FLOWFUSHI

FLOWFUSHI Area Foundy Cover

Name: FLOWFUSHI - Area Foundy Cover
Brand: FLOWFUSHI

SPF 28Efficacy58/100IrritancyMedium·3 UV filters

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Sun protection

SPF 28 · 3 UV filters · Broad spectrum

Weak protectionSPF under 30

SPF 28Broad spectrumChemical filtersNo white cast

This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.

UV spectrum

UVB290–320 nmUVA II320–340 nmUVA I340–400 nm

Octinoxate

Uvinul A Plus

Avobenzone

FilterCoverageWhat it doesEst. amount

OctinoxateEthylhexyl MethoxycinnamateUVBOctinoxate. 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~1–1.2%

Uvinul A PlusDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateUVA1 Photo-stable 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~0.7–1.05%

AvobenzoneButyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneUVA1Avobenzone. 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.~0.7–1%

~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels

Moisturizing

Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate + 9 more

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What the product description says

“Complete with SPF 28 PA++ (Asian UVA rating system) for enhanced protection against sun damage.”

Source: Skinstore

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: polyglutamic acid, 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: dimethicone, ethylhexyl hydroxystearate.

DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~0.2–0.35%

Ethylhexyl hydroxystearateKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from it~0.55–0.8%

TriethylhexanoinKey activeEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~7.7–9.4%

Polyglutamic acidKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin.~0.6–0.85%

MethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduces the water loss from the skin surface~0.2–0.35%

CyclopentasiloxaneKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin~2.7–3.2%

Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconeEffect: LowA type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin~1.3–1.6%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.45–0.7%

Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethiconeEffect: LowHelp improve the product's texture~3.4–4.2%

Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin~1–1.2%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.45–0.65%

Anti-aging

Tocopherol

Limited evidence

What the product description says

“The lightweight formula has been specifically developed for the delicate eye contour, working to smooth the appearance of fine lines and lift the look of dark circles while diffusing light for a brightening effect.”

Source: Skinstore

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.

The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

9 flagged ingredients

Medium risk

We flagged 9 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~4.4–5.3%est.

Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateOctinoxate. 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 irritatingHigh~1–1.2%est.

TriethylhexanoinHelps soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~7.7–9.4%est.

Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinUsed to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~1–1.2%est.

Peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeA type of silicone that helps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.65–0.95%est.

Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoateUvinul 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) yetMedium~0.7–1.05%est.

Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneAvobenzone. 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.Medium~0.7–1%est.

Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerA gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finishMedium~0.45–0.7%est.

Polysorbate 60Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.5–0.75%est.

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Triethylhexanoin~7.7–9.4%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

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Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Propylene glycol~4.4–5.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone~3.4–4.2%

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Irritation risk: Low

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Moisturizing

Help improve the product's texture

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Cyclopentasiloxane~2.7–3.2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

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MattifyingMoisturizing

A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

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Trimethylsiloxysilicate~2.2–2.7%

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Irritation risk: Low

A type of silicone that helps create a nice product consistency and support the delivery of other ingredients

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Trifluoropropyldimethyl/trimethylsiloxysilicate~1.9–2.4%

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Irritation risk: Low

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Methyl trimethicone~1.6–2%

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Irritation risk: Low

A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients

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Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone~1.3–1.6%

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Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin

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Isotridecyl isononanoate~1.2–1.4%

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Irritation risk: Low

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Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~1–1.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin

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Boron nitride~0.75–1.15%

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Irritation risk: Low

Helps to absord oil and evenly disperse other ingredients (for example, pigment) in product formulation

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Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~1–1.2%

UV filterKey activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Sun protection

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

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Peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.65–0.95%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together

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Garnet powder~0.75–1.1%

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Irritation risk: Low

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Vaccinium myrtillus leaf extract~0.6–0.9%

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Irritation risk: Low

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Polyglutamic acid~0.6–0.85%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin.

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Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~0.7–1.05%

UV filterKey activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Sun protection

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

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Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~0.7–1%

UV filterKey activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Sun protection

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.

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Ethylhexyl polyhydroxystearate~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate~0.55–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from it

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Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.45–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish

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Sorbitan isostearate~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Polysorbate 60~0.5–0.75%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Butylene glycol~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Magnesium sulfate~0.45–0.7%

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Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Tocopherol~0.45–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-inflammatory

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

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Phenoxyethanol~0.45–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Iron oxides~0.35–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

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

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Tin oxide~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation

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Aluminum hydroxide~0.4–0.65%

Formula

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)

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Ci 77163~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Colorant

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Mica~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light

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Silica~0.35–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin

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Alumina~0.3–0.55%

Formula

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

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Methicone~0.2–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduces the water loss from the skin surface

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Dimethicone~0.2–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingMattifying

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

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Hydrogen dimethicone~0.1–0.2%

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Irritation risk: Low

Helps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation

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Ingredient list view

Water, Triethylhexanoin, Propylene glycol, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Trifluoropropyldimethyl/trimethylsiloxysilicate, Methyl trimethicone, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Isotridecyl isononanoate, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Boron nitride, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Garnet powder, Vaccinium myrtillus leaf extract, Polyglutamic acid, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl polyhydroxystearate, Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Sorbitan isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Butylene glycol, Magnesium sulfate, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Iron oxides, Tin oxide, Aluminum hydroxide, Ci 77163, Mica, Silica, Alumina, Methicone, Dimethicone, Hydrogen dimethicone

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Product summary

"FLOWFUSHI - Area Foundy Cover" "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, this moisturizer does not offer enough sun protection. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.

Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day.

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. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: avobenzone 0.70% - 1.00%, uvinul a plus 0.70% - 1.05% and octinoxate 1.00% - 1.20%.

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 moisturizer to be medium. 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.