Coola Suncare Classic Face SPF30 Cucumber - Not Boxed
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 2 UV filters · Broad spectrumWeak protectionLow filter dose
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Organic Acai Oil, known for its visual anti-aging benefits, delivers abundant antioxidants through its Omegas-3/6/9, Vitamins B1/2/3, and Vitamins C and E. INGREDIENTS.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
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).
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Carthamus tinctorius oleosomes, Helianthus annuus extract + 8 moreWorks
“Organic Evening Primrose and Linseed Oils calm, tone, and hydrate stressed skin.”
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, caprylyl glycol.
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: helianthus annuus extract, oenothera biennis oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit water, Parfum — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. 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 methoxydibenzoylmethaneEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate2%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateCaprylhydroxamic acid2.1%
Caprylyl glycol~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCarthamus tinctorius oleosomes~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Carthamus tinctorius oleosomesCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit water~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cucumis sativus extract~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Cucumis sativus fruit extract~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractDicaprylyl carbonate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateEuterpe oleracea fruit oil~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit oilParfum~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlycerin~1–1.5%
- 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 GlycerinHelianthus annuus extract~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus extractHelianthus annuus seed extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated polydecene~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneLinum usitatissimum seed oil~0.4–0.95%
Oenothera biennis extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oenothera biennis oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilPlankton extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Plankton extractPropanediol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateTrideceth-10~0.35–0.85%
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateWater~0.15–0.7%
Xanthan gum~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit water~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Euterpe oleracea fruit oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit oilCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractGlycerin~0.15–0.6%
- 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 GlycerinHelianthus annuus seed extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oenothera biennis oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilIngredient list view
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Carthamus tinctorius oleosomes, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit water, Cucumis sativus extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Euterpe oleracea fruit oil, Parfum, Glycerin, Helianthus annuus extract, Helianthus annuus seed extract, Hydrogenated polydecene, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Unknown, Oenothera biennis extract, Oenothera biennis oil, Plankton extract, Propanediol, Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Trideceth-10, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Water, Xanthan gum, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit water, Euterpe oleracea fruit oil, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Glycerin, Helianthus annuus seed extract, Unknown, Oenothera biennis oil
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| CoolaSuncare Classic Face SPF30 Cucumber - Not BoxedYOUR PRODUCT | Supergoop!SPF, Snow or Shine | SalteeFace Sea & Sun Formula SPF 50 | Comfort ZoneSun Soul Extra Cream SPF50+ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | — | — | $42.33 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract | Panthenol | Tinosorb S |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 40 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
We assess that "Coola - Suncare Classic Face SPF30 Cucumber - Not Boxed" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredient list. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. (UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
It contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. These are the sun protection ingredients in this sunscreen: avobenzone 23.00% (declared) and octinoxate 2.00% (declared).
Irritation risk
This sunscreen contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Coola" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 29.50$ up to 37.26$ 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 3 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2
- 3Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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