Hei Poa Sublime Suncare Cream Face SPF50+
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 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-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
“Hei Poa Sublime Suncare Cream Face SPF50+ 50ml is a very high protection sun care (SFP50+) for the face, revitalizing and anti-ageing.With Tahitian Monoi AO, it moisturizes the upper layers of the epidermis while protecting the face from the sun's rays.”
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 toneNot advertised by the brand · No ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
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 · 10 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
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:
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Gardenia taitensis flower extract, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dicaprylyl carbonate~5.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateDiethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoateTriethyl citrate~2.9–3.6%
Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.
More about Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazineCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.2–2.7%
- 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 triglycerideDiethylhexyl butamido triazone~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Uvasorb HEB. A UV filter. Is effective against UVB and UVA II rays (but not UVA I). It is photostable. Unfortunately, is not approved by FDA (US) yet
More about Diethylhexyl butamido triazoneGlycerin~1.5–1.8%
- 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 GlycerinOryza sativa starch~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated dimer dilinoleyl/dimethylcarbonate copolymer~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAmylopectin~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
C20-22 alkyl phosphate~0.45–0.7%
Potassium cetyl phosphate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateC20-22 alcohols~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cocos nucifera oil~0.3–0.55%
- 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 oilC12-15 alkyl benzoate~0.35–0.6%
- 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 benzoate1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.5%
Amylose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gardenia taitensis flower extract~0.2–0.4%
Glyceryl stearate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateGlycine soja oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilHydroxyacetophenone~0.2–0.35%
Medicago sativa extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Medicago sativa extractParfum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ensulizole. A UV filter that is effective against UVB rays. Does not protect against UVA light. It is photostable and can be used to help stabilize other sunscreen ingredients. It is water-soluble meaning that it can help create lighter sunscreen formulations
More about Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acidPolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sesamum indicum seed oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilTocopherol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolTyrosine~0.15–0.3%
Xanthan gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.25%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Triethyl citrate, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Diethylhexyl butamido triazone, Glycerin, Oryza sativa starch, Hydrogenated dimer dilinoleyl/dimethylcarbonate copolymer, Propanediol, Amylopectin, C20-22 alkyl phosphate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, C20-22 alcohols, Cocos nucifera oil, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, 1,2-hexanediol, Amylose, Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil, Gardenia taitensis flower extract, Glyceryl stearate, Glycine soja oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Medicago sativa extract, Parfum, Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Tocopherol, Tyrosine, Xanthan gum, Sodium hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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Product summary
We believe that "Hei Poa - Sublime Suncare Cream Face SPF50+" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because 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. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. These are the sun protection ingredients in this sunscreen: tinosorb s 3.20% - 3.90%, uvinul a plus 4.60% - 5.60% and uvasorb heb 2.20% - 2.70%.
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 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.
Price
The product retails for 9.96£ 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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