DEWYTREE Urban Shade Anti-Pollution Sun SPF50+ PA++++
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 2 UV filtersBroad spectrum
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.
Anti-agingCamellia sinensis leaf extract, Centella asiatica extractWorks well
“Urban Shade Anti-Pollution Sun SPF50+ PA++++”
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.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Camellia sinensis leaf extractWorks well
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).
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extract + 1 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Cyclomethicone, Glycerin + 13 moreWorks
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:
cyclomethicone, fructooligosaccharides.
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: cyclomethicone, helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Sorbitan sesquioleate, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cyclomethicone~6.5–8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeZinc oxide~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 oxidePolyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~3.8–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~3.8–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works 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 dioxideCi 77891~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCalamine~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dibutyl adipate~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Dibutyl adipateCaprylyl methicone~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methicone1,2-hexanediol~0.95–1.15%
Disteardimonium hectorite~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteMagnesium sulfate~0.8–1.15%
Hydrogen dimethicone~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconeAluminum hydroxide~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideC30-45 alkyl cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to create a nice silky product texture
More about C30-45 alkyl cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymerSorbitan sesquioleate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateStearic acid~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.6–0.85%
Prunus amygdalus amara kernel oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octyldodecanol~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractPyrus malus leaf extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~0.5–0.75%
- 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 GlycerinEchium plantagineum seed oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that because of its high content of alpha-linolenic acid help support skin barrier function and moisturize the skin
More about Echium plantagineum seed oilVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractJasminum officinale flower extract~0.3–0.6%
Salvia hispanica seed extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that typically contains linolenic and linoleic acids that help soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Salvia hispanica seed extractCentella asiatica extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractHouttuynia cordata extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Marrubium vulgare extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Fructooligosaccharides~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesSaccharide hydrolysate~0.25–0.5%
Pullulan~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanCardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties but evidence is missing
More about Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extractHelianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiablesBiosaccharide gum-4~0.15–0.3%
Dicaprylyl carbonate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonatePolyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateCitric acid~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Cyclomethicone, Zinc oxide, Polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Propanediol, Calamine, Dibutyl adipate, Caprylyl methicone, 1,2-hexanediol, Disteardimonium hectorite, Magnesium sulfate, Hydrogen dimethicone, Aluminum hydroxide, C30-45 alkyl cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Stearic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Prunus amygdalus amara kernel oil, Octyldodecanol, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Pyrus malus leaf extract, Glycerin, Echium plantagineum seed oil, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Salvia hispanica seed extract, Centella asiatica extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Marrubium vulgare extract, Fructooligosaccharides, Saccharide hydrolysate, Pullulan, Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables, Biosaccharide gum-4, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Citric acid
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| DEWYTREEUrban Shade Anti-Pollution Sun SPF50+ PA++++YOUR PRODUCT | Make P:remUV Defense Me. Blue Ray Sun Fluid SPF50+ PA++++ | PESTLOSaferecipe Sun Essence | ISNTREESensitive balancing spf 50 | |
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| Match | — | 50% | 47% | 44% |
| Price | — | $11.70 | $17.60 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 13 of 13 | 11 of 13 | 10 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Panthenol | Phytosphingosine |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
We believe that "DEWYTREE - Urban Shade Anti-Pollution Sun SPF50+ PA++++" 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).
Because it includes good moisturizing ingredients, it can also work as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for sun protection. Both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide almost never irritate even the most sensitive skin and eyes, but can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
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 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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