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Dermedic Sunbrella SPF 50

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Sun protection
Evens skin tone
Anti-aging
Moisturizing

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Key actives

Allantoin 0.2% - 0.4%Zinc pca 0.3% - 0.55%

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Product summary

Based on the ingredient list, we assess that "Dermedic - Sunbrella SPF 50" can provide 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).

As a plus, this sunscreen uses some of the new generation UV filters (Tinosorb M). These filters are more stable and more gentle on the skin.

This sunscreen should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer 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 0.55% - 0.80%, uvinul a plus 3.40% - 4.20%, octinoxate 4.40% - 5.40%, tinosorb m 1.40% - 1.70% and octocrylene 4.90% - 6.00%.

Irritation risk

This product contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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.

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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 0.55% - 0.8%

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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.

diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate 3.4% - 4.2%

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

Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet

methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol 1.4% - 1.7%

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

Tinosorb M. A UV filter. Is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It also provides some protection against visible light. It is photostable and can also be used to improve photostability of other sunscreen ingredients. Its physical properties help to create lightweight sunscreen formulations. It can leave a slight white cast. Unfortunately, it is not approved by the FDA (US) yet

Anti-aging

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.

zinc pca 0.3% - 0.55%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing

algae extract 0.4% - 0.65%

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

tocopherol 0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

Pure 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

Evens skin tone

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).

Moisturizing

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, calcium pca.

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, dimethicone.

zinc pca 0.3% - 0.55%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

magnesium pca 0.3% - 0.55%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

manganese pca 0.3% - 0.55%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Often used as a part of an ingredient complex Physiogenyl together with Sodium PCA, Magnesium PCA and Zinc PCA. The manufacturer claims that it does more than attracting water, but there is no evidence or studies supporting this claim

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

allantoin 0.2% - 0.4%

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Works for: Anti-inflammatory, Moisturizing, Reduces irritation, Anti-blemish, Reduces redness, Exfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

zinc pca 0.3% - 0.55%

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Works for: Anti-inflammatory, Moisturizing, Anti-blemish, Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging

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Potential irritants

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 4.4% - 5.4%

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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

decyl glucoside 0.9% - 1.1%

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Works for: Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating

Comodogenic ingredients

cocos nucifera oil 2.4% - 2.9%

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

algae extract 0.4% - 0.65%

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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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

octocrylene 4.9% - 6%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 4.4% - 5.4%

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Works for: Sun protection

Ingredient list view

Water, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Cocos nucifera oil, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, Decyl glucoside, Propylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Stearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Titanium dioxide, Hydrogenated polydecene, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Alumina, Dimethicone, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Physalis angulata extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Tocopherol, Algae extract, Zinc pca, Magnesium pca, Manganese pca, Calcium pca, Phenoxyethanol, Stearic acid, Bis-ethylhexyl hydroxydimethoxy benzylmalonate, Allantoin, Dehydroacetic acid, Benzyl alcohol, Parfum, Benzyl salicylate, Linalool, Citronellol, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene

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WIMJ similarity score		35%	34%	34%	33%	33%	33%	33%	33%	33%	33%
SPF	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	algae extract allantoin +15 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +3 more Other: panthenol dipotassium glycyrrhizate +3 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine caprylic/capric triglyceride +4 more Other: butyrospermum parkii butter creatine +4 more	Common: ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate glycerin +5 more Other: salicylic acid niacinamide +4 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +5 more Other: hydrolyzed algae extract methyl methacrylate crosspolymer +2 more	Common: algae extract caprylic/capric triglyceride +4 more Other: butyloctyl salicylate homosalate +4 more	Common: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate dimethicone +7 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 cholesterol +4 more	Common: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate dimethicone +4 more Other: polygonum aviculare extract cyclopentasiloxane +3 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +5 more Other: acetyl hydroxyproline ethylhexyl triazone +2 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +3 more Other: cyclopentasiloxane	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +6 more Other: paraffinum liquidum butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +3 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM
Potential Irritants	limonene Has skin benefit? hexyl cinnamal Has skin benefit? +17 more	parfum Has skin benefit? citrus aurantium amara flower water Has skin benefit? +17 more	parfum Has skin benefit? coco-glucoside Has skin benefit? +18 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +15 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +13 more	zinc sulfate Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +14 more	parfum Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +23 more	aroma Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +8 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol Has skin benefit? +3 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? bht Has skin benefit? +10 more	parfum Has skin benefit? cocoglycerides Has skin benefit? +14 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +42 more	water Has skin benefit? diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +43 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +40 more	homosalate Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +72 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +29 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +15 more	water Has skin benefit? propanediol Has skin benefit? +37 more	benzophenone-3 Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +36 more

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Dermedic Sunbrella SPF 50

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