PRODUCT REVIEW

EltaMD UV Facial Broad-Spectrum SPF30+ - Jar

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Sun protection
Anti-aging
Moisturizing
Evens skin tone

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Key actives

Dimethicone 3.3% - 4.1%Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 7.5

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Product summary

We believe that "EltaMD - UV Facial Broad-Spectrum SPF30+ - Jar" 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).

This product should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.

Sunscreen filters

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

Irritation risk

There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits 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.

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What can the product work 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.

zinc oxide 7%

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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-aging

What does the product description say?

Vitamin E neutralizes free radicals and conditions your skin.Elta MD UV Facial Moisturizing Facial Sunscreen Jar SPF 30+, 4 Oz

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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.

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

A silky, fluffy moisturizing facial sunscreen Delivers a moisture boost to dry skin Rich in antioxidants to help absorb free radicals Offers broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sun protection Can be worn under makeup or alone Ideal for use after laser, microdermabrasion & IPL treatments, chemical & glycolic peels Free of fragrance, oil, parabens & sensitivity, non-comedogenic

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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: dimethicone, glyceryl stearate.

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

sodium hyaluronate 0.8% - 1.2%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

petrolatum 6.8% - 8.3%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss

dimethicone 3.3% - 4.1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

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).

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

dimethicone 3.3% - 4.1%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Mattifying

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

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 7.5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

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Potential irritants

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 7.5%

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Works for: Sun protection

iodopropynyl butylcarbamate 0.01% - 0.02%

Irritation risk:

A preservative. Can be irritating

Comodogenic ingredients

isopropyl palmitate 5.9% - 7.2%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency

oleth-3 phosphate 0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

All ingredients

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 7.5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

zinc oxide 7%

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

water 45% - 55%

Irritation risk:

Plain old water

Ingredient list view

Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Zinc oxide, Water, Petrolatum, Isopropyl palmitate, Unknown, Glyceryl stearate, Cetearyl glucoside, Dimethicone, Peg-100 stearate, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Polyisobutene, Peg-7 trimethylolpropane coconut ether, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopheryl acetate, Polyether-1, Citric acid, Oleth-3 phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene glycol, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane

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WIMJ similarity score		52%	52%	52%	44%	44%	43%	42%	41%	41%	41%	39%
SPF	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 40	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 40	SPF 50	SPF 47	SPF 50	SPF 43	SPF 30
Key ingredients	petrolatum dimethicone +3 more	Common: petrolatum zinc oxide Other: paraffinum liquidum ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate +3 more	Common: petrolatum zinc oxide +1 more Other: butyloctyl salicylate butyrospermum parkii butter +2 more	Common: petrolatum zinc oxide Other: paraffinum liquidum ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate +3 more	Common: petrolatum dimethicone Other: paraffinum liquidum cera microcristallina +5 more	Common: sodium hyaluronate zinc oxide +2 more Other: niacinamide lactic acid +6 more	Common: dimethicone sodium hyaluronate +2 more Other: panthenol cyclopentasiloxane +1 more	Common: ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate sodium hyaluronate +2 more Other: tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate panthenol +9 more	Common: ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate sodium hyaluronate +2 more Other: niacinamide niacinamide +7 more	Common: dimethicone ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +2 more Other: butyloctyl salicylate hydrated silica +2 more	Common: sodium hyaluronate zinc oxide +1 more Other: panthenol cocos nucifera oil +2 more	Common: dimethicone ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +1 more Other: beeswax copernicia cerifera wax +3 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW
Potential Irritants	iodopropynyl butylcarbamate Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +6 more	ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate Has skin benefit? dextrin palmitate Has skin benefit?	tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate Has skin benefit? bht Has skin benefit? +2 more	ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate Has skin benefit? dextrin palmitate Has skin benefit?	parfum Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +5 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +6 more	iodopropynyl butylcarbamate Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +6 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +15 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +8 more	alcohol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +10 more	hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer Has skin benefit? oleth-3 phosphate Has skin benefit? +2 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +7 more
All ingredients	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +20 more	polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate Has skin benefit? petrolatum Has skin benefit? +15 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +19 more	polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate Has skin benefit? petrolatum Has skin benefit? +15 more	petrolatum Has skin benefit? paraffinum liquidum Has skin benefit? +18 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +25 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +22 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +38 more	dimethicone Has skin benefit? unknown Has skin benefit? +29 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? +40 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? tin Has skin benefit? +21 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +27 more

PRODUCT REVIEW

EltaMD UV Facial Broad-Spectrum SPF30+ - Jar

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Sun protection

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Evens skin tone

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