HARKEN DERM ALL MINERAL SPF 50 SUNSCREEN WITH ANTIOXIDANTS 39.50
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Sun protectionSPF 50 · 2 UV filtersBroad spectrum
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.
It is a mineral sunscreen. In other words, it contains non-organic UV filters. It will probably not sting your eyes but might leave a white cast.
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 toneNot advertised by the brand · HYDROLYZED RICE BRAN EXTRACTWorks 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).
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone crosspolymer + 11 moreWorks
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:
cyclomethicone, 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: methicone, peg-10 dimethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Rosmarinus officinalis extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Cyclomethicone~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeWater~11–16%
Zinc oxide9.3%
- 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 oxideDimethicone crosspolymer9.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerButylene glycol~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolCetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconeTitanium dioxide~2.2–3.2%
- 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 dioxidePolymethylsilsesquioxane4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneCaprylyl trisiloxane~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-10 dimethicone~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss
More about Peg-10 dimethiconeArgania spinosa kernel oil~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilGlycerin~1.1–1.6%
- 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 GlycerinDisteardimonium hectorite~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteIsododecane~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneTocopheryl acetate~0.5–1.2%
- 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 acetatePotassium oxide~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylyl glycol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.95%
Helianthus annuus flower extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hexylene glycol~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolLauryl polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bisabolol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololMethicone~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduces the water loss from the skin surface
More about MethiconePhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPropylene carbonate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateOryza sativa bran~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosmarinus officinalis extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Silica~0.15–0.6%
Sodium chloride~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTocopherol~0.05–0.2%
- 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 TocopherolTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.05–0.15%
- 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneIngredient list view
Cyclomethicone, Water, Zinc oxide, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Butylene glycol, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Titanium dioxide, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Caprylyl trisiloxane, Peg-10 dimethicone, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Glycerin, Disteardimonium hectorite, Isododecane, Tocopheryl acetate, Unknown, Potassium oxide, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Helianthus annuus flower extract, Hexylene glycol, Lauryl polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Bisabolol, Methicone, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene carbonate, Oryza sativa bran, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Silica, Sodium chloride, Tocopherol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane
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| HARKEN DERMALL MINERAL SPF 50 SUNSCREEN WITH ANTIOXIDANTS 39.50YOUR PRODUCT | Nivea JapanSun Protect Water Milk Mild SPF 50+ PA+++ | Radical SkincareUV Skin Perfecting Screen SPF 30 | KoseDr. Phil Cosmetics X-Barrier Skin Protect UV Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ | |
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| Match | — | 41% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | — | $11.60 | $50.49 | $44.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 9 | 6 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Cyclopentasiloxane | Niacinamide | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
The ingredient list suggests that "HARKEN DERM - ALL MINERAL SPF 50 SUNSCREEN WITH ANTIOXIDANTS 39.50" 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).
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day.
Sunscreen filters
This product is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for sun protection. Both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide almost never irritate even the most sensitive skin and eyes, but can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This sunscreen contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it 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 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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