Hero Cosmetics Force Shield Superlight Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30

Hero Cosmetics Force Shield Superlight Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 brings a skincare sunscreen profile to daily uv protection. Notable signals include mineral sunscreen, vitamin E, bisabolol, AHA, and citric acid. Texture cues lean mineral finish and hydrating.

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Ingredients List

Benefit signalWatch noteFunctional base
  1. Zinc Oxide

    Skin Conditioning

  2. Water

    Skin Conditioning

    Hydrating
  3. Caprylic/capric Triglyceride

    Skin Conditioning

  4. C13-15 Alkane

    Skin Conditioning

  5. Propanediol

    Solvent

    Hydrating
+51 more ingredients
  1. C15-19 Alkane

    Skin Conditioning

  2. Bis-diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2

    Skin Conditioning

  3. Butyloctyl Salicylate

    Skin Conditioning

  4. Ectoin

    Skin Conditioning

  5. Alteromonas (abyssine) Ferment Extract

    Skin Conditioning

  6. Harungana Madagascariensis (madagascar) Extract

    Skin Conditioning

  7. Ipomoea Batatas (purple Sweet Potato) Root Extract

    Skin Conditioning

  8. Rubus Idaeus (raspberry) Seed Oil

    Skin Conditioning

  9. Camellia Sinensis (green Tea) Leaf Extract

    Skin Conditioning

  10. Corallina Officinalis (red Algae) Extract

    Skin Conditioning

  11. Curcuma Longa (turmeric) Leaf Extract

    Skin Conditioning

  12. Melia Azadirachta (neem) Flower Extract

    Skin Conditioning

  13. Melia Azadirachta (neem) Leaf Extract

    Skin Conditioning

  14. Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil

    Skin Conditioning

  15. Ocimum Sanctum (holy Basil) Leaf Extract

    Skin Conditioning

  16. Oryza Sativa (rice) Hull Extract

    Skin Conditioning

  17. Solanum Melongena (eggplant) Fruit Extract

    Skin Conditioning

  18. Coccinia Indica (ivy Gourd) Fruit Extract

    Skin Conditioning

  19. Tocopherol

    Antioxidant

    Barrier support
  20. Bisabolol

    Skin Conditioning

  21. Amber Powder

    Skin Conditioning

  22. Coco-glucoside

    Skin Conditioning

  23. Glucose

    Skin Conditioning

  24. Glycerin

    Humectant

    0 / 0Hydrating
  25. Xanthan Gum

    Skin Conditioning

  26. 1,2-hexanediol

    Skin Conditioning

  27. Caprylhydroxamic Acid

    Skin Conditioning

  28. Arachidyl Alcohol

    Skin Conditioning

  29. Arachidyl Glucoside

    Skin Conditioning

  30. Hydroxyacetophenone

    Skin Conditioning

  31. Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

    Skin Conditioning

  32. Behenyl Alcohol

    Skin Conditioning

  33. Cetearyl Alcohol

    Skin Conditioning

  34. Isostearic Acid

    Skin Conditioning

  35. Lecithin

    Skin Conditioning

  36. Polyglycerin-3

    Skin Conditioning

  37. Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/laurate

    Skin Conditioning

  38. Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate

    Skin Conditioning

  39. Polyhydroxystearic Acid

    Skin Conditioning

  40. Silica

    Skin Conditioning

  41. T-butyl Alcohol

    Skin Conditioning

  42. Sodium Benzoate

    Skin Conditioning

  43. Sodium Citrate

    Skin Conditioning

  44. Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine

    Skin Conditioning

  45. Sodium Phytate

    Skin Conditioning

  46. Citric Acid

    Skin Conditioning

    Irritation risk
  47. Inositol

    Skin Conditioning

  48. Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate

    Skin Conditioning

  49. Saccharomyces Lysate

    Skin Conditioning

  50. Butylene Glycol

    Humectant

    1 / 0Hydrating
  51. Caprylyl Glycol

    Skin Conditioning

Key ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Explained

Zinc Oxide

Skin Conditioning

Zinc Oxide is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Water is the base of many cosmetic formulas. It usually appears near the top of an ingredient list because it helps dissolve other ingredients and gives the formula its fluid texture.

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On skin, water is not the active treatment by itself; its main job is to carry humectants, antioxidants, and supporting ingredients so the product can spread evenly.

Caprylic/capric Triglyceride

Skin Conditioning

Caprylic/capric Triglyceride is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

C13-15 Alkane

Skin Conditioning

C13-15 Alkane is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Propanediol

Solvent, Humectant

Propanediol is a solvent and humectant that helps a formula feel smoother and more hydrated. It can support ingredient delivery while keeping the texture lightweight.

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It is often used as a gentler-feeling functional base ingredient. In this product, read it as part of the formula's comfort and spreadability system rather than as the main treatment claim.

