bareMinerals Skinlongevity™ Vital Power Moisturiser SPF 30
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 2 UV filtersBroad spectrum
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.
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
“Instantly replenishes essential moisture. Helps reduce visible signs of 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.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
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).
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · 15 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
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, trehalose.
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, cetyl alcohol.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Geraniol + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Zinc oxide12.506%
- 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 oxideWater~45–55%
C9-12 alkane~8.6–10.5%
Dimethicone~5.2–6.4%
- 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 DimethiconePropanediol~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~2.4–2.9%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-32~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-32Peg-6~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-6Polyglyceryl-4 laurate/succinate~1.6–1.9%
Polysorbate 60~1.4–1.7%
Peucedanum japonicum leaf/stem extract~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Paeonia lactiflora root extract~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Paeonia lactiflora root extractCoffea arabica seed oil~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Coffea arabica seed oilDecyl isostearate~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coco-caprylate/caprate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateIsohexadecane~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneIsostearyl isostearate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture. It can be comedogenic
More about Isostearyl isostearateAminopropyl dimethicone~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Aminopropyl dimethiconeCetyl stearate~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Succinoglycan~0.5–0.75%
Caprylyl glycol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolTocopherol~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolDimethylacrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate crosspolymer~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerSodium methyl stearoyl taurate~0.65–1%
Potassium cetyl phosphate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateSorbitan sesquiisostearate~0.45–0.7%
Polysorbate 80~0.45–0.7%
Stearic acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidSorbitan oleate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateDecyl glucoside~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideIsostearic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Isostearic acidHexylene glycol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolT-butyl alcohol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholButylene glycol~0.45–0.65%
- 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 glycolPolysilicone-11~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Hydrogen dimethicone~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconeSilica~0.55–0.8%
Sodium citrate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneAluminum hydroxide~0.45–0.65%
- 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 hydroxideAlcohol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about AlcoholDisodium edta~0.3–0.6%
Trehalose~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehalosePotassium sorbate~0.35–0.6%
Citric acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidVp/eicosene copolymer~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product adherence to the skin, for example, to pro-long the protective effect of sunscreens. Can be irritating to very sensitive skin
More about Vp/eicosene copolymerCetyl alcohol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholCellulose gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumParfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGeraniol~0.2–0.4%
Linalool~0.2–0.35%
Limonene~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitral~0.1–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMica~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide3.28%
- 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 dioxideIngredient list view
Zinc oxide, Water, C9-12 alkane, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Glycerin, Peg-32, Peg-6, Polyglyceryl-4 laurate/succinate, Polysorbate 60, Peucedanum japonicum leaf/stem extract, Paeonia lactiflora root extract, Coffea arabica seed oil, Decyl isostearate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Isohexadecane, Isostearyl isostearate, Aminopropyl dimethicone, Cetyl stearate, Succinoglycan, Caprylyl glycol, Tocopherol, Dimethylacrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate crosspolymer, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Sorbitan sesquiisostearate, Polysorbate 80, Stearic acid, Sorbitan oleate, Decyl glucoside, Isostearic acid, Hexylene glycol, T-butyl alcohol, Butylene glycol, Polysilicone-11, Hydrogen dimethicone, Silica, Sodium citrate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum hydroxide, Alcohol, Disodium edta, Trehalose, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid, Vp/eicosene copolymer, Cetyl alcohol, Cellulose gum, Parfum, Geraniol, Linalool, Limonene, Citral, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Titanium dioxide
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, we assess that "bareMinerals - Skinlongevity™ Vital Power Moisturiser SPF 30" can provide reliable sun protection. 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. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).
Sunscreen filters
This moisturizer 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 moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "bareMinerals" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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