Works for
MoisturizingPropylheptyl caprylate, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate + 18 moreWorks
“In a lightweight texture that hydrates your skin and leaves a matte finish.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Anti-agingSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, Adenosine + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: centella asiatica extract.
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.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, Portulaca oleracea extract + 4 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Thymus vulgaris extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Zinc oxide~11–13%
- 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 oxideCyclohexasiloxane~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneButyloctyl salicylate~3.8–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own
More about Butyloctyl salicylatePropylheptyl caprylate~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Propylheptyl caprylateTitanium dioxide~3–3.7%
- 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 dioxideDicaprylyl ether~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherPropanediol~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolButylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicapratePolyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacateNiacinamide~0.95–1.15%
- 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 NiacinamideCaprylyl methicone~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerPolymethylsilsesquioxane~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneBambusa arundinacea stem extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Adansonia digitata leaf extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractBuddleja davidii extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Portulaca oleracea extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractHouttuynia cordata extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Olea europaea leaf extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Olea europaea leaf extractThymus vulgaris extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilSodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAloe barbadensis leaf water~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf waterDisteardimonium hectorite~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteMagnesium sulfate~0.45–0.65%
Stearic acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAluminum hydroxide~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.4–0.65%
- 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilanePolyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~0.3–0.6%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.4–0.6%
- 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 caprylateCaprylyl glycol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Adenosine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineTocopherol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolButylene glycol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolGlycerin~0.15–0.3%
- 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 GlycerinSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidIngredient list view
Water, Zinc oxide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butyloctyl salicylate, Propylheptyl caprylate, Titanium dioxide, Dicaprylyl ether, Propanediol, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, Niacinamide, Caprylyl methicone, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Bambusa arundinacea stem extract, Adansonia digitata leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Buddleja davidii extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Olea europaea leaf extract, Thymus vulgaris extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Aloe barbadensis leaf water, Disteardimonium hectorite, Magnesium sulfate, Stearic acid, Aluminum hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, 1,2-hexanediol, Glyceryl caprylate, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Tocopherol, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid
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| face republicCalming Relief Sun LotionYOUR PRODUCT | Dr.GGreen Mild Up Skin Sun Lotion | TONEfitSUNVegan Tone-Up Sun Cushion | SKIN 1004.Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Soothing Sun Milk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 90% | 90% |
| Price | $16.90 | $16.42 | — | $15.41−$1.49 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 13 | 6 of 13 | 8 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract | Ceramide Np | Madecassic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Mizon Inout Watery Sheer Sunscreen 50mlManyo Panthe-Calming Sun Cream
Product summary
"face republic - Calming Relief Sun Lotion" is effective for: Anti-aging
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Adenosine 0.20% - 0.40%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
- Humectants (hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 0.10% - 0.15%, sodium acetylated hyaluronate 0.10% - 0.20%, glycerin 0.15% - 0.30% and sodium hyaluronate 0.45% - 0.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 16.90$ 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 35 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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