endota spa Tinted Moisturiser
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 15 · 2 UV filters · Broad spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
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.
Moisturizing5 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Tinted Moisturiser”
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:
cyclomethicone, glycerin.
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: cyclomethicone, isopropyl myristate.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“Achieve a visibly brighter, more even tone with sea buckthorn, also a rich source of vitamin C; while extracts of cucumber, kiwi and pomegranate help soothe, firm, and tighten pores, enhancing a smooth finish.”
This product contains ingredients () that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
The biggest effect for evening out skin tone in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations. This is why sun protection is the best strategy for maintaining an even skin tone. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus paradisi seed oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cyclomethicone~6.3–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeGlycerin~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinTitanium dioxide~3.8–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Titanium dioxideC12-15 alkyl benzoate~2.6–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateZinc oxide~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Zinc oxidePolyglyceryl-4 oleate~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 oleateMagnesium sulfate~1.5–1.8%
Isopropyl myristate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristatePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMagnesium stearate~0.7–1.1%
Punica granatum seed oil~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Punica granatum seed oilHippophae rhamnoides extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Actinidia chinensis seed oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Cucumis sativus extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus paradisi seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantifolia oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus limon peel oil~0.2–0.4%
Iron oxides~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesCi 77489~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ultramarines~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77007~0.15–0.25%
Chromium~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77288~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Cyclomethicone, Glycerin, Titanium dioxide, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Zinc oxide, Polyglyceryl-4 oleate, Magnesium sulfate, Isopropyl myristate, Phenoxyethanol, Magnesium stearate, Punica granatum seed oil, Hippophae rhamnoides extract, Actinidia chinensis seed oil, Cucumis sativus extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus paradisi seed oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Iron oxides, Ci 77489, Ultramarines, Ci 77007, Chromium, Unknown, Ci 77288
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Product summary
"endota spa - Tinted Moisturiser" offers broad spectrum protection. It means that it protects from both UVA and UVB rays (you can remember UVB as "burning" sunlight - they cause sunburn. You can remember UVA rays as "aging" - they do not lead to sunburn, but they cause photodamage and contribute to early signs of skin aging and hyperpigmentation). On the negative side, the SPF of this moisturizer is not high enough. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
This moisturizer should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day.
Sunscreen filters
This moisturizer is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for sun protection. Both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide almost never irritate even the most sensitive skin and eyes, but can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. 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.
Price
The product retails for 40.00A$ in Australia.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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