BY TERRY Hyaluronic Hydra-BB cream SPF 30
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 2 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protectionLow filter dose
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“THE RESULTS Skin looks healthier and more radiant; the complexion is smoother, more even, wrinkles and fine lines are reduced.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Evens skin tone1 ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“THE RESULTS Skin looks healthier and more radiant; the complexion is smoother, more even, wrinkles and fine lines are reduced.”
This product contains ingredients () that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
The biggest effect for evening out skin tone in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations. This is why sun protection is the best strategy for maintaining an even skin tone. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · 17 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, 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Isododecane~26–32%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneWater~12–14%
Silica~5.2–6.4%
Titanium dioxide~4.3–5.2%
- 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 dioxideCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCi 77891~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~2.1–2.6%
- 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 dioxideIsohexadecane~1.6–1.9%
- 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 IsohexadecanePhenyl trimethicone~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeSynthetic fluorphlogopite~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products
More about Synthetic fluorphlogopitePrunus amygdalus dulcis seed~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~1–1.2%
- 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 methoxycinnamateTrimethylsiloxysilicate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a nice product consistency and support the delivery of other ingredients
More about TrimethylsiloxysilicateDipropylene glycol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlycerin~0.55–0.85%
- 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 GlycerinNiacinamide~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideCetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconeC13-15 alkane~0.5–0.75%
Diisostearyl malate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateSilica dimethyl silylate~0.5–0.7%
Magnesium sulfate~0.45–0.7%
Ci 77492~0.4–0.65%
Iron oxides~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesDisteardimonium hectorite~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoritePolyglyceryl-4 isostearate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 isostearateTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.35–0.65%
- 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 hydroxideCaprylyl glycol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolGlyceryl caprylate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateCi 77491~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Iron oxides~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesParfum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumEthylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.65%
Palmitic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidDimethicone~0.45–0.65%
- 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 DimethiconeCi 77499~0.3–0.6%
Iron oxides~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesAdenosine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateLimonene~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHexyl cinnamal~0.25–0.5%
Linalool~0.25–0.5%
Benzyl salicylate~0.25–0.5%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeGeraniol~0.2–0.4%
Bht~0.25–0.45%
Eugenol~0.15–0.3%
Myristic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidStearic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateTocopherol~0.15–0.25%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Isododecane, Water, Silica, Titanium dioxide, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Isohexadecane, Phenyl trimethicone, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dipropylene glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, C13-15 alkane, Diisostearyl malate, Silica dimethyl silylate, Magnesium sulfate, Ci 77492, Iron oxides, Disteardimonium hectorite, Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum hydroxide, Caprylyl glycol, Glyceryl caprylate, Ci 77491, Iron oxides, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Palmitic acid, Dimethicone, Ci 77499, Iron oxides, Adenosine, Sodium hyaluronate, Limonene, Hexyl cinnamal, Linalool, Benzyl salicylate, Hydroxycitronellal, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Geraniol, Bht, Eugenol, Myristic acid, Stearic acid, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopherol
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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.
| BY TERRYHyaluronic Hydra-BB cream SPF 30YOUR PRODUCT | Skin79Dark Panda BB Cream Spf50+ Pa+++ | KARADIUMSnail Repair Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ | MISSHARadiance Perfect Fit Cushion - 4 Colors | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 94% | 90% | 89% |
| Price | — | — | $11.44 | $16.11 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 10 | 6 of 10 | 8 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer | Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"BY TERRY - Hyaluronic Hydra-BB cream SPF 30" does not provide enough UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage the skin, leading to early signs of aging and pigmentation issues.
Because it includes good moisturizing ingredients, it can also work as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
Sunscreen filters
This is a "mixed" sunscreen in the sense that it uses both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") sun filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: octinoxate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Safety Assessment of Magnesium Sulfate as Used in Cosmeticsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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