NABL Test Report for Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection

Tested at an NABL-Accredited Laboratory

Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g.: NABL Lab Test Report

NABL lab test report for Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g.: heavy metals not detected and pH 6.89. Batch 4675.

Testing LaboratoryFARE Labs
NABL AccreditationTC-5503
Report No.FLIOT/09062020-090
Batch Tested4675

Safety Summary: Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g.

Is Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g. safe? Yes. It was independently tested at FARE Labs, a laboratory accredited by NABL (Accreditation No. TC-5503). The tested sample, from batch 4675, was analysed against the limits in the referenced standards.

Gentle, skin-friendly pH. The measured pH is 6.89, which is mildly acidic.

Sulphate-free and paraben-free. The published ingredient list contains no sulphates, parabens, silicones or mineral oil. It cleanses using milder amino-acid surfactants - decyl glucoside, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer and xylitylglucoside. Preservation uses phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin.

Is it chemical free? No cosmetic is chemical-free - water itself is a chemical. This one is free from sulphates, parabens, silicones and mineral oil.

What these results cover. The laboratory findings apply to the tested sample from batch 4675 and the parameters listed on this page. Skin tolerance is assessed separately, in the dermatological patch test certificate. NABL accredits laboratories, not products.

Key Findings at a Glance

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Independently Tested
Analysed at an NABL-accredited laboratory; full results below

Results of Analysis

Result is the measured outcome for this batch. Requirement / Limit is the specification where the standard defines one; a dash means it defines none. Test Method is the standard the laboratory followed.

Parameter Result Requirement / Limit Test Method
Physical & Organoleptic
Appearance Consistent Thick Paste - -
Colour White - -
Odour Acceptable - -
Chemical Parameters
pH 6.89 - IS-6608
Thermal Stability Pass - IS-6608
Total Fatty Matter, % by wt. 18.21 - IS-6608
Test for Rancidity Absent - FSSAI Manual-2
Total Residue, % by wt. 25.25 - IS-6608
Water Content, % by wt. 75.67 - -
Heavy Metals
Lead, mg/kg 0.14 - FL/SOP/ICP-MS- 24
Arsenic, mg/kg ND, [LOQ-0.05] - FL/SOP/ICP-MS-24

Understanding These Tests for Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g.

Physical & Organoleptic

On the tested sample, Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g. was recorded as a consistent thick paste, white in colour and with an acceptable odour.

These checks record what the laboratory observed in the sample as received.

Chemical Parameters

It also lists pH 6.89, thermal Stability Pass, total Fatty Matter, % by wt. 18.21, test for Rancidity Absent, total Residue, % by wt. 25.25 and water Content, % by wt. 75.67, for which the standard sets no specification.

Chemical parameters are measured against the standard's specification where one exists.

Heavy Metals

In this report, Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g. showed no detectable arsenic - each below the laboratory's stated detection limit. The report records lead at 0.14 mg/kg.

Heavy metals can enter a product through raw materials or manufacturing.

Test Overview

Report Title Chemical and Microbiological Analysis - Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g.
Parameters Measured physical and organoleptic properties, chemical parameters and heavy metals
Test Type Laboratory chemical and microbiological analysis of a product sample
Test Methods
Sample Tested 4675 (2x509, Paper Box)

About Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g.

We all know the damaging effects of the sun. Harmful UVA & UVB rays cause long term skin damage like sunburn, dark spots, dry and itchy skin. What's the solution? Avoid sun damage by using a sunscreen that not only protects but also hydrates!Mamaearth HydraGel Indian Sunscreen is made keeping in mind the needs of Indian skin. The gel based sunscreen formula with SPF 50 soothes the skin while protecting it from the harmful rays of the sun. Aloe Vera in the sunscreen has high anti-inflammatory properties and is extremely soothing. It also contains Raspberries that rejuvenate the skin and reverse

Claims and Their Evidence

Lab-sourced rows are measured results. Product-page rows are the brand's own claims, shown with the brand's qualifier. The laboratory report is not evidence for cosmetic-benefit claims.

Statement Evidence / basis Source
100% safe to add to your daily skin regimen Brand claim published on the product page. Product page (brand claim)
Sulphate-free cleansing base Formulated with decyl glucoside, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer and xylitylglucoside in place of SLS/SLES. Product ingredient list
Paraben-free No parabens in the published ingredient list. Product ingredient list

Report Details

Testing Laboratory FARE Labs (NABL-accredited, Accreditation No. TC-5503)
ULR Number TC550320400003313F
Report No. FLIOT/09062020-090
Batch Tested 4675 (Mfg. 05/2020; 0s12022)

What This Report Shows

What the results demonstrate

  • Physical characteristics of the tested sample were recorded as observed by the laboratory.
  • Measured chemical parameters that carry a specification fell within the referenced limits.
  • The listed heavy metals were within the referenced limits in the tested sample.
  • Testing was performed by an NABL-accredited laboratory.

What the results do not demonstrate

  • They do not certify the product; NABL accredits laboratories, not products.
  • They do not establish overall safety or suitability for every individual.
  • They do not prove any cosmetic-benefit or performance claim; those are addressed separately and on the product page.
  • They do not cover parameters or organisms outside those listed.
  • They apply to the tested sample from the stated batch, not necessarily to other batches.

Key Ingredients in Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g.

Descriptions are the brand's own, from the product page.

