EleVen by Venus Williams On-The-Defense Sunscreen SPF 30
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Sun protectionSPF 30 · 2 UV filtersBroad spectrum
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.
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.
Evens skin toneSide benefit the brand mentions · No ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
“Saccharomyces Ferment (Probiotic): helps to even skin tone and repair collagen damage”
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Zinc oxide9.5%
- 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 oxideAllantoin~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinBisabolol~5.1–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololButyloctyl salicylate~3.7–5.5%
- 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 salicylateC12-15 alkyl benzoate~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateC13-15 alkane~2.1–3.1%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.8–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 triglycerideCaprylyl glycol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCitrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~1.2–1.8%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilCoco-caprylate~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylateCocos nucifera fruit extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractDisteardimonium hectorite~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteGlycerin~0.35–0.85%
- 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 GlycerinHedychium spicatum extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinIron oxides~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesIsoamyl laurate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
More about Isoamyl laurateLecithin~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinMethylpropanediol~0.15–0.6%
Phenylpropanol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation
More about PhenylpropanolPolyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearatePolyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleatePolyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacatePyrus malus fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractRutin~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An antioxidant that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about RutinSilica~0.15–0.65%
Silica silylate~0.1–0.45%
Sodium chloride~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTocopherol~0.05–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractWater~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Zinc oxide, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Butyloctyl salicylate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, C13-15 alkane, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Caprylyl glycol, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Coco-caprylate, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Disteardimonium hectorite, Glycerin, Hedychium spicatum extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Iron oxides, Isoamyl laurate, Lecithin, Methylpropanediol, Phenylpropanol, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Rutin, Silica, Silica silylate, Sodium chloride, Tocopherol, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Water
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| EleVen by Venus WilliamsOn-The-Defense Sunscreen SPF 30YOUR PRODUCT | KosasDreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides | RiversolDaily Glow Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ | OurselfIntelligent Defense Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 | |
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| Match | — | 49% | 47% | 47% |
| Price | — | $38.20 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 40 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, we believe that "EleVen by Venus Williams - On-The-Defense Sunscreen SPF 30" can offer reliable sun protection. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
Sunscreen filters
It is a mineral sunscreen. It uses zinc oxide for sun protection. Zinc oxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This product does not contain known common irritants and is suitable for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be low. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 19.00$ up to 42.00$ 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 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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