FOTOPROTECTOR Compact Light
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 3 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.
Evens skin toneSide benefit the brand mentions · No ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
“tono de piel natural y unificado”
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-agingSide benefit · No ingredient credited for this claimWorks 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.
MoisturizingSide benefit · C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 4 moreWorks
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, simmondsia chinensis 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?
Irritancy6 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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C12-15 alkyl benzoate~23–34%
- 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 benzoateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~6.5–9.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideTitanium dioxide~5.6–8.5%
- 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 dioxideZinc oxide~4.9–7.3%
- 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 oxideCi 77891~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Synthetic wax~2.6–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxButyloctyl salicylate~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own
More about Butyloctyl salicylateC10-18 triglycerides~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
More about C10-18 triglyceridesPolyhydroxystearic acid~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidSilica~1.4–2%
Lauroyl lysine~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysineEuphorbia cerifera wax~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77492~0.85–1.25%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.85–1.3%
- 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 oilTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneCi 77491~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Aluminum hydroxide~0.55–1.25%
- 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 hydroxidePolyglyceryl-2 tetraisostearate~0.45–1.1%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.35–0.85%
- 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 acetatePentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateCi 77499~0.2–0.75%
Dunaliella salina extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A green micro-algae extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid evidence is lacking. It helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Dunaliella salina extractBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholIngredient list view
C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, Ci 77891, Synthetic wax, Butyloctyl salicylate, C10-18 triglycerides, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Silica, Lauroyl lysine, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Ci 77492, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ci 77491, Aluminum hydroxide, Polyglyceryl-2 tetraisostearate, Tocopheryl acetate, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Ci 77499, Dunaliella salina extract, Benzyl alcohol
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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.
| FOTOPROTECTORCompact LightYOUR PRODUCT | Larkly30 SPF Mineral Powder Sunscreen | Derma ESun Protection Mineral Powder SPF 30 | BabyganicsKids Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 50+ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | — | — | $23.95 | $9.78 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide 1 | Ceramide Np | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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