Ahava Daily Firming Face Lotion SPF 30
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 5 UV filtersBroad spectrum
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.
This sunscreen uses organic (so-called "chemical") sunscreen filters. Organic, or "chemical" filters usually provide reliable sun protection and rarely leave a white cast. Sunscreens with organic filters can sting eyes.
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.
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 + 19 moreWorks well
“This lightweight lotion enhances your skin's vitality, smooths, and hydrates while offering UVA/B protection.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
galactoarabinan, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, dimethiconol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1
Anti-agingPalmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 + 3 moreWorks well
“Refine aging signs and protect your skin with Extreme Lotion SPF 30.”
This product can help prevent early signs of skin aging because it offers a good level of broad spectrum sun protection. Sun damage is the main cause of premature skin aging, and protecting your skin from the sun is the best anti-aging strategy.
These ingredients in the product might also be helpful for reducing and preventing fine lines, wrinkles, and skin elasticity, even though there is no conclusive evidence for their effectiveness: folic acid, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · No ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection. It means that it can prevent hyperpigmentation and help keep the skin tone even (sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Homosalate~5.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
More about HomosalateEthylhexyl salicylate~4.4–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateGlycerin~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethanePhenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ensulizole. A UV filter that is effective against UVB rays. Does not protect against UVA light. It is photostable and can be used to help stabilize other sunscreen ingredients. It is water-soluble meaning that it can help create lighter sunscreen formulations
More about Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acidCaprylyl methicone~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeC15-19 alkane~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about C15-19 alkaneCellulose acetate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetyl alcohol~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholOryza sativa bran oil~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilSaccharide isomerate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateGalactoarabinan~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GalactoarabinanOctocrylene~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneGlyceryl stearate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAminomethyl propanol~0.3–0.55%
Boron nitride~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to absord oil and evenly disperse other ingredients (for example, pigment) in product formulation
More about Boron nitrideDimethicone~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeButylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPeg-75 stearate~0.2–0.35%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolParfum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPinene~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalyl acetate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalool~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneJuniperus virginiana oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Cedarwood oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Juniperus virginiana oilGeraniol~0.15–0.25%
Coumarin~0.15–0.25%
Citrus aurantium peel oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citronellol~0.15–0.25%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeSteareth-20~0.25–0.45%
Chlorphenesin~0.15–0.3%
Ceteth-20~0.25–0.5%
Sclerotium gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumDisodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Xanthan gum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDimethiconol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilSodium lactate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateCarbomer~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCitric acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citratePolysorbate 20~0.2–0.4%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilFolic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help stimulate collagen production in skin. While available studies are promising, more research is needed to confirm the efficacy in skin
More about Folic acidSodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Potassium sorbate~0.2–0.35%
Palmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Cetraria islandica extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Allantoin~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinTocopherol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolLycium barbarum fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Lycium barbarum fruit extractPhoenix dactylifera fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dunaliella salina extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A green micro-algae extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid evidence is lacking. It helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Dunaliella salina extractMaris aqua~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Glycerin, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, Caprylyl methicone, C15-19 alkane, Cellulose acetate, Cetyl alcohol, Oryza sativa bran oil, Saccharide isomerate, Galactoarabinan, Octocrylene, Glyceryl stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Aminomethyl propanol, Boron nitride, Dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Peg-75 stearate, Caprylyl glycol, Parfum, Pinene, Linalyl acetate, Linalool, Limonene, Juniperus virginiana oil, Geraniol, Coumarin, Citrus aurantium peel oil, Citronellol, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Steareth-20, Chlorphenesin, Ceteth-20, Sclerotium gum, Disodium edta, Xanthan gum, Dimethiconol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Sodium lactate, Carbomer, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Polysorbate 20, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Folic acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Cetraria islandica extract, Allantoin, Tocopherol, Lycium barbarum fruit extract, Phoenix dactylifera fruit extract, Dunaliella salina extract, Maris aqua
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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.
| AhavaDaily Firming Face Lotion SPF 30YOUR PRODUCT | ISDINFusion Water MAGIC Repair LSF 50 | M-61Hydraboost Moisturizer SPF 30 | Keys SoulcareDaily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 58% | 56% |
| Price | $95.00 | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 18 | 9 of 18 | 7 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Peptide Q10 | Urea | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Safety Assessment of Boron Nitride as Used in Cosmetics cir-safety.org
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- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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