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UV Elements Broad-Spectrum SPF 44 Elta MD

Elta MD - UV Elements Broad-Spectrum SPF 44
SPF44
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Key promises

Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Sun protection
Effectiveness

Effectiveness

100 /100
Irritancy

Irritancy

LOW

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Starting at $35.50
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In stock 2/5/2021
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What's in this jar?

Can work for

  • Sun protection
  • Anti-aging
  • Moisturizing

Promises, but can't deliver

All promises fulfilled!
Summary
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays
Non-organic (mineral) filters
Ingredient
UVB
UVA II
UVA I
Stability
titanium dioxide
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meets threshold
does not meet threshold
meets threshold
zinc oxide
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meets threshold
meets threshold
meets threshold
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promise
What does the product description say?
"Antioxidant protection combats skin-aging free radicals associated with ultraviolet (UV) and infrared radiation (IR)."
From: Skinstore

WIMJ FORMULA ANALYSIS

It can get the job done. Best in class ingredients detected
Ingredient
Effectiveness
Concentration
Irritancy
ascorbyl palmitate
LOW
does not meet threshold
Irritancy
tocopherol
LOW
does not meet threshold
Irritancy
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promise
What does the product description say?
"Ultra-hydrating hyaluronic acid quenches dry skin and visibly minimizes the appearance of fine lines for a more vibrant look."
From: Skinstore

WIMJ FORMULA ANALYSIS

Yes. Has good ingredients to attract water to the skin and then "seal it in", keeping skin hydrated over time
Ingredient
Effectiveness
Concentration
Irritancy
methicone
HIGH
meets threshold
Irritancy
dimethicone
HIGH
meets threshold
Irritancy
sodium hyaluronate
HIGH
meets threshold
Irritancy
Ingredient
Irritancy
Skin benefit
dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer
Irritancy
does not have skin benefit
ascorbyl palmitate
Irritancy
does not have skin benefit
potassium sorbate
Irritancy
does not have skin benefit
Pos Ingredient Name Description
1 zinc oxide 10.0% 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
2 titanium dioxide 5.5% Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
3 zinc oxide 10.0% 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
4 titanium dioxide 5.5% Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
5 purified water Plain old water
6 cyclopentasiloxane A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absord oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
7 dimethicone A 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
8 octyldodecyl neopentanoate An emollient that helps soften the skin. Often used to stabilize other ingredients, for example, sunscreen
9 lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone A type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
10 dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer Helps oil and water mix together
11 sodium hyaluronate One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
12 ascorbyl palmitate Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
13 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
14 sodium chloride Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
15 triethoxycaprylylsilane A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
16 alumina The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
17 methicone A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduces the water loss from the skin surface
18 potassium sorbate A preservative
19 phenoxyethanol A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
20 citric acid Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
21 iron oxides A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
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Scientific Sources

  • A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxide
  • Risk assessment of zinc oxide, a cosmetic ingredient used as a UV filter of sunscreens
  • Characterization of the UVA protection provided by avobenzone, zinc oxide, and titanium dioxide in broad-spectrum sunscreen products
  • Ultraviolet Protection Properties of Commercial Sunscreens and Sunscreens Containing Zno Nanorods
  • ZnO nanoparticles and organic chemical UV-filters are equally well tolerated by human immune cells
  • Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medications
  • Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyol
  • Amended Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics
  • Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
  • Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care
  • Vitamin E in dermatology
  • Vitamin E and Skin Health
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