Green People Age Defy+ Tinted DD Moisturiser SPF15 - Light
Works for
1 of 4 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 15 · 1 UV filter · Partial spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
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.
Moisturizing19 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Age Defy+ Tinted DD Moisturiser SPF15 .”
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:
galactoarabinan, glycerin.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, cocos nucifera oil.
Evens skin tone1 ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“Its easy-to-blend texture corrects colour imperfections, reducing redness and balancing out sallowness, whilst its dose of stem cell derived Sea Fennel actively stimulates cell renewal to reduce the look of age spots, brighten and firm the skin.”
This product contains ingredients () that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
The biggest effect for evening out skin tone in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations. This is why sun protection is the best strategy for maintaining an even skin tone. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Anti-aging4 ingredients credited for this claimLimited support
“Perfect the look of your skin with Green People Age Defy+ Tinted DD Moisturiser SPF15 in ' Light ', the UK's first certified organic daily defence moisturiser that works to fight ageing whilst evening out skin's tone.”
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.This ingredient - magnesium aluminum silicate - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
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?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Aroma + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Titanium dioxide~7.5–9.2%
- 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 dioxideIsoamyl laurate~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
More about Isoamyl lauratePrunus amygdalus dulcis seed~3.4–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedHamamelis virginiana water~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~2.3–2.9%
- 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 oilCetearyl olivate~2–2.4%
Glycerin~1.7–2.1%
- 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 GlycerinSorbitan olivate~1.3–1.6%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.2–1.5%
- 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 triglycerideDicaprylyl carbonate~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateLauryl olivate~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.7–1.1%
- 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 butterPolyglyceryl-2 caprate~0.65–1%
Benzyl alcohol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateMagnesium aluminum silicate~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateCetyl palmitate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateSorbitan palmitate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulation
More about Sorbitan palmitateSucrose stearate~0.55–0.85%
Stearic acid~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAlumina~0.65–0.95%
- 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
More about AluminaTriticum vulgare starch~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium dehydroacetate~0.3–0.6%
Xanthan gum~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAroma~0.5–0.75%
Tocopherol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 TocopherolGlyceryl caprylate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateSqualane~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneZea mays starch~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchCrithmum maritimum callus culture filtrate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant cell extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Crithmum maritimum callus culture filtrateDehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%
Galactoarabinan~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GalactoarabinanSodium phytate~0.5–0.7%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.5–0.75%
- 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 oilSodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateElaeis guineensis oil~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Elaeis guineensis oilGossypium herbaceum seed oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Cottonseed oil. It is used as an emollient and occlusive in products. It is rich palmitic, oleic acid, and linoleic fatty acids.
More about Gossypium herbaceum seed oilCocos nucifera oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilBidens pilosa extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linum usitatissimum seed oil~0.45–0.65%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Gardenia taitensis flower extract~0.45–0.7%
Lactic acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidCitronellol~0.4–0.6%
Geraniol~0.4–0.6%
Limonene~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.35–0.6%
Ci 77891~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.5–0.75%
- 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 dioxideCi 77492~0.3–0.55%
Iron oxides~0.25–0.45%
- 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 oxidesCi 77491~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Iron oxides~0.2–0.35%
- 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 oxidesCi 77499~0.2–0.35%
Iron oxides~0.15–0.25%
- 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 oxidesIngredient list view
Water, Titanium dioxide, Isoamyl laurate, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Hamamelis virginiana water, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Cetearyl olivate, Glycerin, Sorbitan olivate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Lauryl olivate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Polyglyceryl-2 caprate, Benzyl alcohol, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Cetyl palmitate, Sorbitan palmitate, Sucrose stearate, Stearic acid, Alumina, Triticum vulgare starch, Sodium dehydroacetate, Xanthan gum, Aroma, Tocopherol, Glyceryl caprylate, Squalane, Zea mays starch, Crithmum maritimum callus culture filtrate, Dehydroacetic acid, Galactoarabinan, Sodium phytate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Elaeis guineensis oil, Gossypium herbaceum seed oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Bidens pilosa extract, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Gardenia taitensis flower extract, Lactic acid, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77492, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Iron oxides, Ci 77499, Iron oxides, Unknown
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Product summary
We do not recommend "Green People - Age Defy+ Tinted DD Moisturiser SPF15 - Light" because it does not provide good UVA protection. UVA sun rays don't burn the skin, but they still lead to photoaging and hyperpigmentation.
It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product.
Sunscreen filters
This moisturizer is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide for sun protection. Titanium dioxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. 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.
Price
The product retails for 64.80CA$ in Canada and for 37.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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