EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF46

Name: EltaMD - UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF46
Brand: EltaMD

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Anti-aging
Anti-blemish
Evens skin tone
Sun protection

Can it cause trouble?

Irritation risk: medium
Comedogenic risk ingredients: 1

Key actives

Niacinamide4.1% - 6.2%Lactic acid0.45% - 1.05%Cyclopentasiloxane6.8% - 10.2%

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Product Summary

We believe that "EltaMD - UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF46" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because 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).

Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).

Sunscreen filters

This is a "mixed" sunscreen in the sense that it uses both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") sun filters. The organic filters in the product are: octinoxate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses zinc oxide.

Irritation risk

This product contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this product 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.

What our users say

Based on 13 reviews 77% recommend this product

When it comes to comedogenicity, the majority of the reviewers (1 %) find that it clogs pores.
As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, the majority of the reviewers (0.92 %) find that it does not sting eyes.
As for the white cast, the majority of the reviewers (1 %) find that it leaves a noticeable white cast.
When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, the majority of the reviewers (1 %) find that it pills under makeup.

Our users describe the finish of this product as dewy, They find the product's texture to be light - heavy and In terms of the smell, our users report that light fragrance - no smell.

Price

The product retails from 16.99$ up to 74.00$ in the United States and for 18.00£ in the United Kingdom.

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Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Zinc Oxide Natural mineral compound that works as a sunscreen agent by reflecting and scattering UVA and UVB rays Niacinamide (vitamin B3) Anti-inflammatory that reduces redness and minimizes the appearance of dry or damaged skin and restores suppleness Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid) Humectant that attracts and retains moisture, improving skin feel and restores suppleness Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) Antioxidant that reduces free radicals to help diminish the visible signs of aging 48g 1.7 oz

Source: Shoprescuespa

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.

Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.

This product can also 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.

Niacinamide4.1% - 6.2%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

Lactic acid0.45% - 1.05%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Insufficient!

An 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)

Anti-blemish

What does the product description say?

Oil-free Elta MD UV Clear helps calm and protect sensitive skin types prone to discoloration and breakouts associated to acne and rosacea.

Source: Bluemercury

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

Niacinamide4.1% - 6.2%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

Choose from tinted and untinted formulas for use every day.Key Benefits Skin Types Acne-prone, rosacea, hyperpigmentation Helps calm and protect sensitive skin types prone to acne, rosacea and dark spots Calms and protects acne-prone skin Leaves no residue Anti-aging sunscreen that prevents sunburn skin UVA/UVB sun protection Paraben-free, fragrance-free, oil-free, sensitivity-free, noncomedogenic, and vegan

Source: Bluemercury

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).

Niacinamide4.1% - 6.2%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

Lactic acid0.45% - 1.05%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Insufficient!

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Source: Shoprescuespa

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: sodium hyaluronate, butylene glycol.

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: octyldodecyl neopentanoate, cyclopentasiloxane.

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

Sodium hyaluronate0.95% - 1.4%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

Niacinamide4.1% - 6.2%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

Octyldodecyl neopentanoate3.1% - 4.6%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

An emollient that helps soften the skin. Often used to stabilize other ingredients, for example, sunscreen

Cyclopentasiloxane6.8% - 10.2%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:MEDIUM

A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

Butylene glycol0.1% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:LOW

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

Lactic acid0.45% - 1.05%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Insufficient!

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.

Zinc oxide9%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

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

Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate7.5%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:MEDIUM

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

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EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF46

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Anti-aging

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Anti-blemish

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Evens skin tone

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Moisturizing

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Sun protection

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