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

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Works for

Sun protection
Anti-blemish
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Moisturizing

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 oxide 9%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Mineral

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 methoxycinnamate 7.5%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

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

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.

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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.

niacinamide 4.1% - 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

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

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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.

niacinamide 4.1% - 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 acid 0.45% - 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)

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

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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).

niacinamide 4.1% - 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 acid 0.45% - 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)

Moisturizing

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 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 hyaluronate 0.95% - 1.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

niacinamide 4.1% - 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

octyldodecyl neopentanoate 3.1% - 4.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

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Key Actives

niacinamide 4.1% - 6.2%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone, Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Reduces irritation, Anti-inflammatory, Reduces redness, Antibacterial

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 acid 0.45% - 1.05%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing, Evens skin tone, Exfoliation, Anti-aging

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)

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Potential irritants

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 7.5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

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

iodopropynyl butylcarbamate 0.01% - 0.02%

Irritation risk:

A preservative. Can be irritating

Comodogenic ingredients

oleth-3 phosphate 0.2% - 0.8%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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zinc oxide 9%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

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 methoxycinnamate 7.5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

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

water 40% - 60%

Irritation risk:

Plain old water

Ingredient list view

Zinc oxide, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Niacinamide, Octyldodecyl neopentanoate, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Polyisobutene, Peg-7 trimethylolpropane coconut ether, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopheryl acetate, Lactic acid, Oleth-3 phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene glycol, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane

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WIMJ similarity score		76%	89%	86%	85%	83%	81%	80%	76%	76%	76%	76%
SPF	SPF 46	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 45	SPF 47	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50
Key ingredients	niacinamide lactic acid +5 more	Common: niacinamide ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +3 more Other: adenosine dimethicone +8 more	Common: niacinamide lactic acid +4 more Other: panthenol glycerin +4 more	Common: niacinamide octyldodecyl neopentanoate +4 more Other: polygonum aviculare extract glycerin	Common: niacinamide niacinamide +5 more Other: polygonum aviculare extract glycerin +4 more	Common: niacinamide lactic acid +1 more Other: caffeine hyaluronic acid	Common: niacinamide lactic acid +3 more Other: butyrospermum parkii butter caprylic/capric triglyceride	Common: niacinamide cyclopentasiloxane +2 more Other: dimethicone kappaphycus alvarezii extract +6 more	Common: niacinamide ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +3 more Other: adenosine dimethicone +8 more	Common: niacinamide octyldodecyl neopentanoate +2 more Other: bisabolol butyloctyl salicylate +5 more	Common: niacinamide sodium hyaluronate +1 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +5 more	Common: niacinamide zinc oxide +1 more Other: panthenol phytosphingosine +10 more
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Potential Irritants	iodopropynyl butylcarbamate Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +4 more	parfum Has skin benefit? cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extract Has skin benefit? +6 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +6 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +6 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +8 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? caffeine Has skin benefit? +1 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +11 more	buddleja officinalis flower extract Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +6 more	parfum Has skin benefit? cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extract Has skin benefit? +6 more	trilaureth-4 phosphate Has skin benefit? tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? +5 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? +7 more	ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? polysorbate 60 Has skin benefit? +12 more
All ingredients	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +15 more	water Has skin benefit? cyclopentasiloxane Has skin benefit? +38 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +25 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +20 more	dimethicone Has skin benefit? unknown Has skin benefit? +29 more	zinc Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +4 more	water Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +25 more	water Has skin benefit? cyclopentasiloxane Has skin benefit? +43 more	water Has skin benefit? cyclopentasiloxane Has skin benefit? +38 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? allantoin Has skin benefit? +30 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +27 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +44 more

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Sun protection

Anti-blemish

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Anti-aging

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Evens skin tone

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Moisturizing

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