Acorelle SPF50 Tinted Sunscreen Apricot
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Sun protectionSPF 50 · 1 UV filter · Partial spectrumWeak protection
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Coco-caprylate, Pongamia glabra seed oil + 13 moreWorks
“What it is Acorelle SPF50 Tinted Sunscreen Apricot is a tinted moisturiser with SPF 50 and a light colour to balance out your complexion whilst providing a healthy, glow.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: helianthus annuus hybrid oil, sesamum indicum seed oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Anti-agingSide benefit · LysineMay help
This product contains lysine. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works. The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Rosa damascena flower waterMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Dicaprylyl carbonate~26–31%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateTitanium dioxide~9.9–12.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCoco-caprylate~6.4–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylatePongamia glabra seed oil~4.9–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Pongamia glabra seed oilZea mays starch~3.7–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchWater~2.9–3.6%
Polyglyceryl-6 stearate~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-6 stearatePolyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleateSorbitan isostearate~1.8–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearatePolyglyceryl-3 diisostearate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearateAluminum hydroxide~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideArachidyl alcohol~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Arachidyl alcoholStearic acid~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCi 77891~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77492~0.65–1%
Mica~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaSesamum indicum seed oil~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilRosa damascena flower water~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterCi 77491~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Aloe barbadensis leaf powder~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf powderCurcuma longa root extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractBisabolol~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololPropolis extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating
More about Propolis extractPollen extract~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus hybrid oil~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus hybrid oilBehenyl alcohol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholLauroyl lysine~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysineArachidyl glucoside~0.55–0.8%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Polyglyceryl-6 behenate~0.5–0.75%
Sorbitan caprylate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan caprylatePotassium sorbate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium lauroyl glutamate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateOlea europaea fruit oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilLysine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about LysineMagnesium chloride~0.2–0.4%
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Dicaprylyl carbonate, Titanium dioxide, Coco-caprylate, Pongamia glabra seed oil, Zea mays starch, Water, Polyglyceryl-6 stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Sorbitan isostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Aluminum hydroxide, Arachidyl alcohol, Stearic acid, Ci 77891, Ci 77492, Mica, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Rosa damascena flower water, Ci 77491, Aloe barbadensis leaf powder, Curcuma longa root extract, Bisabolol, Propolis extract, Pollen extract, Helianthus annuus hybrid oil, Behenyl alcohol, Lauroyl lysine, Arachidyl glucoside, Sodium benzoate, Polyglyceryl-6 behenate, Sorbitan caprylate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Lysine, Magnesium chloride, Citric acid
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| AcorelleSPF50 Tinted Sunscreen ApricotYOUR PRODUCT | BiodermaPhotoderm Aquafluide Sun Active Defense SPF50+ Golden | BioregenaOrganic Sun Balm SPF50+ | GamardeBébé Sun Fluid SPF50 High Protection Organic | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 34% | 34% |
| Price | — | $15.03 | $15.74 | $25.53 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Tinosorb S | Cera Alba | Agran Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Acorelle - SPF50 Tinted Sunscreen Apricot" does not provide enough UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage the skin, leading to early signs of aging and pigmentation issues.
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day.
Sunscreen filters
This product is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide for sun protection. Titanium dioxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 16.09£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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