Clarins Dry Touch Sun Care Cream for Face SPF30
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 6 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-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“The Dry Touch Sun Care Cream features an anti-oxidant rich formula that protects the skin against the harmful effects of the sun.”
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 · 2 ingredients 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 · 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:
anhydroxylitol, 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: dimethicone, diisopropyl adipate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dibutyl adipate~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Dibutyl adipateDiisopropyl adipate~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisopropyl adipateHomosalate~3.7–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about HomosalateDiethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~3.2–3.9%
- 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 benzoateEthylhexyl triazone~2.6–3.2%
- 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 triazoneDimethicone~1.8–2.2%
- 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 DimethiconeButylene glycol~1.5–1.8%
- 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 glycolButyloctyl salicylate~1.2–1.4%
- 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 salicylatePolysilicone-15~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays, but does not protect against the most aging UVA light
More about Polysilicone-15Polyglyceryl-6 stearate~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-6 stearateBis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine~0.9–1.1%
- 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 triazineSilica~0.8–1.2%
Cellulose~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceParfum~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTriacontanyl pvp~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mannitol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolPotassium cetyl phosphate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphatePolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xylitylglucoside~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolGlycerin~0.3–0.55%
- 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 GlycerinAnhydroxylitol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolPolyglyceryl-6 behenate~0.3–0.5%
Polysilicone-11~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Disodium edta~0.25–0.5%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.5%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.5%
- 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 acetateXylitol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolC30-45 olefin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.25–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolCyclodextrin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of sugar that is used to support delivery of active ingredients and can enhance their penetration into the skin without disrupting the skin's barrier
More about CyclodextrinPisum sativum extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lacking
More about Pisum sativum extractGlucose~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseCassia alata leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Cassia alata leaf extractFaex extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Faex extractYeast extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractDextrin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinHydrolyzed adansonia digitata extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolT-butyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholOlea europaea leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Olea europaea leaf extractDecyl glucoside~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosidePlatanus occidentalis bark extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Water, Dibutyl adipate, Diisopropyl adipate, Homosalate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Butyloctyl salicylate, Polysilicone-15, Polyglyceryl-6 stearate, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Silica, Cellulose, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Parfum, Triacontanyl pvp, Mannitol, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Xylitylglucoside, Caprylyl glycol, Glycerin, Anhydroxylitol, Polyglyceryl-6 behenate, Polysilicone-11, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl acetate, Xylitol, C30-45 olefin, Tocopherol, Cyclodextrin, Pisum sativum extract, Glucose, Cassia alata leaf extract, Faex extract, Yeast extract, Dextrin, Hydrolyzed adansonia digitata extract, Phenoxyethanol, T-butyl alcohol, Olea europaea leaf extract, Decyl glucoside, Platanus occidentalis bark extract, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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| ClarinsDry Touch Sun Care Cream for Face SPF30YOUR PRODUCT | RiemannP20 Kids Sun Cream SPF50+ | NIP+FABNourishing SPF30 Moisturiser | HYGGEERelief Sun Moisturizer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 52% | 50% |
| Price | $25.52 | $21.14−$4.38 | $39.60+$14.08 | $20.32−$5.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 15 | 4 of 15 | 7 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Tinosorb M | Avobenzone | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
We believe that "Clarins - Dry Touch Sun Care Cream for Face SPF30" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because 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).
It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
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: tinosorb s 0.90% - 1.10%, butyloctyl salicylate 1.20% - 1.40%, uvinul a plus 3.20% - 3.90%, uvinul t 2.60% - 3.20%, homosalate 3.70% - 4.50% and polysilicone-15 1.40% - 1.70%.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without 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 19.30£ up to 22.80£ 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 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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