We assess that "A'PIEU - Pure Block Aqua Sun Gel SPF50+ PA+++" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredient list. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
It contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
Sunscreen filters
This is a so-called "chemical" sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. These are the sun protection ingredients in this sunscreen: tinosorb s 1.20% - 1.50%, avobenzone 1.70% - 2.10%, octinoxate 4.30% - 5.20%, octisalate 2.20% - 2.60% and octocrylene 3.30% - 4.10%.
Irritation risk
It contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be high. 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.
What our users say
Based on 3 reviews 100% recommend this product
- When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, two out of two reviewers report that the product does not pill under makeup.
- As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, two out of three reviewers said that it doesn't sting eyes, but one user experienced the issue.
- When it comes to comedogenicity, two out of two reviewers say that the product does not clog pores.
- As for the white cast, it didn't leave a white cast for the two of the reviewers, but the whitish residue was noticeable for one user.
Our users describe the finish of this product as dewy, They find the product's texture to be light and In terms of the smell, our users report that no smell - light fragrance.
Price
The product retails for 1599.99KSH in Kenya, for 30.90A$ in Australia and from 9.29$ up to 10.60$ in the United States.
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