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Bionike Defence Sun SPF50+ Protecion Stick

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Sun protection
Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Anti-oxidation

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Key actives

Butyrospermum parkii butter 0.35% - 0.85%Carnosine 0.15% - 0.5%

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Product summary

The ingredient list suggests that "Bionike - Defence Sun SPF50+ Protecion Stick" can provide reliable sun protection. 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).

This product should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer 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 4.10% - 6.10% and octinoxate 3.50% - 5.20%.

Irritation risk

This product contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be medium. 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.

bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 4.1% - 6.1%

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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.

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 3.5% - 5.2%

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

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

titanium dioxide 0.9% - 1.35%

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

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: carnosine.

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: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, copernicia cerifera wax.

helianthus annuus seed oil 0.1% - 0.45%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

helianthus annuus seed wax 0.85% - 1.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency

jojoba esters 0.35% - 0.8%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function

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.

These ingredients in the product might also be helpful for reducing and preventing fine lines, wrinkles, and skin elasticity, even though there is no conclusive evidence for their effectiveness: carnosine.

carnosine 0.15% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage

butyrospermum parkii butter 0.35% - 0.85%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Concentration: Insufficient!

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

tocopherol 0.05% - 0.25%

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

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).

Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (carnosine) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

carnosine 0.15% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage

tocopherol 0.05% - 0.25%

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

butyrospermum parkii butter 0.35% - 0.85%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Concentration: Insufficient!

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

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

butyrospermum parkii butter 0.35% - 0.85%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging

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

carnosine 0.15% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging

A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage

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Potential irritants

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 3.5% - 5.2%

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Works for: Sun protection

ethyl vanillin 0.05% - 0.15%

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Used as a fragrance

Comodogenic ingredients

ethylhexyl palmitate 5.6% - 8.3%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture

polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate 1.2% - 1.7%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate 23% - 34%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

ethylhexyl palmitate 5.6% - 8.3%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture

bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2 5% - 7.5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface

Ingredient list view

Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Ppg-3 benzyl ether myristate, Candelilla cera, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Helianthus annuus seed cera, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Titanium dioxide, Copernicia cerifera cera, Copernicia cerifera wax, Behenyl beeswax, Stearyl beeswax, Polyethylene, Lauroyl lysine, Silica, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Jojoba esters, Sodium carboxymethyl beta-glucan, Carnosine, Tocopheryl acetate, Water, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Tocopherol, Pentylene glycol, Ethyl vanillin

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WIMJ similarity score		30%	29%	28%	28%	28%	28%	28%	28%	28%	28%
SPF	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50
Key ingredients	bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2 bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +9 more	Common: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2 bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +4 more Other: beeswax cera alba +4 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine butyrospermum parkii butter +2 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane diethylhexyl butamido triazone +6 more	Common: ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate helianthus annuus seed oil +1 more Other: beeswax cera alba +4 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +1 more Other: panthenol caprylic/capric triglyceride +11 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine butyrospermum parkii butter +2 more Other: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate dimethicone +4 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine carnosine +1 more Other: panthenol caprylic/capric triglyceride +11 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine butyrospermum parkii butter +2 more Other: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate dimethicone +4 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +1 more Other: cyclopentasiloxane diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +1 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine carnosine +2 more Other: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate glycerin +3 more	Common: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2 butyrospermum parkii butter +1 more Other: beeswax butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +9 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW
Potential Irritants	ethyl vanillin Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +6 more	ci 75470 Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +7 more	pullulan Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +12 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? ascorbyl palmitate Has skin benefit? +4 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +15 more	alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +11 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +11 more	alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +11 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? bht Has skin benefit? +10 more	taraxacum officinale rhizome/root extract Has skin benefit? aristotelia chilensis fruit extract Has skin benefit? +17 more	olea europaea fruit oil Has skin benefit? phytosterols Has skin benefit? +6 more
All ingredients	pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl palmitate Has skin benefit? +27 more	octyldodecanol Has skin benefit? dicaprylyl carbonate Has skin benefit? +24 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +29 more	dicaprylyl carbonate Has skin benefit? isononyl isononanoate Has skin benefit? +23 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +30 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +31 more	water Has skin benefit? propanediol Has skin benefit? +37 more	water Has skin benefit? neopentyl glycol diheptanoate Has skin benefit? +39 more	hydrogenated soybean oil Has skin benefit? bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2 Has skin benefit? +26 more

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Bionike Defence Sun SPF50+ Protecion Stick

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Sun protection

Moisturizing

Anti-aging

Evens skin tone

Anti-oxidation

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