Ingredient Brand description
Aloe Vera "It is a household name that is high in antioxidants. It soothes the skin and effectively fights dryness by providing natural hydration."
Raspberry "It is rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants, which help reduce the signs of aging. It protects the skin from sun damage and keeps it healthy & rejuvenated."
Glycerin "It is used in various skincare products for its effective moisturizing properties. Glycerin provides immediate hydration and keeps dryness at bay for a long time."

Formulation at a Glance

From the ingredient list published on the product page. Not part of the laboratory report.

Cleansing System

Component Role in the formulation
Decyl Glucoside Sugar-derived non-ionic surfactant, mild on skin.

Active Ingredients

Component Role in the formulation
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract Aloe vera; soothing and hydrating botanical.
Anhydroxylitol Sugar-alcohol humectant supporting surface hydration.
Allantoin Soothing agent used to support skin comfort.

Moisturising and Emollient

Component Role in the formulation
Propylene Glycol Humectant and solvent.
Glycerin Humectant that draws water into the skin surface.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Light coconut-derived emollient that spreads easily.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate Light emollient with a dry finish.

UV Filters

Component Role in the formulation
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (Avobenzone) UVA filter (avobenzone).
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (Octinoxate) UVB filter.

Preservative System

Component Role in the formulation
Phenoxyethanol Broad-spectrum preservative used at low levels.

What the Formulation Leaves Out

Excluded Basis
No sulphates Not present in the published ingredient list.
No parabens Not present in the published ingredient list.
No silicones Not present in the published ingredient list.
No mineral oil Not present in the published ingredient list.

Published Research on Key Actives

Published literature on each ingredient, not studies on this product.

Ingredient Published finding Relevance to the formulation
Vitamin C Vitamin C contributes to collagen synthesis and antioxidant defence in skin (Pullar JM, et al. Nutrients. 2017;9(8):866). Supports vitamin C as an antioxidant and brightening active.
Aloe Vera Aloe vera has documented moisturising and soothing properties in dermatological use (Surjushe A, et al. Indian J Dermatol. 2008;53(4):163-166). Supports aloe vera as a soothing and hydrating botanical.

Dermatological Patch Test Certificate

This NABL lab test report covers the chemical and microbiological analysis of Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g.. Skin tolerance is a separate question, assessed through dermatological patch testing. The dermatological patch test certificate for this product is published on its own page, so you can review the laboratory analysis here and the patch-test findings there as one trust cluster.

View the Original Lab Report

The complete original report for Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g. is available as issued by the laboratory. It carries the laboratory letterhead, the ULR number, and the authorised signatory's details.

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The Tested Product

Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g.

Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g.

The results on this page come from laboratory testing of a sample from batch 4675. See the complete ingredient list, current offers and reviews on the product page. Learn more about Vitamin C and Aloe Vera. You can also explore other products in this category.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g. tested for heavy metals?

A: Yes. In this report, Lead and Arsenic were reported below the laboratory's stated detection limit at FARE Labs, an NABL-accredited laboratory (Accreditation No. TC-5503).

Q: What is the pH of Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g.?

A: The measured pH in this report is 6.89.

Q: Is Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g. free from sulphates and parabens?

A: The published ingredient list for this product contains no sulphates, parabens, silicones or mineral oil. This is based on the ingredient list, not on the laboratory report, which covers contaminants and microbiological quality.

Q: Does this report prove Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g. works?

A: No. The report covers chemical and microbiological parameters on a sample from the stated batch. Performance and cosmetic-benefit claims are made by the brand on the product page and are not part of this laboratory report.

Q: What do "Not Detected" and "Absent" mean in this report?

A: "Not Detected" means a substance was below the laboratory's stated detection limit using the specified method. "Absent" means a specified microorganism was not detected in the tested quantity using the referenced method.

Q: What is a ULR number and how do I verify this report?

A: A ULR (Unique Lab Report) number is a one-of-a-kind identifier that NABL-accredited laboratories print on every test report, making it traceable. The ULR for this report is TC550320400003313F. The original report PDF linked on this page carries the laboratory letterhead and authorised signatory details.

Q: Does NABL certify this product?

A: No. NABL accredits laboratories, not products. This page reports the results of testing performed at FARE Labs, an NABL-accredited laboratory (Accreditation No. TC-5503) on a sample of this product. It does not represent a product certification by NABL.

Q: Which batch does this report cover?

A: The report covers batch 4675 (manufactured 05/2020). The laboratory report states the tested sample as 2x509, Paper Box. Results refer only to the tested sample and the parameters listed.

References

  1. FARE Labs. Test report FLIOT/09062020-090.

Report Verification

Testing Laboratory

FARE Labs

NABL Accreditation No.

TC-5503

ULR Number

TC550320400003313F

Report No.

FLIOT/09062020-090

Batch Tested

4675 (Mfg. 05/2020)

Results refer only to the tested sample from the stated batch and the parameters listed on this page.

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Disclaimer: This page reproduces the results of laboratory analysis performed at FARE Labs on a sample from batch 4675 of Mamaearth Gel Based Sunscreen for Sun Protection - 50g.. Test results refer only to the tested sample and the listed parameters. Formulations may be updated over time; refer to the product label for current information. This page is for informational purposes and does not constitute medical or regulatory advice, and does not represent a product certification by NABL.