Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, C12-15 alkyl benzoate + 9 moreWorks
“Sun Balance”
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, caprylyl 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: helianthus annuus seed oil, c12-15 alkyl benzoate.
Anti-agingButyrospermum parkii butter, TocopherolNot delivered
“EFFECTS high protection against UV rays moisturizes and nourishes the skin prevents photo-aging processes”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy16 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Octocrylene~5.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneTitanium dioxide~3.8–4.6%
- 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 dioxideGlycerin~2.6–3.2%
- 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 GlycerinC12-15 alkyl benzoate~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~2.2–2.7%
- 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 methoxycinnamateAluminum starch octenylsuccinate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Aluminum starch octenylsuccinateEthylhexyl stearate~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl stearateCetearyl alcohol~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholButyrospermum parkii butter~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCoco-caprylate/caprate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateMauritia flexuosa fruit oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Mauritia flexuosa fruit oilCichorium intybus root extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beta-carotene~0.5–0.75%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHydrolyzed wheat protein/pvp crosspolymer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Allantoin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinTocopherol~0.45–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolTocopheryl acetate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateSilica~0.5–0.75%
Ceteareth-20~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerPolysorbate 60~0.35–0.6%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.5%
Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Triethyl citrate~0.2–0.35%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolBenzoic acid~0.15–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Octocrylene, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Titanium dioxide, Glycerin, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, Ethylhexyl stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Mauritia flexuosa fruit oil, Cichorium intybus root extract, Beta-carotene, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hydrolyzed wheat protein/pvp crosspolymer, Allantoin, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Silica, Ceteareth-20, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan isostearate, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Triethyl citrate, Caprylyl glycol, Benzoic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium sorbate, Parfum
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| FarmonaSun BalanceYOUR PRODUCT | PCA SKINCollagen Hydrator | CetaphilRedness Relieving Night Moisturizer | EucerinHypersensitive Skin Anti Redness Concealing Day Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | — | $53.00 | $9.51 | $30.77 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Cyclopentasiloxane | Niacinamide | Tinosorb S |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Farmona - Sun Balance" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 2.60% - 3.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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- 5Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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