C15-19 Alkane

Skin Conditioning

C15-19 Alkane is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Bis-diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2

Skin Conditioning

Bis-diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Skin Conditioning

Butyloctyl Salicylate is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Ectoin

Skin Conditioning

Ectoin is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Alteromonas (abyssine) Ferment Extract

Skin Conditioning

Alteromonas (abyssine) Ferment Extract is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Harungana Madagascariensis (madagascar) Extract

Skin Conditioning

Harungana Madagascariensis (madagascar) Extract is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Ipomoea Batatas (purple Sweet Potato) Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Ipomoea Batatas (purple Sweet Potato) Root Extract is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Rubus Idaeus (raspberry) Seed Oil

Skin Conditioning

Rubus Idaeus (raspberry) Seed Oil is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Camellia Sinensis (green Tea) Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Camellia Sinensis (green Tea) Leaf Extract is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Corallina Officinalis (red Algae) Extract

Skin Conditioning

Corallina Officinalis (red Algae) Extract is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Curcuma Longa (turmeric) Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Curcuma Longa (turmeric) Leaf Extract is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Melia Azadirachta (neem) Flower Extract

Skin Conditioning

Melia Azadirachta (neem) Flower Extract is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Melia Azadirachta (neem) Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Melia Azadirachta (neem) Leaf Extract is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil

Skin Conditioning

Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Ocimum Sanctum (holy Basil) Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Ocimum Sanctum (holy Basil) Leaf Extract is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Oryza Sativa (rice) Hull Extract

Skin Conditioning

Oryza Sativa (rice) Hull Extract is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Solanum Melongena (eggplant) Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Solanum Melongena (eggplant) Fruit Extract is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Coccinia Indica (ivy Gourd) Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Coccinia Indica (ivy Gourd) Fruit Extract is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Tocopherol

Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

Tocopherol is a form of vitamin E used for antioxidant support and skin conditioning. It helps round out formulas that already include brightening or antioxidant ingredients.

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It is often paired with vitamin C and ferulic acid because the trio can support a broader antioxidant story while also making the formula feel more nourishing on skin.

Bisabolol

Skin Conditioning

Bisabolol is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Amber Powder

Skin Conditioning

Amber Powder is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Coco-glucoside

Skin Conditioning

Coco-glucoside is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Glucose

Skin Conditioning

Glucose is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Glycerin

Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Glycerin is a classic humectant that draws water toward the skin surface. It is one of the most reliable support ingredients for making a formula feel hydrating and comfortable.

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Its role is not flashy, but it matters: glycerin can soften the feel of active formulas and help reduce the tight finish that some lightweight serums leave behind.

Xanthan Gum

Skin Conditioning

Xanthan Gum is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

1,2-hexanediol

Skin Conditioning

1,2-hexanediol is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Caprylhydroxamic Acid

Skin Conditioning

Caprylhydroxamic Acid is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Arachidyl Alcohol

Skin Conditioning

Arachidyl Alcohol is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Arachidyl Glucoside

Skin Conditioning

Arachidyl Glucoside is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Hydroxyacetophenone

Skin Conditioning

Hydroxyacetophenone is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

Skin Conditioning

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Behenyl Alcohol

Skin Conditioning

Behenyl Alcohol is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Cetearyl Alcohol

Skin Conditioning

Cetearyl Alcohol is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Isostearic Acid

Skin Conditioning

Isostearic Acid is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Lecithin

Skin Conditioning

Lecithin is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Polyglycerin-3

Skin Conditioning

Polyglycerin-3 is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/laurate

Skin Conditioning

Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/laurate is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate

Skin Conditioning

Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Skin Conditioning

Polyhydroxystearic Acid is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Silica

Skin Conditioning

Silica is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

T-butyl Alcohol

Skin Conditioning

T-butyl Alcohol is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Sodium Benzoate

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Benzoate is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Sodium Citrate

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Citrate is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Sodium Phytate

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Phytate is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Citric Acid

Skin Conditioning

Citric Acid is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Inositol

Skin Conditioning

Inositol is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate

Skin Conditioning

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Saccharomyces Lysate

Skin Conditioning

Saccharomyces Lysate is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

Butylene Glycol

Humectant, Solvent, Skin Conditioning

Butylene Glycol is a lightweight humectant and solvent. It helps formulas spread smoothly while adding a bit of hydration support without making the texture feel heavy.

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It is usually a background helper rather than the headline active. Its main contribution is improving feel, ingredient distribution, and day-to-day comfort on skin.

Caprylyl Glycol

Skin Conditioning

Caprylyl Glycol is included as a skin conditioning ingredient in this formula. Its practical effect depends on concentration, formula context, and how your skin tolerates the finished product.

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