Face facts Ceramide SPF30 Face Moisturiser
Works for
3 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 5 UV filtersBroad spectrum
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.
MoisturizingCeramide ap, Ceramide as + 10 moreStrong evidence
“Ceramide SPF30 Face 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:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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, isohexadecane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide as, ceramide eop, ceramide ng, ceramide np
Anti-agingNiacinamideStrong evidence
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.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · NiacinamideStrong evidence
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~6.2–7.6%
- 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 methoxycinnamatePeg-8~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Dipropylene glycol~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolDimethicone~2.4–3%
- 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 salicylate~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateEthylhexyl triazone~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Ethylhexyl triazoneTitanium dioxide~1.9–2.3%
- 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 dioxideDiethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoateIsohexadecane~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneCeramide np~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCeramide ng~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide ngCeramide as~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide asCeramide eop~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopCeramide ap~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apPrunus persica resin extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateGlycerin~0.35–0.65%
- 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 GlycerinNiacinamide~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about NiacinamideYeast ferment extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTriethanolamine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineC14-22 alcohols~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsC20-22 alkyl phosphate~0.25–0.45%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerC20-22 alcohols~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyacrylamide~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideHydrogenated lecithin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinC13-14 isoalkane~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
C12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Carbomer~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerStearic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAlumina~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaLaureth-7~0.1–0.15%
1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Peg-8, Dipropylene glycol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Titanium dioxide, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Isohexadecane, Ceramide np, Ceramide ng, Ceramide as, Ceramide eop, Ceramide ap, Prunus persica resin extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Yeast ferment extract, Phenoxyethanol, Triethanolamine, C14-22 alcohols, C20-22 alkyl phosphate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, C20-22 alcohols, Polyacrylamide, Hydrogenated lecithin, C13-14 isoalkane, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Stearic acid, Alumina, Laureth-7, 1,2-hexanediol
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| Face factsCeramide SPF30 Face MoisturiserYOUR PRODUCT | KansosanSkincare Moisture Base SPF 37 | CeraVeMoisturizing Face Cream SPF50 | Up&UpMorning Facial Moisturizing Lotion with Sunscreen SPF 30 | |
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| Match | — | 85% | 77% | 75% |
| Price | — | $15.65 | $19.65 | $25.69 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 13 | 7 of 13 | 8 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Oatmeal Extract | Phytosphingosine | Phytosphingosine |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 37 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
The ingredient list suggests that "Face facts - Ceramide SPF30 Face Moisturiser" can provide reliable sun protection. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (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 moisturizer should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
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: uvinul a plus, octinoxate, octisalate and uvinul t. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
Irritation risk
There are actives in this product that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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