BB LABORATORIES PH Moist Veil UV SPF 50+ PA++++
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Sun protectionSPF 50 · 4 UV filtersBroad spectrum
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.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · No ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
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 · Yeast extractWorks well
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).
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glycerin + 7 moreWorks
“PH Moist Veil UV SPF 50+ PA++++”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: chondrus crispus extract, dimethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 1 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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Water~45–55%
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~6.2–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateIsopropyl palmitate~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitatePolymethylsilsesquioxane~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneOctocrylene~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneDiethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoateButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~2.1–2.6%
- 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 methoxydibenzoylmethaneHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerPropylene glycol~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolGlycerin~1–1.3%
- 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 GlycerinPlacental extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beta vulgaris extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractHaberlea rhodopensis leaf extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that if used in high concentration might help to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Haberlea rhodopensis leaf extractSodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateChondrus crispus extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractVaccinium myrtillus leaf extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Biosaccharide gum-4~0.35–0.6%
Inulin lauryl carbamate~0.3–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.55%
Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilDimethicone~0.25–0.5%
- 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 DimethiconeButylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 glycolPolysorbate 60~0.2–0.35%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerTetrasodium edta~0.1–0.2%
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Isopropyl palmitate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Octocrylene, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Propylene glycol, Glycerin, Placental extract, Beta vulgaris extract, Yeast extract, Haberlea rhodopensis leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Chondrus crispus extract, Vaccinium myrtillus leaf extract, Biosaccharide gum-4, Inulin lauryl carbamate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Polysorbate 60, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tetrasodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| BB LABORATORIESPH Moist Veil UV SPF 50+ PA++++YOUR PRODUCT | The Body ShopSkin Defence Multi- Protection Light Essence SPF 50 PA +++ | The SaemEco Earth Light Sun Cream | BiodermaAnti Age Sunscreen Face SPF 50+ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | — | $13.37 | $11.79 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 11 | 6 of 11 | 7 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Tinosorb S | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: White Formula CPAQUA UV Protective Gel With Hyaluronic Acid SPF 50+ PA++++Eucerin Sun Protection Sun Fluid Face SPF 30
Product summary
We assess that "BB LABORATORIES - PH Moist Veil UV SPF 50+ PA++++" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredient list. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: uvinul a plus 2.50% - 3.10%, octinoxate 6.10% - 7.50% and octocrylene 3.30% - 4.00%.
Irritation risk
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this product to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 48.70$ in the United States.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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