Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 15 · 4 UV filters · Broad spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
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.
Moisturizing11 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Give your skin the extra care it deserves with this deeply nourishing daily moisturizer.”
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:
glycerin.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, helianthus annuus hybrid oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinEthylhexyl salicylate~4–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateCetearyl alcohol~2.2–3.3%
- 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 alcoholHelianthus annuus hybrid oil~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus hybrid oilButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneC12-15 alkyl benzoate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateButyrospermum parkii butter~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterHydrogenated castor oil~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilBehenyl alcohol~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholSodium phenylbenzimidazole sulfonate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilGlyceryl stearate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePanthenol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.75%
- 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 acetateBis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazineEthylhexyl triazone~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Ethylhexyl triazoneSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateChondrus crispus powder~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A powder from red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus powderXanthan gum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDisodium edta~0.1–0.45%
Parfum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHydroxyacetophenone~0.1–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLinalool~0.05–0.2%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeLimonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Cetearyl alcohol, Helianthus annuus hybrid oil, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Hydrogenated castor oil, Behenyl alcohol, Sodium phenylbenzimidazole sulfonate, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Glyceryl stearate, Panthenol, Tocopheryl acetate, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Ethylhexyl triazone, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Chondrus crispus powder, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Parfum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenoxyethanol, Linalool, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Limonene
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| BaleaRich Day CreamYOUR PRODUCT | SuperdrugSolait Anti-Ageing Sensitive Face Sun Cream SPF50 | La Roche-PosayHYALU B5 SURACTIVATED CREAM SPF30 | AltruistAnti-Redness Pigmentation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 66% | 65% | 64% |
| Price | $3.35 | — | — | $15.53+$12.18 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 5 of 7 | 5 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Centella Asiatica Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 15 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Balea - Rich Day Cream" "is a broad spectrum sunscreen meaning that it protects both from UVB rays (" burning "- they cause sunburn) and UVA rays (" aging "- they don't cause sunburn but lead to premature aging and pigmentation issues). However, this moisturizer does not offer enough sun protection. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
This moisturizer should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day.
Sunscreen filters
This is a so-called" chemical "sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: tinosorb s 0.55% - 0.85%, avobenzone 2.00% - 2.40%, octisalate 3.60% - 4.50% and uvinul t 0.60% - 0.90%.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 4.29$ up to 18.88$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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