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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.
This product contains antioxidants (ferulic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, camellia sinensis extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
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.
These ingredients in the product might also be helpful for reducing and preventing fine lines, wrinkles, and skin elasticity, even though there is no conclusive evidence for their effectiveness: arabidopsis thaliana extract, ferulic acid.
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).
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: dimethicone, ethyl linoleate.
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).
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains ethyl linoleate.
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A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeAn emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneEnhances 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 benzoateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneWorks 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 dioxideA 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 oxideA 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 salicylateThe 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 AluminaUsed to create an even product consistency. Can help boost efficiency of sunscreen filters
More about Styrene/acrylates copolymerA type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeA plant extract that has been shown to be effective in helping boost skin's ability to protect against UV radiation and reduce hyperpigmentation when taken orally. No conclusive evidence for its effectiveness and effective concentration in topical application
More about Polypodium leucotomos leaf extractA potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%
More about Ferulic acidHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolTea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Camellia sinensis extractPlant extract that might be helpful in repairing sun damage but evidence of effectiveness in skin are lacking
More about Arabidopsis thaliana extractA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidImproves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneHelps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconeHelps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation
More about PhenylpropanolUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidA 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 acetateActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolA 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneIs used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateA 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 triglycerideA stable oil-soluble derivative of vitamin B5. It can help support skin barrier and reduce inflammation in skin
More about Panthenyl triacetateUsed 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 glycolHelps reduce acne and blemishes. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce inflammation. Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are lacking
More about Ethyl linoleateUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPure 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 TocopherolHelps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinA red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Water, Dimethicone, Isododecane, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Hydrogenated polydecene, Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, Butyloctyl salicylate, Alumina, Styrene/acrylates copolymer, Phenethyl benzoate, Peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Nylon-12, Polypodium leucotomos leaf extract, Ethylhexyl ferulate, Ferulic acid, Caffeic acid, Physalis angulata extract, Caprylyl glycol, Melanin, Camellia sinensis extract, Arabidopsis thaliana extract, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Isohexadecane, Hydrogen dimethicone, Phenylpropanol, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Magnesium sulfate, Tocopheryl acetate, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Propanediol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Propylene carbonate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Panthenyl triacetate, Butylene glycol, Ethyl linoleate, Oleyl alcohol, Pentylene glycol, Oxothiazolidine, Dipropylene glycol, Sodium citrate, Palmitoyl hydroxypropyltrimonium amylopectin/glycerin crosspolymer, 1,2-hexanediol, Lecithin, Sodium benzoate, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ci 77492, Ci 77491, Ci 77499
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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.
| Heliocare360 Mineral Tolerance Fluid SPF 50YOUR PRODUCT | TotySolaria Mineral SPF 50+ | Cantabria LabsHeliocare 360 Mineral Tolerance Fluid SPF 50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 62% | 61% |
| Price | $29.41 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 12 | 12 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Arginine | — |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop |
The ingredient list suggests that "Heliocare - 360 Mineral Tolerance Fluid SPF 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).
It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.
This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. The organic filters in the product are: butyloctyl salicylate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.
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.
The product retails for 26.99£ in the United Kingdom.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 24 studies and safety reviews.
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