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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.
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.
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).
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, aloe barbadensis leaf juice.
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, squalane.
This product contains antioxidants (rubus idaeus seed oil) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
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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 juiceHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Carthamus tinctorius oleosomesA 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 HomosalateA 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
More about OctocryleneAn emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilOctisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not 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
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateOne 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 GlycerinAvobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica campestris seed oilUsed 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 glycolHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Camelina sativa seed oilHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholAn emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideA 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 DimethiconeA polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneHelps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolThis oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Mauritia flexuosa fruit oilAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumA 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-11A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Rubus idaeus seed oilHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateHelps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulation
More about Sorbitan palmitateAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneUsed to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholPure 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 TocopherolUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneAloe barbadensis leaf juice, Carthamus tinctorius oleosomes, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Water, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Glycerin, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, 1,2-hexanediol, Brassica campestris seed oil, Butylene glycol, Camelina sativa seed oil, Caprylyl glycol, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetyl palmitate, Citric acid, Decyl glucoside, Dimethicone, Gluconolactone, Hexylene glycol, Hydrogenated methyl abietate, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Mauritia flexuosa fruit oil, Opuntia ficus-indica flower extract, Parfum, Polysilicone-11, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Silica, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium phytate, Sorbitan oleate, Sorbitan palmitate, Squalane, T-butyl alcohol, Tocopherol, Tropolone, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| CoolaClassic Face Lotion SPF50 White TeaYOUR PRODUCT | Rodan + FieldsREVERSE Brightening Defense Fluid Lotion SPF 50 | LumeneNordic Ageless [AJATON] Radiant Youth SPF30 Day Cream | DermalogicaPowerbright Moisturizer SPF50 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 52% | 52% |
| Price | $39.66 | $49.50+$9.84 | $51.36+$11.70 | $84.54+$44.88 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 14 | 6 of 14 | 5 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | High | High |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Based on the ingredients included, we believe that "Coola - Classic Face Lotion SPF50 White Tea" can offer reliable sun protection. 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).
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: avobenzone 1.50% - 2.20%, octisalate 2.00% - 2.90%, homosalate 5.40% - 8.10% and octocrylene 4.30% - 6.50%.
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.
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Coola" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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