Cell Fusion C Laser Sunscreen 100 SPF 50+/PA+++
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 2 UV filters · Broad spectrumWeak protectionLow filter dose
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-agingHydroxydecyl ubiquinone, TocopherolModerate evidence
“This physical SPF (containing zinc oxide) protects from damaging UVA and UVB rays, which also contribute to signs of premature aging.”
This product contains hydroxydecyl ubiquinone. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works. 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).
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Hydroxydecyl ubiquinone, TocopherolStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (hydroxydecyl ubiquinone) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Ceramide np, Dimethicone + 11 moreStrong evidence
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, hydrolyzed collagen.
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: dimethicone, cholesterol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Lavandula angustifolia oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Hydroxydecyl ubiquinone~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An analogue of coenzyme Q10 that has a lower molecular weight, which can improve its ability to penetrate the skin. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about Hydroxydecyl ubiquinoneLavandula angustifolia oil~5.3–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCeramide np~5.2–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCollagen~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products
More about CollagenZinc oxide~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideWater~2.2–3.3%
Cyclopentasiloxane~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneDipropylene glycol~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolDisiloxane~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lauryl peg-10 tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl dimethicone~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butyloctyl salicylate~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own
More about Butyloctyl salicylateGlycerin~0.55–1.25%
- 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 GlycerinSilica~0.85–1.25%
Dimethicone~0.45–1.05%
- 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 DimethiconeDisteardimonium hectorite~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteMagnesium sulfate~0.35–0.85%
Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer1,2-hexanediol~0.3–0.7%
Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.2–0.75%
- 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneStearic acid~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAluminum hydroxide~0.3–0.75%
- 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 hydroxideSorbitan caprylate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan caprylateDimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer~0.35–0.8%
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerGlyceryl caprylate~0.3–0.75%
- 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 caprylateEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.65%
Sodium citrate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateHydrolyzed collagen~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenHydroxydecyl ubiquinone~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An analogue of coenzyme Q10 that has a lower molecular weight, which can improve its ability to penetrate the skin. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about Hydroxydecyl ubiquinoneTocopherol~0.15–0.7%
- 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 TocopherolHydrogenated lecithin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinCeramide np~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npSucrose stearate~0.2–0.8%
Cholesterol~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolPalmitic acid~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidCholesteryl macadamiate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Biosaccharide gum-4~0.1–0.4%
Hydrolyzed lupine protein~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharide isomerate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateIngredient list view
Hydroxydecyl ubiquinone, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Ceramide np, Collagen, Zinc oxide, Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dipropylene glycol, Disiloxane, Lauryl peg-10 tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl dimethicone, Butyloctyl salicylate, Glycerin, Silica, Dimethicone, Disteardimonium hectorite, Magnesium sulfate, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, 1,2-hexanediol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Stearic acid, Aluminum hydroxide, Sorbitan caprylate, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Glyceryl caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium citrate, Hydrolyzed collagen, Hydroxydecyl ubiquinone, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ceramide np, Sucrose stearate, Cholesterol, Palmitic acid, Cholesteryl macadamiate, Biosaccharide gum-4, Hydrolyzed lupine protein, Saccharide isomerate
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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.
| Cell Fusion CLaser Sunscreen 100 SPF 50+/PA+++YOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeHydrating 100% Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 50 with Zinc Oxide & Hyaluronic Acid | Tower 28 BeautySOS FaceGuard™ SPF 30 Sunscreen PA+++ | ObagiVitamin C Suncare Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 56% | 53% | 53% |
| Price | $23.00 | $16.99−$6.01 | — | $60.00+$37.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Phytosphingosine | Ceramide Eop |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Cell Fusion C - Laser Sunscreen 100 SPF 50+/PA+++" is using UV filters in a relatively low concentration. Because of this, it might not be able to provide reliable sun protection.
It contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream.
Sunscreen filters
This is a "mixed" sunscreen in the sense that it uses both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") sun filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: butyloctyl salicylate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses zinc oxide.
Irritation risk
It contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this product to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 23.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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