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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, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer.
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, dimethicone.
This product contains antioxidants (ginkgo biloba 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.
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Avobenzone. 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 methoxydibenzoylmethaneOctinoxate. 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 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 OctocryleneOne 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 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 triglycerideUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seForms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateHelps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateA 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 PhenoxyethanolUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Used 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 glycolA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidA 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 emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylateUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPure 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 TocopherolA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCarrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractA good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilA plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractHelps to create a nice product texture and spread the product more easily on the skin
More about Glyceryl polyacrylateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerMight help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence in missing
More about Padina pavonica thallus extractHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractA red algae extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an antioxidant effect
More about Porphyridium cruentum extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant benefits but research on effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Acacia decurrens flower extractContains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene, Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glyceryl stearate se, Isononyl isononanoate, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylate-13, Butylene glycol, Cetyl alcohol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Stearic acid, Tocopheryl acetate, Coco-caprylate, Xanthan gum, Chlorphenesin, Polyisobutene, Parfum, Disodium edta, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Glyceryl polyacrylate, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Padina pavonica thallus extract, Sodium dehydroacetate, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan isostearate, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Porphyridium cruentum extract, Acacia decurrens flower extract, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid
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"ELEMIS - Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 - CLEARANCE" is using UV filters in a relatively low concentration. Because of this, it might not be able to provide reliable sun protection.
This moisturizer should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer 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. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: avobenzone 1.00% (declared), octinoxate 1.00% (declared) and octocrylene 0.50% (declared).
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.
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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