CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30

Name: CeraVe - AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Brand: CeraVe

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WORKS FOR

Moisturizing
Sun protection
Evens skin tone
Anti-blemish
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KEY INGREDIENTS

niacinamide
ceramide 1
ceramide 3
ceramide 6 ii
phytosphingosine
cetearyl alcohol
cholesterol
dimethicone
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
glycerin
homosalate
hyaluronic acid
octocrylene
zinc oxide
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PROMISES
FULFILLED

90 /100

IRRITANCY

LOW

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In stock $13.47

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User reviews

Recommend 2 reviews

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Finish 2 reviews

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White cast 2 reviews

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Piles under makeup 2 reviews

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Stings eyes 2 reviews

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Formula review

WIMJ summary

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.

Organic filters

Ingredient	UVB	UVA I	UVA II	Stability
octocrylene
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
homosalate

Non-organic (mineral) filters

Ingredient	UVB	UVA I	UVA II	Stability
zinc oxide

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WIMJ summary

This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains niacinamide.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
niacinamide	HIGH
phytosphingosine	LOW

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WIMJ summary

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).

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
niacinamide	HIGH

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"AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30"

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WIMJ summary

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, hyaluronic acid.

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 1, ceramide 3, ceramide 6 ii, niacinamide, phytosphingosine

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
glycerin	HIGH
ceramide 1	HIGH
phytosphingosine	HIGH

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY

LOW

Ingredient	Irritancy	Skin Benefit
homosalate
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
octocrylene

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient	Estimated concentration
ceramide 1 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	22% - 33%
hyaluronic acid One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation	4.5% - 6.8%
zinc oxide 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	6.3% Declared
homosalate A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation	10% Declared
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 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	5% Declared
octocrylene A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen	2% Declared
zinc oxide 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	6.3% Declared
water Plain old water	4.5% - 6.7%
niacinamide 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	3.6% - 5.4%
cetearyl alcohol A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture	2.8% - 4.2%
glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant	2.1% - 3.2%
dimethicone 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	1.8% - 2.8%
behentrimonium methosulfate Helps oil and water mix together	1.3% - 1.9%
ceramide 3 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	1.3% - 1.9%
ceramide 6 ii 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	1.2% - 1.8%
ceramide 1 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	1% - 1.5%
hyaluronic acid One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation	0.8% - 1.2%
sodium hydroxide Used to adjust the product's pH	0.6% - 1.4%
aluminum starch octenylsuccinate Used to thicken the product's consistency	0.55% - 1.35%
hydroxyethylcellulose Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures	0.6% - 1.35%
methylparaben A preservative	0.15% - 0.3%
disodium edta Stabilizes the product formulation	0.5% - 1%
propylparaben A preservative	0.2% - 0.4%
sodium lauroyl lactylate Helps water and oil mix together	0.4% - 0.95%
phytosphingosine A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect	0.45% - 1.05%
cholesterol An emollient that is naturally found in skin	0.45% - 1.05%
carbomer Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations	0.35% - 0.8%
xanthan gum Used to create a thicker product consistency	0.35% - 0.75%
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