Photostable Gold

Name: SUN Pharma Photostable Gold
Brand: SUN Pharma

spf

Overall score5.5

SUN Pharma Photostable Gold scores 5.5/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).

✶ Hero ingredients

#4Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Octinoxate — UVB filter

#8Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

UV protection

#9Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

UV protection

Score breakdown

Overall

5.5

Hydration Efficacy2.0

Irritation Risk

9.5

Active Ingredient Strength2.0

Ingredient Transparency6.0

Formulation Safety9.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes SUN Pharma Photostable Gold stand out

SUN Pharma Photostable Gold is a decent spf with an overall score of 5.5/9.8. it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags

May not suit

⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

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Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV protection — #4 in the INCI list
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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
UV protection — #8 in the INCI list
✶
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV protection — #9 in the INCI list
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Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV protection — #12 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

7 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#4Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate #6Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol #8Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine #9Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate #10Silica #11Lauryl Laurate #12Ethylhexyl Triazone

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Ingredient breakdown

UV protection4
Other ingredient3

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