Etude House Secret Beam Powder Pact SPF36 PA+++
Works for
0 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Sun protectionSPF 36 · 2 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protection
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · 5 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Talc~26–39%
Mica~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~5.2–7.8%
- 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 dioxideCi 77891~4.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~3–4.5%
Synthetic fluorphlogopite~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products
More about Synthetic fluorphlogopitePhenyl trimethicone~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideZinc stearate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethicone~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about DimethiconeEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateCi 19140~0.9–1.35%
Iron oxides~0.9–1.35%
- 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 77492~0.85–1.3%
Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that create a smooth product finish and can create an optical soft-focus effect on the skin. Helps to thicken the product consistency
More about Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymerMethicone~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduces the water loss from the skin surface
More about MethiconeCi 77491~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–1.1%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateUltramarines~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77007~0.4–0.95%
Ci 77499~0.35–0.8%
Tin oxide~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideCi 77891~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a silky product texture and add volume to products
More about Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymerIllite~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Kaolin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinCi 77004~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Montmorillonite~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A clay mineral. Can absorb oil from the surface of the skin
More about MontmorilloniteCalcite~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Talc, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Silica, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Phenyl trimethicone, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Zinc stearate, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Ci 19140, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, Methicone, Ci 77491, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl caprylate, Ultramarines, Ci 77007, Ci 77499, Tin oxide, Ci 77891, Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer, Illite, Kaolin, Ci 77004, Montmorillonite, Calcite
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Product summary
We do not recommend "ETUDE - Secret Beam Powder Pact SPF36 PA+++" because it does not provide good UVA protection. UVA sun rays don't burn the skin, but they still lead to photoaging and hyperpigmentation.
This sunscreen should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day.
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 titanium dioxide.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be low. 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 11.60$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Safety Assessment of Tin(IV) Oxide as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 5
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