Caudalie Vinosun Protect High Protection Cream SPF30
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 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.
This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
“Its formula enriched with anti-oxidant grape polyphenols offers an anti-wrinkle action to the most sensitive skin.Its invisible cream texture penetrates quickly and leaves a soft summer scent on the skin.Dermatologically tested.”
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 · No ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
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).
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · 8 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:
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, phytosterols.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Linalool, Hexyl cinnamal + 3 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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Water~45–55%
Dibutyl adipate~6.7–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Dibutyl adipateDiethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~4.7–5.7%
- 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 benzoateGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCrambe abyssinica seed oil~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Crambe abyssinica seed oilPhenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ensulizole. A UV filter that is effective against UVB rays. Does not protect against UVA light. It is photostable and can be used to help stabilize other sunscreen ingredients. It is water-soluble meaning that it can help create lighter sunscreen formulations
More about Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acidArginine~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineBis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazineC13-15 alkane~0.95–1.15%
Ethylhexyl triazone~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Ethylhexyl triazoneGlyceryl stearate~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateC20-22 alkyl phosphate~0.5–0.8%
C20-22 alcohols~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzotriazolyl dodecyl p-cresol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize the product formulation protecting it from sun light
More about Benzotriazolyl dodecyl p-cresolPalmitoyl grape seed extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butyrospermum parkii butter extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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
More about Butyrospermum parkii butter extractEthylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.6%
Phytosterols~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
More about PhytosterolsPolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
O-cymen-5-ol~0.05–0.1%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.4%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateXanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLinalool~0.15–0.3%
Picea abies wood extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A Norway spruce wood extract. It might help to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Picea abies wood extractHexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.25%
Geraniol~0.1–0.2%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.2%
- 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 TocopherolParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCitronellol~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Dibutyl adipate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Crambe abyssinica seed oil, Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, Arginine, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, C13-15 alkane, Ethylhexyl triazone, Glyceryl stearate, C20-22 alkyl phosphate, C20-22 alcohols, Benzotriazolyl dodecyl p-cresol, Palmitoyl grape seed extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phytosterols, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, O-cymen-5-ol, Sodium benzoate, Tocopheryl acetate, Xanthan gum, Linalool, Picea abies wood extract, Hexyl cinnamal, Geraniol, Tocopherol, Parfum, Citronellol
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Product summary
We believe that "Caudalie - Vinosun Protect High Protection Cream SPF30" 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).
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).
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. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: tinosorb s 1.60% - 2.00%, uvinul a plus 4.70% - 5.70%, uvinul t 1.10% - 1.40% and ensulizole 2.10% - 2.60%.
Irritation risk
This sunscreen 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 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 from 14.08£ up to 22.98£ 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 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Allergic contact dermatitis caused by isopropyl methylphenol, a new haptenonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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