Forever Living Forever Aloe Sunscreen - 2 Tubes
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Sun protectionSPF 30 · 4 UV filtersBroad spectrum
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.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, TocopherolWorks well
This product can 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.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · No ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
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).
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetateWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (tocopherol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceAloe barbadensis extract~4–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis extractTocopherol~4.2–6.4%
- 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 TocopherolCaprylyl glycol~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCetearyl ethylhexanoate~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Cetearyl ethylhexanoateChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Diisostearoyl polyglyceryl-3 dimer dilinoleate~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~1.5–2.3%
Parfum~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHydrogenated castor oil~1.3–2%
- 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 oilMagnesium sulfate~1.1–1.7%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Propanediol~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPropylheptyl caprylate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Propylheptyl caprylateSodium gluconate~0.6–1.4%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.6–1.35%
- 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 acetateTridecane~0.55–1.25%
Undecane~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a non-greasy finish on the skin
More about UndecaneVp/hexadecene copolymer~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates a nice product texture and can support water-resistance of sunscreens
More about Vp/hexadecene copolymerWater~0.5–1.2%
Homosalate8.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
More about HomosalateEthylhexyl salicylate5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateOctocrylene10%
- 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 OctocryleneZinc oxide12.6%
- 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 oxideAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceAloe barbadensis extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis extractTocopherol~0.45–1.1%
- 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 TocopherolCaprylyl glycol~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCetearyl ethylhexanoate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Cetearyl ethylhexanoateChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Diisostearoyl polyglyceryl-3 dimer dilinoleate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.9%
Parfum~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHydrogenated castor oil~0.45–1.05%
- 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 oilMagnesium sulfate~0.4–0.95%
Phenoxyethanol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Propanediol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPropylheptyl caprylate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Propylheptyl caprylateSodium gluconate~0.3–0.75%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.7%
- 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 acetateTridecane~0.2–0.75%
Undecane~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a non-greasy finish on the skin
More about UndecaneVp/hexadecene copolymer~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates a nice product texture and can support water-resistance of sunscreens
More about Vp/hexadecene copolymerWater~0.15–0.6%
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Aloe barbadensis extract, Unknown, Tocopherol, Caprylyl glycol, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Chlorphenesin, Diisostearoyl polyglyceryl-3 dimer dilinoleate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Hydrogenated castor oil, Magnesium sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Potassium sorbate, Propanediol, Propylheptyl caprylate, Sodium gluconate, Tocopheryl acetate, Tridecane, Undecane, Vp/hexadecene copolymer, Water, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Octocrylene, Zinc oxide, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Aloe barbadensis extract, Unknown, Tocopherol, Caprylyl glycol, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Chlorphenesin, Diisostearoyl polyglyceryl-3 dimer dilinoleate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Hydrogenated castor oil, Magnesium sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Potassium sorbate, Propanediol, Propylheptyl caprylate, Sodium gluconate, Tocopheryl acetate, Tridecane, Undecane, Vp/hexadecene copolymer, Water
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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.
| Forever LivingForever Aloe Sunscreen - 2 TubesYOUR PRODUCT | ObagiSun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 - Cool | thinksportKids SPF 50 All Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Spray | Blue LizardSport Sunscreen 30+ SPF | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 24% | 23% | 22% |
| Price | — | $60.00 | $15.56 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Butyloctyl Salicylate | Bisabolol | Beeswax |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
The ingredient list suggests that "Forever Living - Forever Aloe Sunscreen - 2 Tubes" can provide reliable sun protection. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (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).
Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.
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: octisalate, homosalate and octocrylene. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses zinc oxide.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this product 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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- 6Safety Assessment of Magnesium Sulfate as Used in Cosmeticsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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