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Darphin Soleil Plaisir for Face Moisturiser SPF30

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Anti-aging
Sun protection
Moisturizing
Evens skin tone

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Key actives

Acetyl glucosamine 0.35% - 0.65%Algae extract 0.45% - 0.7%

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Product summary

Based on the ingredients included, we believe that "Darphin - Soleil Plaisir for Face Moisturiser SPF30" can offer reliable sun protection. 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).

This moisturizer should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. 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 1.90% - 2.30%, avobenzone 3.40% - 4.20%, butyloctyl salicylate 0.70% - 1.05%, octinoxate 5.20% - 6.30%, octisalate 2.80% - 3.50% and homosalate 3.80% - 4.70%.

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 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.

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The product retails for 36.00£ in the United Kingdom.

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What can the product work for?

Sun protection

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.

bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 1.9% - 2.3%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

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.

butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 3.4% - 4.2%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

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.

butyloctyl salicylate 0.7% - 1.05%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

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

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Enriched with karanja oil which provides omega 9 fatty acids, skin will feel comfortable with a soft, silky texture and hyaluronic acid intensely hydrates skin for a more youthful complexion.

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This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains acetyl glucosamine.

Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.

This product can also 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.

acetyl glucosamine 0.35% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin

algae extract 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

Suitable for even sensitive skin, its powerful formula contains anti-ageing ingredients to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and age spots and vitamin E to strengthen and repair skin, without drying it out.

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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).

acetyl glucosamine 0.35% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Soleil Plaisir for Face Moisturiser SPF30

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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: algae extract, sodium hyaluronate.

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: cocos nucifera oil, algae extract.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl glucosamine

sodium hyaluronate 0.35% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

algae extract 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

cholesterol 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An emollient that is naturally found in skin

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

acetyl glucosamine 0.35% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing, Evens skin tone, Anti-aging, Exfoliation

An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin

algae extract 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-aging

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

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Potential irritants

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 5.2% - 6.3%

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Works for: Sun protection

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

parfum 0.3% - 0.55%

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An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

Comodogenic ingredients

ethylhexyl palmitate 0.75% - 1.1%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture

cocos nucifera oil 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic

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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 5.2% - 6.3%

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Works for: Sun protection

tribehenin peg-20 esters 4.1% - 5.1%

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Works for: Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

Ingredient list view

Water, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Tribehenin peg-20 esters, Homosalate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, Methyl trimethicone, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Butyloctyl salicylate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Propanediol, Triacontanyl pvp, Dipentaerythrityl tri-polyhydroxystearate, Polyester-8, Polyglyceryl-10 pentastearate, Cocos nucifera oil, Caprylyl methicone, Behenyl alcohol, Hypnea musciformis extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Persea gratissima oil, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Algae extract, Pongamia glabra seed oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caffeine, Sodium hyaluronate, Cholesterol, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Acetyl glucosamine, Ergothioneine, Glycine soja sterols, Polysorbate 60, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Parfum, Isohexadecane, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Sodium dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde, Benzyl salicylate, Hexyl cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Eugenol, Benzyl benzoate, Mica, Ci 19140, Ci 15985

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WIMJ similarity score		58%	58%	52%	52%	48%	47%	46%	46%	41%	40%
SPF	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 45	SPF 30	SPF 40	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 50
Key ingredients	acetyl glucosamine algae extract +12 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +2 more Other: retinol palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 +8 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +2 more Other: retinol palmitoyl oligopeptide +8 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine caffeine +3 more Other: acetyl hexapeptide-8 linoleic acid +19 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +2 more Other: retinol palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 +7 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine caffeine +1 more Other: dimethicone dipotassium glycyrrhizate +7 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +1 more Other: dimethicone glycerin +2 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +5 more Other: aminopropyl ascorbyl phosphate linoleic acid +16 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +3 more Other: ascorbyl glucoside acetyl hexapeptide-8 +17 more	Common: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane butyloctyl salicylate +3 more Other: tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate panthenol +5 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +1 more Other: niacinamide camellia sinensis leaf extract +5 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH
Potential Irritants	ci 15985 Has skin benefit? ci 19140 Has skin benefit? +26 more	ci 19140 Has skin benefit? ethylene brassylate Has skin benefit? +19 more	ci 19140 Has skin benefit? ethylene brassylate Has skin benefit? +19 more	parfum Has skin benefit? copaifera officinalis resin Has skin benefit? +24 more	ci 19140 Has skin benefit? ethylene brassylate Has skin benefit? +19 more	rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract Has skin benefit? chamomilla recutita flower extract Has skin benefit? +19 more	parfum Has skin benefit? moringa oleifera seed extract Has skin benefit? +10 more	eugenol Has skin benefit? benzyl salicylate Has skin benefit? +24 more	limonene Has skin benefit? citronellol Has skin benefit? +30 more	chamomilla recutita flower extract Has skin benefit? retinyl palmitate/carrot polypeptide Has skin benefit? +14 more	geraniol Has skin benefit? nasturtium officinale extract Has skin benefit? +13 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +53 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +43 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +42 more	water Has skin benefit? dimethicone Has skin benefit? +84 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +43 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +53 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +26 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +63 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl salicylate Has skin benefit? +96 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +29 more	water Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +34 more

PRODUCT REVIEW

Darphin Soleil Plaisir for Face Moisturiser SPF30

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Irritation risk

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What can the product work for?

Works for

Sun protection

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

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