Facetheory Summer Body Glow B6 SPF 15 4-star UVA protection with Jojoba and Kukui Nut Oils
Works for
1 of 2 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.
MoisturizingAleurites moluccanus seed oil, Borago officinalis seed oil + 9 moreGood evidence
“Our hydrating body shimmer contains premium botanical oils to soothe and moisturise summer skin and SPF15 4-star UVA protection to help defend against sun damage.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: simmondsia chinensis seed oil, borago officinalis seed oil.
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?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Coco-caprylate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylateSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~5.7–8.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilBis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.
More about Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazineSynthetic fluorphlogopite~3.8–5.8%
- 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 fluorphlogopiteMica~2.9–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaPolyhydroxystearic acid~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidOctyldodecanol~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolCi 77492~1.5–2.2%
Ci 15985~1.2–1.8%
Iron oxides~1.1–1.6%
- 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 oxidesOleic/linoleic/linolenic polyglycerides~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Oleic/linoleic/linolenic polyglyceridesDilinoleic acid/propanediol copolymer~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~1–1.5%
Ci 77891~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.55–1.3%
- 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 dioxideHydrogenated castor oil~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilBorago officinalis seed oil~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilAleurites moluccanus seed oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Aleurites moluccanus seed oilCarthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilBoron nitride~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to absord oil and evenly disperse other ingredients (for example, pigment) in product formulation
More about Boron nitrideCi 77491~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ci 77499~0.2–0.75%
Trihydroxystearin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture
More about TrihydroxystearinStearic acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidMagnesium hydroxide~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aluminum hydroxide~0.2–0.7%
- 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 hydroxideSorbitan oleate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateJojoba esters~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersIngredient list view
Coco-caprylate, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Unknown, Mica, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Octyldodecanol, Ci 77492, Ci 15985, Iron oxides, Oleic/linoleic/linolenic polyglycerides, Dilinoleic acid/propanediol copolymer, Silica, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Hydrogenated castor oil, Borago officinalis seed oil, Aleurites moluccanus seed oil, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Boron nitride, Ci 77491, Ci 77499, Trihydroxystearin, Stearic acid, Magnesium hydroxide, Aluminum hydroxide, Sorbitan oleate, Jojoba esters
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Product summary
"Facetheory - Summer Body Glow B6 SPF 15 4-star UVA protection with Jojoba and Kukui Nut Oils" "is a broad spectrum sunscreen meaning that it protects both from UVB rays (" burning "- they cause sunburn) and UVA rays (" aging "- they don't cause sunburn but lead to premature aging and pigmentation issues). However, it does not offer enough sun protection. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called" chemical ") UV filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: tinosorb s. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
Irritation risk
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Safety Assessment of Boron Nitride as Used in Cosmetics cir-safety.org
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