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Product summary

We believe that "COSRX - Aloe Soothing SPF50 PA+++ Sun Cream" 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).

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).

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. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: tinosorb s 2.20% - 2.70%, octinoxate 5.40% - 6.60%, amiloxate 1.70% - 2.10% and ensulizole 2.60% - 3.20%.

Irritation risk

There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this product 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.

What our users say

Based on 11 reviews 82% recommend this product
  • When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, 1 % of the reviewers found that it pills under makeup.
  • As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, 1 % of the reviewers found that it stings eyes.
  • When it comes to comedogenicity, 1 % of the reviewers found that it clogs pores.
  • As for the white cast, 1 % of the reviewers found that it leaves a white cast.
Our users describe the finish of this product as dewy, They find the product's texture to be light - heavy and In terms of the smell, our users report that light fragrance.

About the brand

According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "COSRX" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.

Price

The product retails from 9.58£ up to 22.00£ in the United Kingdom, for 1699.99KSH in Kenya, for 14.60A$ in Australia and from 9.30$ up to 18.00$ in the United States.

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