerns. Can degrade in sunlight and requires stabilizers like octocrylene, creating a filter cocktail effect.
See more about Avobenzone →OctocryleneBad
Octocrylene at 10% stabilizes avobenzone but is itself a chemical filter with endocrine and skin sensitization concerns.
See more about Octocrylene →OctisalateBad
Chemical UVB filter that enhances penetration of co-formulated active ingredients, increasing total systemic chemical load.
See more about Octisalate →Alcohol Denat.Neutral
Contributes to the 'cool dry' fast-evaporating feel but can strip skin moisture with frequent reapplication during extended outdoor activity.
See more about Alcohol Denat. →Tocopheryl AcetateGood
Vitamin E provides antioxidant support against UV damage and is the sole beneficial active in this formula.
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