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Balea Beauty Expert UV-Protection Fluid LSF SPF 50

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Sun protection
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Moisturizing

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Key actives

Lactic acid 0.3% - 0.5%Panthenol 0.45% - 0.65%

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Product summary

We believe that "Balea - Beauty Expert UV-Protection Fluid LSF SPF 50" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because 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 not need an additional moistruizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.

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. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: tinosorb s 2.60% - 3.10%, uvinul a plus 4.70% - 5.70%, uvinul t 3.30% - 4.00% and ensulizole 2.20% - 2.70%.

Irritation risk

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

What can the product work for?

Sun protection

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.

bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 2.6% - 3.1%

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

Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.

diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate 4.7% - 5.7%

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

Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet

phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid 2.2% - 2.7%

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

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

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.

lactic acid 0.3% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

Evens skin tone

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).

lactic acid 0.3% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

Moisturizing

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: arginine, fructooligosaccharides.

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: arginine, c12-15 alkyl benzoate.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol

sodium hyaluronate 0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

fructooligosaccharides 0.5% - 0.7%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

glycerin 1.3% - 1.6%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

lactic acid 0.3% - 0.5%

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Works for: Evens skin tone, Moisturizing, Exfoliation, Anti-aging

panthenol 0.45% - 0.65%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Reduces redness, Reduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Potential irritants

diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate 4.7% - 5.7%

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Works for: Sun protection

ethylhexyl triazone 3.3% - 4%

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Works for: Sun protection

Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet

Comodogenic ingredients

We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product

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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

dibutyl adipate 6.9% - 8.4%

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Works for: Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency

diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate 4.7% - 5.7%

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Works for: Sun protection

Ingredient list view

Water, Dibutyl adipate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Glycerin, Arginine, Cellulose, Cetyl alcohol, Beta vulgaris root extract, Fructooligosaccharides, Tocopheryl acetate, Panthenol, Sodium hyaluronate, Potassium lactate, Caprylyl glycol, Lactic acid, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Hydrogenated palm glycerides, Xanthan gum, Sclerotium gum, Sodium gluconate, Pantolactone, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol

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WIMJ similarity score		50%	49%	49%	47%	43%	43%	43%	41%	41%	40%
SPF	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	lactic acid panthenol +9 more	Common: panthenol bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +7 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride carnosine +5 more	Common: panthenol bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +6 more Other: polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate	Common: panthenol bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +6 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride dimethicone +6 more	Common: panthenol diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +6 more Other: gluconolactone butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +10 more	Common: panthenol ethylhexyl triazone +3 more Other: niacinamide dimethicone +5 more	Common: panthenol ethylhexyl triazone +3 more Other: niacinamide dimethicone +5 more	Common: panthenol diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +3 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane diethylhexyl butamido triazone +1 more	Common: panthenol diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +3 more Other: niacinamide adenosine +6 more	Common: panthenol glycerin +3 more Other: ceramide as ceramide eop +8 more	Common: panthenol ethylhexyl triazone +3 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane inulin +1 more
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Potential Irritants	ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? +10 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +11 more	caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? +7 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +15 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? acacia decurrens flower wax Has skin benefit? +20 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +12 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +11 more	alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +11 more	ulmus davidiana root extract Has skin benefit? fragaria chiloensis fruit extract Has skin benefit? +13 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +8 more	disodium edta Has skin benefit? caprylhydroxamic acid Has skin benefit? +9 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? +25 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +31 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +23 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +42 more	water Has skin benefit? propanediol Has skin benefit? +33 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +20 more

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Balea Beauty Expert UV-Protection Fluid LSF SPF 50

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Evens skin tone

Moisturizing

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