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Heliocare Ultra SPF 90 Cream
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Sun protection
titanium dioxide
3.4% -
4.1%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Mineral
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
diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate
5.1% -
6.2%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
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
diethylhexyl butamido triazone
3.7% -
4.5%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
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
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Anti-aging
ferulic acid
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A 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%
Evens skin tone
ferulic acid
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A 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%
polypodium leucotomos leaf extract
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A 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
Anti-oxidation
ferulic acid
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A 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%
camellia sinensis extract
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Sun protection |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
90/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Potential irritants
decyl glucoside
0.45% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Cleansing
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
propylene glycol
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
No comodogenic ingredients detected
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
ferulic acid
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Anti-inflammatory,
Evens skin tone
A 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%
cyclopentasiloxane
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Mattifying
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
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Potential irritants
decyl glucoside
0.45% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Cleansing
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
propylene glycol
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
c12-15 alkyl benzoate
5.8% -
7.1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
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
diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate
5.1% -
6.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
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
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Ingredient list view
Water, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Diethylhexyl butamido triazone, Titanium dioxide, Dipropylene glycol dibenzoate, Isoamyl laurate, Caprylyl methicone, Hexylene glycol, Octyldodecanol, Disiloxane, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Ppg-15 stearyl ether, Disteardimonium hectorite, Di-c12-13 alkyl tartrate, Polysilicone-15, Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Octyldodecyl xyloside, Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, Polypodium leucotomos leaf extract, Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, Ppg-15 stearyl ether benzoate, Caprylyl glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Camellia sinensis extract, Ethylhexyl ferulate, Ferulic acid, Caffeic acid, Disodium edta, Magnesium sulfate, Decyl glucoside, Propylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica silylate, Silica, Parfum, Ci 77492, Ci 77499, Ci 77491, Linalool, Limonene
Sources
- Final report on the safety assessment of PPG-11 and PPG-15 stearyl ethers
- Final report of the cosmetic ingredient review expert panel on the safety assessment of Polyisobutene and Hydrogenated Polyisobutene as used in cosmetics
- Mechanistic insights in the use of a Polypodium leucotomos extract as an oral and topical photoprotective agent
- Ferulic Acid: Therapeutic Potential Through Its Antioxidant Property
- Ferulic acid stabilizes a solution of vitamins C and E and doubles its photoprotection of skin
- Antioxidant Properties of Ferulic Acid and Its Possible Application