PRODUCT REVIEW
Avène Mineral Tinted Compact SPF 50
Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
- Anti-aging
- Sun protection
- Evens skin tone
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Works for
Sun protection
titanium dioxide
13.7%
Irritation risk:
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
zinc oxide
4.9%
Irritation risk:
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
benzophenone-3
2.6% -
3.9%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption
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Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Enriched with a powerful anti-oxidant, this matte-finish sunscreen provides broad spectrum SPF 50 UVA/UVB protection.
tocopherol
0.15% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
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
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
Significantly helps to prevent pigmentation induced by visible light. . 100% mineral sunscreen filters.
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
This broad-spectrum sunscreen contains skin-nourishing vitamin E for potent antioxidant protection and Avene thermal spring water to soothe and soften the skin.
beeswax
0.3% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
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
cera microcristallina
0.3% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency
dimethicone
1.8% -
2.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Sun protection | |
| Anti-aging | |
| Moisturizing | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
90/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Potential irritants
parfum
22% -
33%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
alcohol
5.7% -
8.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
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Comodogenic ingredients
triticum vulgare germ oil
4.7% -
7.1%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate
0.4% -
0.95%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Cleansing
Helps oil and water mix together
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
triticum vulgare germ oil
4.7% -
7.1%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
dimethicone
1.8% -
2.8%
Irritation risk:
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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Potential irritants
parfum
22% -
33%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
alcohol
5.7% -
8.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
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Comodogenic ingredients
triticum vulgare germ oil
4.7% -
7.1%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate
0.4% -
0.95%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Cleansing
Helps oil and water mix together
All ingredients
parfum
22% -
33%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
alcohol
5.7% -
8.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
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Ingredient list view
Parfum, Unknown, Alcohol, Unknown, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Paraffinum liquidum, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Benzophenone-3, Zinc oxide, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Phenyl trimethicone, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Squalane, Talc, Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate, Polyethylene, Iron oxides, Polymethyl methacrylate, Silica, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Alumina, Stearic acid, Water, Beeswax, Bht, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Microcrystalline wax, Cera microcristallina, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl glucoside, Tribehenin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Ci 77491, Ci 77499
Sources
- A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oil
- Dermatological and environmental toxicological impact of the sunscreen ingredient oxybenzone/benzophenone‐3
- Effect of Sunscreen Application on Plasma Concentration of Sunscreen Active Ingredients A Randomized Clinical Trial
- On Photostability of Oxybenzone
- A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxide
- Risk assessment of zinc oxide, a cosmetic ingredient used as a UV filter of sunscreens
- Characterization of the UVA protection provided by avobenzone, zinc oxide, and titanium dioxide in broad-spectrum sunscreen products
- Ultraviolet Protection Properties of Commercial Sunscreens and Sunscreens Containing Zno Nanorods
- ZnO nanoparticles and organic chemical UV-filters are equally well tolerated by human immune cells
- Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medications
- Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyol
- Final report of the cosmetic ingredient review expert panel on the safety assessment of Polyisobutene and Hydrogenated Polyisobutene as used in cosmetics
- Amended Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics
- Safety Assessment of Alumina and Aluminum Hydroxide as Used in Cosmetics
- Vitamin E in dermatology
- Vitamin E and Skin Health