Coola Classic Face Sunscreen Moisturizer SPF 50
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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 2 UV filtersBroad spectrum
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.
It is a mineral sunscreen. In other words, it contains non-organic UV filters. It will probably not sting your eyes but might leave a white cast.
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.
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 · 14 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:
polyglycerin-3.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, cocos nucifera oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Titanium dioxide3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideZinc oxide3%
- 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 oxideAcacia decurrens flower wax~23–35%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~6.6–9.9%
- 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 butterC18-38 alkyl hydroxystearoyl stearate~5.9–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cocos nucifera oil~4.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilCopernicia cerifera wax~3.2–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxParfum~2.4–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHelianthus annuus seed oil~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHelianthus annuus seed wax~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxHydrogenated castor oil~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilIron oxides~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesJojoba esters~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersCi 77742~0.6–1.35%
Mica~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaOctyldodecyl oleate~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octyldodecyl pca~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Olea europaea fruit oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilPersea gratissima oil~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilPolyglycerin-3~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-3Polyhydroxystearic acid~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidCi 17200~0.4–0.9%
Ci 15850~0.35–0.85%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractSchinziophyton rautanenii kernel oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~0.4–0.9%
Stearoyl glutamic acid~0.35–0.8%
Stevia rebaudiana extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that adds a sweat taste to products (for example, for lip products). Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Stevia rebaudiana extractTheobroma cacao seed butter~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterTheobroma grandiflorum seed butter~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might as well help to attract moisture to its upper layer
More about Theobroma grandiflorum seed butterTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.1–0.3%
- 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneTrihydroxystearin~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture
More about TrihydroxystearinIngredient list view
Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, Acacia decurrens flower wax, Butyrospermum parkii butter, C18-38 alkyl hydroxystearoyl stearate, Cocos nucifera oil, Copernicia cerifera wax, Parfum, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Hydrogenated castor oil, Iron oxides, Jojoba esters, Ci 77742, Mica, Octyldodecyl oleate, Octyldodecyl pca, Olea europaea fruit oil, Persea gratissima oil, Polyglycerin-3, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Ci 17200, Ci 15850, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Schinziophyton rautanenii kernel oil, Silica, Stearoyl glutamic acid, Stevia rebaudiana extract, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Theobroma grandiflorum seed butter, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Trihydroxystearin
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Product summary
We believe that "Coola - Classic Face Sunscreen Moisturizer SPF 50" 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.
Sunscreen filters
This moisturizer is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for sun protection. Both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide almost never irritate even the most sensitive skin and eyes, but can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Coola" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 32.00$ 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 20 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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