We assess that this product 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).

Its formula is also hydrating, so you might find that you do not need an additional moisturizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.

Sunscreen filters

This is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for sun protection. Both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide almost never irritate even the most sensitive skin and eyes, but can leave a white cast.

Irritation risk

This product does not contain known common irritants and is suitable for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be low. 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.

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Sun protection

This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.

It is a mineral sunscreen. In other words, it contains non-organic UV filters. It will probably not sting your eyes but might leave a white cast.

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.

zinc oxide 2.7% - 4%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Mineral

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

titanium dioxide 8.3% - 12.4%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Mineral

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

Evens skin tone

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Provides coverage for acne, rosacea, pigmentation, recent scars and post-surgery .

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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).

Anti-aging

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.

tocopherol 0.2% - 0.75%

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Concentration: Insufficient!

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

Moisturizing

This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: beeswax, dimethicone.

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).

beeswax 0.5% - 1.2%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen

phenyl trimethicone 4.3% - 6.5%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture

squalane 1.6% - 2.4%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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.

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Provides coverage for acne, rosacea, pigmentation, recent scars and post-surgery .

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tocopherol 0.2% - 0.75%

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Works for: Anti-oxidation, Moisturizing, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-aging

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

dimethicone 23% - 34%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Mattifying

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

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polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate 0.55% - 1.3%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

bht 0.4% - 0.95%

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A preservative

Comodogenic ingredients

polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate 0.55% - 1.3%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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dimethicone 23% - 34%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Mattifying

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

titanium dioxide 8.3% - 12.4%

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Works for: Sun protection

hydrogenated polyisobutene 5.1% - 7.7%

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Works for: Moisturizing

Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin

Ingredient list view

Dimethicone, Titanium dioxide, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Phenyl trimethicone, Titanium dioxide, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Zinc oxide, Iron oxides, Squalane, Talc, Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate, Polyethylene, Polymethyl methacrylate, Silica, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Alumina, Stearic acid, Water, Beeswax, Bht, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Microcrystalline wax, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl glucoside, Tribehenin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water

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WIMJ similarity score		36%	34%	34%	33%	32%	32%	32%	32%	32%	31%
SPF	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 49	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	beeswax caprylic/capric triglyceride +8 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride dimethicone +3 more Other: niacinamide tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate +7 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride dimethicone +4 more Other: tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate copernicia cerifera wax +6 more	Common: dimethicone titanium dioxide +2 more Other: madecassoside panthenol +2 more	Common: phenyl trimethicone titanium dioxide +2 more Other: niacinamide palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 +11 more	Common: dimethicone titanium dioxide +3 more Other: capryloyl salicylic acid panthenol +5 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride dimethicone +1 more Other: dipotassium glycyrrhizate glycerin +1 more	Common: beeswax dimethicone +2 more Other: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate ethylhexyl triazone +3 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride dimethicone +3 more Other: paraffinum liquidum cetyl dimethicone +5 more	Common: titanium dioxide tocopherol +2 more Other: lactobionic acid gluconolactone +3 more	Common: dimethicone titanium dioxide +3 more Other: polygonum aviculare extract glycerin +4 more
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Potential Irritants	caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? bht Has skin benefit? +1 more	vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract Has skin benefit? punica granatum extract Has skin benefit? +7 more	perilla ocymoides seed oil Has skin benefit? salix alba bark extract Has skin benefit? +8 more	scutellaria baicalensis root extract Has skin benefit? madecassoside Has skin benefit? +7 more	ci 19140 Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +8 more	capryloyl salicylic acid Has skin benefit? p-anisic acid Has skin benefit? +15 more	aloe barbadensis leaf extract Has skin benefit? brassica oleracea italica extract Has skin benefit? +8 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +10 more	chlorphenesin Has skin benefit? peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate Has skin benefit? +6 more	sodium bisulfite Has skin benefit? sodium citrate Has skin benefit? +10 more	pullulan Has skin benefit? polygonum aviculare extract Has skin benefit? +11 more
All ingredients	dimethicone Has skin benefit? titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? +26 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +21 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? dimethicone Has skin benefit? +29 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +49 more	unknown Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +43 more	zinc Has skin benefit? unknown Has skin benefit? +26 more	dicaprylyl carbonate Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? dimethicone Has skin benefit? +31 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +34 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? simmondsia chinensis seed oil Has skin benefit? +32 more

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Avène Mineral Tinted Compact Cream SPF50 - Honey

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