Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Sun Defense for Face SPF50 High Protection

Name: Elizabeth Arden - Eight Hour Cream Sun Defense for Face SPF50 High Protection
Brand: Elizabeth Arden

SPF 50

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WORKS FOR

Anti-aging
Moisturizing
Sun protection
Evens skin tone

KEY INGREDIENTS

tripeptide-1
c12-15 alkyl benzoate
cetyl alcohol
cetyl dimethicone
cyclopentasiloxane
Uvinul A Plus
dimethicone crosspolymer
Octinoxate
Uvinul T
glycerin
Tinosorb S
hydrolyzed wheat protein
Amiloxate
Tinosorb M
oryza sativa germ oil
silica
sodium polyacrylate
Vitamin E
triethylhexanoin
hydrolyzed soy protein
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IRRITANCY

HIGH

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$9.99

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Eight Hour® Cream Sun Defence For Face SPF50

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Can the product deliver on its promises?

WIMJ summary for sun protection

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.

Organic filters

Ingredient	UVB	UVA I	UVA II	Stability
bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine
diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate
isoamyl p-methoxycinnamate
methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
ethylhexyl triazone

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What does the product description say?

"The Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Sun Defense For Face SPF 50 helps shield skin against harmful UVA/UVB rays that can cause sunburn, surface skin cell damage and premature signs of aging."

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WIMJ summary for anti-aging

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.

These ingredients in the product might also be helpful for reducing and preventing fine lines, wrinkles, and skin elasticity, even though there is no conclusive evidence for their effectiveness: tripeptide-1.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
tripeptide-1	MEDIUM
tocopherol	LOW

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Promise

What does the product description say?

"Lightweight and oil free, the Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Sun Defense For Face SPF 50 promises to hydrate skin using the revolutionary eight hour formulation while acting as the perfect skin protectant to prevent the unwanted effects of sun exposure."

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WIMJ summary for moisturizing

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 soy protein.

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: cetyl dimethicone, c12-15 alkyl benzoate.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: tripeptide-1

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
cetyl dimethicone	HIGH
triethylhexanoin	HIGH
tripeptide-1	HIGH

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WIMJ summary for evens skin tone

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).

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
hydrolyzed soy protein	LOW

How honest is this product?

Promise	Can it deliver?
Sun protection
Anti-aging
Moisturizing
Evens skin tone

Total Promises Fulfilled score: 100/100.

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY

HIGH

Ingredient	Irritancy	Skin Benefit
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
isoamyl p-methoxycinnamate
diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient	Estimated concentration
water Plain old water	45% - 55%
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 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	5.3% - 6.5%
isoamyl p-methoxycinnamate Amiloxate or Neo Heliopan E1000. A UV filter. It is effective against UVB and UVA II rays. Not available in the US	4.8% - 5.9%
diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet	3.6% - 4.4%
cyclopentasiloxane A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absord oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin	2.5% - 3%
silica Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin	2.2% - 2.7%
methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol Tinosorb M. A UV filter. Is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable and can also be used to improve photostability of other sunscreen ingredients. It is soluble in water, which helps to create lightweight sunscreen formulations. Unfortunately, it is not approved by the FDA (US) yet	2.2% - 2.7%
potassium cetyl phosphate Helps oil and water mix together	1.5% - 1.8%
dicaprylyl carbonate Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin	1.2% - 1.5%
c12-15 alkyl benzoate 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	1% - 1.3%
dibutyl adipate Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency	0.9% - 1.1%
bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.	0.95% - 1.15%
ethylhexyl triazone Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet	0.75% - 1.15%
cetyl dimethicone A type of silicone. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice, light product texture	0.55% - 0.8%
triethylhexanoin Helps soften the upper layer of the skin	0.45% - 0.65%
glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant	0.5% - 0.75%
glyceryl stearate An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together	0.5% - 0.75%
acrylates copolymer Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency	0.45% - 0.65%
oryza sativa germ oil	0.45% - 0.65%
biosaccharide gum-4 Helps improve the product texture	0.3% - 0.6%
butylene glycol 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	0.3% - 0.55%
caprylyl glycol Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture	0.3% - 0.6%
cetyl alcohol A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together	0.35% - 0.6%
cyclohexasiloxane A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels	0.3% - 0.6%
decyl glucoside Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating	0.4% - 0.6%
dimethicone crosspolymer Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface	0.3% - 0.55%
disodium edta Stabilizes the product formulation	0.3% - 0.5%
ethylhexylglycerin A preservative	0.3% - 0.55%
hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate Helps soften the upper layer of the skin	0.3% - 0.55%
hydrolyzed soy protein Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing	0.3% - 0.5%
hydrolyzed wheat protein Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten	0.25% - 0.5%
parfum An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients	0.25% - 0.5%
phenylpropanol Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation	0.25% - 0.5%
propylene glycol Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating	0.25% - 0.5%
sodium polyacrylate Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions	0.3% - 0.6%
sorbitan stearate Helps water and oil mix together	0.3% - 0.55%
tocopherol 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	0.3% - 0.55%
tocopheryl acetate A 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.	0.3% - 0.55%
triethanolamine Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell	0.3% - 0.55%
tripeptide-1 A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles	0.3% - 0.55%
xanthan gum Used to create a thicker product consistency	0.25% - 0.5%
benzyl alcohol A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating	0.2% - 0.4%
citral A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant	0.2% - 0.4%
citronellol A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.2% - 0.4%
geraniol A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.2% - 0.4%
limonene A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat	0.2% - 0.35%
linalool A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.15% - 0.3%
ethylparaben A preservative	0.15% - 0.25%
methylparaben A preservative	0.15% - 0.3%
o-cymen-5-ol A preservative	0.05% - 0.1%
phenoxyethanol A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products	0.15% - 0.3%
propylparaben A preservative	0.15% - 0.25%
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