A'PIEU Pure Block Mild Plus Sun Cream SPF32 PA++
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Sun protectionSPF 32 · 2 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protectionLow filter dose
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 · Squalane, Dimethicone + 12 moreWorks
“Pure Block Mild Plus Sun Cream SPF32 PA++”
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:
sodium hyaluronate, butylene glycol.
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, squalane.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus aurantifolia flower extract, Parfum + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Abies koreana leaf extract~6.4–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantifolia flower extract~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aluminum hydroxide~3–3.7%
- 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 hydroxidePotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Tocopheryl acetate~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAlpinia officinarum root extract~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~1.7–2%
- 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 dioxideCi 77891~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cellulose gum~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumHydrogen dimethicone~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconePolysorbate 60~0.45–0.7%
Cetyl ethylhexanoate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoatePhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractCaprylyl methicone~0.25–0.5%
- 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 methiconePropanediol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolVigna radiata seed extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bean extract that in theory might help to reduce hyperpigmentation, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are missing
More about Vigna radiata seed extractParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLactobacillus/nelumbo nucifera seed ferment filtrate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethicone~0.25–0.5%
- 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 DimethiconeAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractMicrocrystalline cellulose~0.2–0.4%
Squalane~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualanePrunus persica flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPunica granatum flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coco-glucoside~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideSodium benzoate~0.2–0.35%
Pyrus malus flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zinc oxide~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideCi 77947~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 glycolCitrus aurantium dulcis flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Prunus avium flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tilia platyphyllos flower extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerC20-22 alkyl phosphate~0.2–0.35%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTerminalia chebula fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.1–0.25%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCetearyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholC20-22 alcohols~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Avena sativa meal extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of oatmeal extract. Helps restore skin barrier and has antioxidant properties
More about Avena sativa meal extractPortulaca oleracea extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractIngredient list view
Water, Abies koreana leaf extract, Citrus aurantifolia flower extract, Aluminum hydroxide, Potassium sorbate, Tocopheryl acetate, Alpinia officinarum root extract, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Cellulose gum, Hydrogen dimethicone, Polysorbate 60, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Phenoxyethanol, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Caprylyl methicone, Propanediol, Vigna radiata seed extract, Parfum, Lactobacillus/nelumbo nucifera seed ferment filtrate, Dimethicone, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Microcrystalline cellulose, Squalane, Prunus persica flower extract, Stearic acid, Punica granatum flower extract, Coco-glucoside, Sodium benzoate, Pyrus malus flower extract, Zinc oxide, Ci 77947, Butylene glycol, Citrus aurantium dulcis flower extract, Prunus avium flower extract, Tilia platyphyllos flower extract, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, C20-22 alkyl phosphate, Sodium hyaluronate, Terminalia chebula fruit extract, Disodium edta, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl alcohol, C20-22 alcohols, Avena sativa meal extract, Portulaca oleracea extract
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| A'PIEUPure Block Mild Plus Sun Cream SPF32 PA++YOUR PRODUCT | ShiseidoUltra Sun Protector Cream SPF 50 | PatykaCrème Solaire Teintée SPF50 | The INKEY List CASPF30 Sunscreen 100% Mineral UV Filters | |
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| Match | — | 38% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | — | — | $25.00 | $20.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Glycerin | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 32 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
We do not recommend "A'PIEU - Pure Block Mild Plus Sun Cream SPF32 PA++" because it does not provide good UVA protection. UVA sun rays don't burn the skin, but they still lead to photoaging and hyperpigmentation.
This product should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen 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
We assess the overall irritancy of this product 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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