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face republic Purity Sun Essence

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Sun protection
Anti-aging
Moisturizing
Evens skin tone
Anti-blemish

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Key actives

Niacinamide 1.6% - 2%Adenosine 0.2% - 0.35%

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Product summary

We assess that "face republic - Purity Sun Essence" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredient list. 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).

As a plus, this sunscreen uses some of the new generation UV filters (Tinosorb M). These filters are more stable and more gentle on the skin.

This product should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).

Sunscreen filters

This is a so-called "chemical" sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. These are the sun protection ingredients in this sunscreen: uvinul a plus 3.60% - 4.40%, uvasorb heb 1.10% - 1.40%, uvinul t 2.50% - 3.00% and tinosorb m 1.90% - 2.30%.

Irritation risk

There are actives in this product that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this product 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.

What our users say

Based on 1 review 100% recommend this product

When it comes to comedogenicity, the reviewer found that it does not clog pores.
As for the white cast, it did not leave a noticeable white residue for the reviewer.
When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, the user found that it pills under a foundation.
As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, the reviewer reported that it does not sting eyes.

Our users describe the finish of this product as dewy, They find the product's texture to be light and In terms of the smell, our users report that no smell.

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The product retails from 12.08$ up to 17.90$ in the United States.

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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.

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.

methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol 1.9% - 2.3%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Tinosorb M. A UV filter. Is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It also provides some protection against visible light. It is photostable and can also be used to improve photostability of other sunscreen ingredients. Its physical properties help to create lightweight sunscreen formulations. It can leave a slight white cast. Unfortunately, it is not approved by the FDA (US) yet

diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate 3.6% - 4.4%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

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

diethylhexyl butamido triazone 1.1% - 1.4%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Uvasorb HEB. A UV filter. Is effective against UVB and UVA II rays (but not UVA I). It is photostable. Unfortunately, is not approved by FDA (US) yet

Anti-blemish

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

niacinamide 1.6% - 2%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

phytosphingosine 0.15% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect

Anti-aging

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.

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.

This product can also 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.

niacinamide 1.6% - 2%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

adenosine 0.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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)

ascorbic acid 0.1% - 0.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging

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).

niacinamide 1.6% - 2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

ascorbic acid 0.1% - 0.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging

Moisturizing

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, 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: ceramide np, phytosphingosine.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, niacinamide, phytosphingosine

niacinamide 1.6% - 2%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

polymethylsilsesquioxane 2.3% - 2.9%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss

glycerin 0.6% - 0.95%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Key Actives

niacinamide 1.6% - 2%

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Works for: Evens skin tone, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Anti-blemish, Reduces irritation, Reduces redness, Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory

adenosine 0.2% - 0.35%

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Works for: Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation

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Potential irritants

decyl glucoside 0.35% - 0.6%

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Works for: Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating

ascorbic acid 0.1% - 0.2%

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Works for: Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Anti-oxidation

The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging

Comodogenic ingredients

We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product

All ingredients

water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

dibutyl adipate 5.6% - 6.8%

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Works for: Moisturizing

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

propanediol 4.2% - 5.1%

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Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

Ingredient list view

Water, Dibutyl adipate, Propanediol, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexyl triazone, Niacinamide, Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Caprylyl methicone, Diethylhexyl butamido triazone, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extract, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Rosa canina fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Aloe ferox leaf extract, Artemisia capillaris extract, Artemisia vulgaris oil, Prunus armeniaca juice, Hydrogenated lecithin, Pentylene glycol, Behenyl alcohol, Poly c10-30 alkyl acrylate, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Decyl glucoside, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Xanthan gum, T-butyl alcohol, Tocopherol, Ascorbic acid, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Ceramide np, Phytosphingosine

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WIMJ similarity score		98%	98%	90%	84%	84%	84%	84%	83%	78%	74%	74%
SPF	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	niacinamide adenosine +8 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +8 more Other: panthenol oryza sativa bran oil +3 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +8 more Other: panthenol oryza sativa bran oil +3 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +8 more Other:	Common: niacinamide adenosine +6 more Other: dipotassium glycyrrhizate glyceryl glucoside +3 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +6 more Other: salvia hispanica seed extract tocopherol +1 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +6 more Other: centella asiatica extract ginkgo biloba leaf extract +5 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +6 more Other: saccharum officinarum extract tocopherol +1 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +7 more Other: ceramide 1 tocopherol	Common: niacinamide adenosine +4 more Other: centella asiatica extract cyclopentasiloxane +13 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +6 more Other: madecassoside panthenol +8 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +6 more Other:
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Potential Irritants	ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +15 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? t-butyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +11 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? t-butyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +11 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? +16 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? +13 more	coptis japonica root extract Has skin benefit? lonicera japonica flower extract Has skin benefit? +16 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? ginkgo biloba leaf extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	panax ginseng root extract Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +12 more	ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +16 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +17 more	propolis extract Has skin benefit? anthemis nobilis flower oil Has skin benefit? +17 more	geraniol Has skin benefit? limonene Has skin benefit? +18 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? propanediol Has skin benefit? +46 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +38 more

PRODUCT REVIEW

face republic Purity Sun Essence

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What can the product work for?

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Sun protection

Anti-blemish

Anti-aging

Evens skin tone

Moisturizing

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