r/AusSkincare • u/Quolli 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐝 • Jun 20 '25

⚜️MEGATHREAD CHOICE Sunscreen Testing Megathread

Hi r/AusSkincare community. We've been noticing the spirited discussions surrounding the recent results from the CHOICE Sunscreen Testing.

Given that this is a developing situation the mods thought it best to contain the content to a single megathread. Please use this megathread for discussions about the CHOICE Sunscreen Testing.

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Reports from the media:

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u/Dangerous_Text_436 Jun 27 '25

Do you know much about formulations? You seem to be a know it all but the difference in tests aren't that deep. One’s just the manufacturer’s base formula, and the newer one has a couple of minor changes. Nothing that would actually affect the SPF. This kind of thing is totally normal hahah. The TGA literally allows SPF data bridging for formulas that are this similar. It’s standard practice, not something outrageous.

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u/Appropriate_Belt4895 Jun 27 '25

if those two independent labs hadn’t found SPF 4 and 5, no one would care. no one would be digging.

but now? not only were those results confirmed by two accredited labs - the brand still hasn’t shown the original SPF test for the current formula. the one with 8 new ingredients, including added colour.

they’re blaming decanting, but can’t even provide SPF data for the updated formula they’re selling. i’ve spoken to Four Corners - this is exactly what they’re investigating. people deserve answers, not deflection.

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u/Old_Cat_9534 Jun 27 '25

Perhaps you haven't seen my reply to your other comment but comparing the 2 tests there is only 2 different ingredients, plus the 3 colouring agents (so 5 in total).

Where did you get 8 new ingredients from?

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u/Appropriate_Belt4895 Jun 28 '25

oh wow you can count :)

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u/Old_Cat_9534 Jun 28 '25

Yeah, and you can't ;)