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This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
“Collagen Firming Cream SPF 15”
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, hydrolyzed collagen.
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: dimethicone, helianthus annuus seed oil.
“Collagen Firming Cream SPF 15”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
This ingredient squalene might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
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).
This product contains antioxidants (squalene) 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.
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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
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateOne 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 GlycerinA 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 oilA 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
More about OctocryleneAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateAvobenzone. 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.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolAn emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolA 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 acetateAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumUsed to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneAn oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualeneA fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneA fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehydeA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeA typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenUsed to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salA green micro-algae extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid evidence is lacking. It helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Dunaliella salina extractWater, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Cetyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Glycerin, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Peg-40 stearate, Octocrylene, Isopropyl myristate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Sorbitan stearate, Propylene glycol, Cetyl palmitate, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 60, Caprylyl glycol, Chlorphenesin, Tocopheryl acetate, Parfum, Allantoin, Xanthan gum, Cellulose gum, Edta, Lactic acid, Hydrogenated polydecene, Squalene, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Limonene, Benzyl salicylate, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde, Linalool, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Hydrolyzed collagen, Citronellol, Maris sal, Ci 47005, Dunaliella salina extract, Sodium benzoate, Ci 16035
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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.
| DR SEACollagen Firming Cream SPF 15YOUR PRODUCT | EnvironAlpha Day Lotion SPF 15 | Fade OutORIGINAL Even Skin Tone Moisturizer SPF 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 52% |
| Price | $33.16 | $52.82+$19.66 | $11.22−$21.94 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | High |
| SPF | SPF 15 | SPF 15 | SPF 15 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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"DR SEA - Collagen Firming Cream SPF 15" offers broad spectrum protection. It means that it protects from both UVA and UVB rays (you can remember UVB as "burning" sunlight - they cause sunburn. You can remember UVA rays as "aging" - they do not lead to sunburn, but they cause photodamage and contribute to early signs of skin aging and hyperpigmentation). On the negative side, the SPF of this moisturizer is not high enough. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day.
This is a so-called "chemical" sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. These are the sun protection ingredients in this sunscreen: avobenzone 1.40% - 1.70%, octinoxate 5.80% - 7.10% and octocrylene 1.90% - 2.40%.
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.
The product retails for 55.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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