We believe that "Biore - UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence COOL SPF 50+ PA++++" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. 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).

It contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.

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. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: tinosorb s 1.50% - 1.80%, uvinul a plus 2.00% - 2.40%, octinoxate 4.60% - 5.60% and uvinul t 3.50% - 4.30%.

Irritation risk

We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen 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.

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 1.5% - 1.8%

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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 2% - 2.4%

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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

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 4.6% - 5.6%

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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

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

New and Improved Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence has the World's First Micro Defense Formula that provides even coverage for skin, fine lines and uneven surfaces at a micro-level.

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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.

tocopherol 0.15% - 0.3%

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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).

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence COOL SPF 50+ PA++++

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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, 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: arginine, dimethicone.

sodium hyaluronate 0.1% - 0.2%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

dimethicone 0.5% - 0.75%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

glycerin 0.45% - 0.65%

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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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dimethicone 0.5% - 0.75%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Mattifying

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

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 4.6% - 5.6%

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Works for: Sun protection

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alcohol 8.2% - 10%

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Works for: Antibacterial

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

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 4.6% - 5.6%

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Works for: Sun protection

Comodogenic ingredients

isopropyl palmitate 2.2% - 2.7%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

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

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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

alcohol 8.2% - 10%

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Works for: Antibacterial

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

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 4.6% - 5.6%

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Works for: Sun protection

Ingredient list view

Water, Alcohol, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Isopropyl palmitate, Lauryl methacrylate/sodium methacrylate crosspolymer, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Dextrin palmitate, Butylene glycol, Xylitol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Dimethicone, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Glyceryl stearate, Menthyl lactate, Glyceryl behenate, Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, Potassium hydroxide, Cetyl alcohol, Agar, Menthol, Sorbitan distearate, Isoceteth-20, Polyvinyl alcohol, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Stearoyl glutamic acid, Arginine, Disodium edta, Parfum, Bht, Sodium hydroxide, Tocopherol, Royal jelly extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben

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Key ingredients	arginine bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +6 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +6 more Other: avena sativa kernel extract	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +6 more Other: avena sativa kernel extract	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +7 more Other: avena sativa kernel extract vinyl dimethicone	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +5 more Other: panthenol caprylic/capric triglyceride +7 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +5 more Other: panthenol caprylic/capric triglyceride +7 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +4 more Other: camellia sinensis leaf extract dipotassium glycyrrhizate +6 more	Common: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate dimethicone +4 more Other: ascorbic acid ceramide ng +8 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +4 more Other: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid isopropyl myristate +4 more	Common: arginine bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +5 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycine soja oil +5 more	Common: arginine bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +4 more Other: hyaluronic acid hydrolyzed collagen +1 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +4 more Other: trehalose
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Potential Irritants	parfum Has skin benefit? menthol Has skin benefit? +17 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +16 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +16 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +14 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +15 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +11 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +13 more	ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +14 more	parfum Has skin benefit? menthol Has skin benefit? +13 more	parfum Has skin benefit? sodium laureth sulfate Has skin benefit? +22 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +5 more	ci 75470 Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +12 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +33 more	water Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +33 more	water Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +35 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +47 more	water Has skin benefit? cyclomethicone Has skin benefit? +54 more	water Has skin benefit? dimethicone Has skin benefit? +39 more	water Has skin benefit? diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +50 more	water Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +20 more	water Has skin benefit? diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +31 more

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