Dr.G Green Mild Up Sun Plus SPF50+ PA++++
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 1 UV filter · Broad spectrumWeak protectionLow zinc dose
This product uses a single UV filter (zinc oxide) in a relatively low concentration and might not be able to provide a reliable sun protection.
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.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Propylheptyl caprylate, Coco-caprylate/caprate + 15 moreWorks
“Non-sticky formula leaves skin moisturized and refreshed.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": lactobacillus ferment, sodium hyaluronate.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Anti-agingSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, TocopherolMay help
This product contains centella asiatica extract. There is some human evidence that this ingredient helps reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin elasticity and firmness, though it is smaller or less consistent than the evidence for the best anti-aging ingredients. The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, Pinus pinaster bark extract + 5 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract, pinus pinaster bark extract) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is some human evidence for this effect in skin, though it is smaller or less consistent than the evidence for the best antioxidants.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Hydroxycinnamic acidMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
The one that I used only has zinc oxide as a sun filter. I haven't experienced irritation no breakouts with it on. It has a creamy texture that feels moisturizing upon application on the skin, but it does dry up and feel tighter after. Recommended if you have oily or normal skin.
Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Zinc oxide~11–13%
- 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 oxidePropanediol~5–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolButyloctyl salicylate~3.7–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Butyloctyl salicylatePropylheptyl caprylate~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Propylheptyl caprylateCoco-caprylate/caprate~2.6–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateCyclohexasiloxane~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneCaprylyl methicone~1.9–2.3%
- 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 methiconeIsododecane~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecanePolyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methyl trimethicone~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
More about Methyl trimethiconeMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerDisteardimonium hectorite~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteMagnesium sulfate~0.7–1%
Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about Triethoxycaprylylsilane1,2-hexanediol~0.6–0.9%
Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateLauryl polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polymethylsilsesquioxane~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneGlyceryl caprylate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateCaprylyl glycol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.7%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateButylene glycol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolTocopherol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolCentella asiatica extract~0.45–0.7%
- 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 extractCaesalpinia spinosa fruit extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pinus pinaster bark extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but evidence of effectiveness of topical application is lacking. It can be an INCI name for the trademarked ingredient Pycnogenol (but could also be a different type of this plant's bark extract)
More about Pinus pinaster bark extractKappaphycus alvarezii extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties
More about Kappaphycus alvarezii extract7-dehydrocholesterol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Pro-vitamin D. It is claimed to have anti-inflammatory effect in skin, but there is no research available confirming that this compound converts to vitamin D in skin or has any other benefits apart from softening the upper layer of the skin. This compound is different from the Vitamin D3 analogues used in medicine to treat psoriasis
More about 7-dehydrocholesterolHouttuynia cordata extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ectoin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinBuddleja officinalis flower extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant flower extract that might help calm down inflammation in skin and neutralize free radicals, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Buddleja officinalis flower extractLactobacillus ferment~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentHydroxycinnamic acid~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rutin~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An antioxidant that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about RutinIngredient list view
Water, Zinc oxide, Propanediol, Butyloctyl salicylate, Propylheptyl caprylate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Caprylyl methicone, Isododecane, Polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Methyl trimethicone, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Disteardimonium hectorite, Magnesium sulfate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Lauryl polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glyceryl caprylate, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, Butylene glycol, Tocopherol, Centella asiatica extract, Caesalpinia spinosa fruit extract, Pinus pinaster bark extract, Kappaphycus alvarezii extract, 7-dehydrocholesterol, Houttuynia cordata extract, Ectoin, Buddleja officinalis flower extract, Lactobacillus ferment, Hydroxycinnamic acid, Rutin
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Dr.GGreen Mild Up Sun Plus SPF50+ PA++++YOUR PRODUCT | innisfreeDaily UV Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Protection Solaire Minérale | ISNTREEHyaluronic Acid Natural Sun Cream | ManyoFoundation-Free Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 42% | 42% |
| Price | $20.30 | $24.00+$3.70 | $14.97−$5.33 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 12 | 6 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Dr. G - Green Mild Up Sun Plus SPF50+ PA++++" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory and Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Ceramides (ceramide ap 0.20% - 0.35%, ceramide np 0.25% - 0.45%, ceramide ns 0.25% - 0.45%, ceramide eop 0.25% - 0.50% and phytosphingosine 0.30% - 0.55%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
- Humectants (glycerin 0.40% - 0.60%, saccharide hydrolysate 0.50% - 0.75%, fructooligosaccharides 0.50% - 0.75% and cyclomethicone 5.90% - 7.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
What our users say
Based on 1 review 100% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, the reviewer found that it does not clog pores.
- As for the white cast, the reviewer reported a noticeable whitish residue.
- As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, the reviewer reported that it does not sting eyes.
Price
The product retails from 26.78A$ up to 31.00A$ in Australia and from 15.90$ up to 26.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 30 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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