BIOTHERM Aquasource BB Cream Instant Beautifying Moisturizer SPF15
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 15 · 1 UV filter · Partial spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
Moisturizing10 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Aquasource BB Cream Instant Beautifying Moisturizer SPF15”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“Biotherm Aquasource BB Cream Instant Beautifying Moisturizer SPF15 30ml with formula enriched in pure thermal plankton, hyaluronic acid and mineral pigments protects and magnifies the skin only in one gesture, indeed, this BB Cream , moisturizes in depth, , protects thanks to its SPF15, , corrects and smoothes, , evens the complexion, , illuminates and sublimates the complexion.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Isononyl isononanoate~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateIsohexadecane~3.5–5.3%
- 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 IsohexadecaneGlycerin~2.6–3.9%
- 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 GlycerinAlcohol denat.~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearateEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~1.9–2.8%
- 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 methoxycinnamateMethyl glucose sesquistearate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Methyl glucose sesquistearateCetyl palmitate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateNylon-12~0.9–1.35%
Cyclohexasiloxane~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxanePropylene glycol~0.3–0.75%
- 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 glycolHydrogenated polyisobutene~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneStearyl alcohol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholArgilla~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolLithium magnesium sodium silicate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.15–0.5%
Caffeine~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineAscorbyl glucoside~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideCellulose acetate butyrate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyphosphorylcholine glycol acrylate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl tauratePolyvinyl alcohol~0.1–0.45%
Vitreoscilla ferment~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium chloride~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideButylene glycol~0.05–0.25%
- 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 glycolSodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Isononyl isononanoate, Isohexadecane, Glycerin, Alcohol denat., Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Methyl glucose sesquistearate, Cetyl palmitate, Nylon-12, Cyclohexasiloxane, Propylene glycol, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Stearyl alcohol, Argilla, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Lithium magnesium sodium silicate, Disodium edta, Caffeine, Ascorbyl glucoside, Cellulose acetate butyrate, Polyphosphorylcholine glycol acrylate, Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Polyvinyl alcohol, Vitreoscilla ferment, Sodium chloride, Butylene glycol, Sodium hyaluronate, Parfum
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Product summary
We do not recommend "BIOTHERM - Aquasource BB Cream Instant Beautifying Moisturizer SPF15" because it does not provide good UVA protection. UVA sun rays don't burn the skin, but they still lead to photoaging and hyperpigmentation.
Because it includes good moisturizing ingredients, it can also work as a hydrating day cream.
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: octinoxate 1.90% - 2.80%.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer 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.
Price
The product retails from 22.41£ up to 33.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 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
- 5
- 6The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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