
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.
“Vitamin C Weightless Moisturizer SPF 45”
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.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, jojoba esters.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
“Formulated with stabilized Vitamin C to help brighten the look of dark spots, age spots, and acne, along with moisturizing Vitamin B3, and E, this reef-safe formula is fast-acting and non-pore clogging.”
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).
“Formulated with stabilized Vitamin C to help brighten the look of dark spots, age spots, and acne, along with moisturizing Vitamin B3, and E, this reef-safe formula is fast-acting and non-pore clogging.”
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.
“Formulated with stabilized Vitamin C to help brighten the look of dark spots, age spots, and acne, along with moisturizing Vitamin B3, and E, this reef-safe formula is fast-acting and non-pore clogging.”
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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 oxidePlant extract that might have help to neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is skin is lacking
More about Aspalathus linearis leaf extractA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideHelp soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin
More about CocoglyceridesHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Diethylhexyl succinateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl olivateOne 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 GlycerinUsed to create a nice product texture
More about Isostearic acidAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateHelps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleateUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateHelps create thicker product formulations
More about Sodium carboxymethyl starchBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateWorks 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 dioxideA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePure 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 gumZinc oxide, Apium graveolens seed extract, Aspalathus linearis leaf extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cocoglycerides, Diethylhexyl succinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ethylhexyl olivate, Glycerin, Isostearic acid, Jojoba esters, Lauryl glucoside, Lecithin, Linum usitatissimum seed extract, Parfum, Unknown, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Water, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Sodium carboxymethyl starch, Sodium phytate, Sorbitan trioleate, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Titanium dioxide, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum
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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.
| Derma EVitamin C Weightless Moisturizer SPF 45YOUR PRODUCT | Rodan + FieldsREVERSE Brightening Defense Fluid Lotion SPF 50 | Ghost DemocracyInvisible Lightweight Daily Face Sunscreen Spf33 | SuntegrityClearspf - Sheer Moisturizing Daily Sunscreen Spf 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 86% | 84% |
| Price | $25.95 | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 5 of 9 | 5 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Saccharide Isomerate | Saccharide Isomerate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 45 | SPF 50 | SPF 33 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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We believe that "Derma E - Vitamin C Weightless Moisturizer SPF 45" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
This moisturizer should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
This moisturizer is a mineral sunscreen. It uses zinc oxide for sun protection. Zinc oxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Derma E" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
The product retails for 25.95$ in the United States.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
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