
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
“With a blendable formula, soothe and regenerate the skin whilst increasing firmness to reduce the signs of premature aging and prevent the appearance of skin stress.”
This product contains aspartic acid, centella asiatica leaf extract, serine, threonine. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough 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).
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: hydroxyethyl urea.
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:
alanine, arginine.
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: arginine, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide np


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A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneWorks 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 dioxideOctinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateUsed 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 soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprateA 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 DimethiconeUsed to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TribeheninUsed to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerA silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss
More about Peg-10 dimethiconeA 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 dimethiconeHelps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerA type of silicone that create a smooth product finish and can create an optical soft-focus effect on the skin. Helps to thicken the product consistency
More about Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymerHelp improve the product's texture
More about Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethiconeOne 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 GlycerinA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apAn emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Glycine soja sterolsA type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduces the water loss from the skin surface
More about MethiconeA type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteIs used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateUsed to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideUsed to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl behenateHelps 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 citrateNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineA derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
More about Hydroxyethyl ureaAn amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
More about Aspartic acidNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about PcaHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateA 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 acetateAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreonineAn amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
More about IsoleucineA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product consistency
More about Ethylhexyl isononanoateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a more even product formulation
More about Meadowfoam estolideHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneA type of lipids naturally present in skin. They can be converted to ceramides in skin
More about GlycosphingolipidsA 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 butterHelps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumA red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Titanium dioxide, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Butylene glycol, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Dimethicone, Tribehenin, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, 1,2-hexanediol, Peg-10 dimethicone, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Glycerin, Portulaca oleracea extract, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Ceramide np, Ceramide ap, Alteromonas ferment filtrate, Hydroxypropyl bispalmitamide mea, Glycine soja sterols, Methicone, Disteardimonium hectorite, Propylene carbonate, Sodium chloride, Triethoxysilylethyl polydimethylsiloxyethyl hexyl dimethicone, Glyceryl behenate, Polyglyceryl-6 octastearate, Silica, Isoceteth-10, Sodium citrate, Sodium pca, Sodium lactate, Lecithin, Arginine, Hydroxyethyl urea, Aspartic acid, Pca, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Tocopheryl acetate, Proline, Threonine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Stearic acid, Ethylhexyl isononanoate, Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Meadowfoam estolide, Cetearyl glucoside, Hydrogenated polydecene, Glycosphingolipids, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Ceteareth-20, Glyceryl citrate/lactate/linoleate/oleate, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ci 77492, Ci 77491, Ci 77499, Parfum
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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.
| Holika HolikaHoli Pop BB Cream MatteYOUR PRODUCT | PRIORI SkincareTETRA fx251 Broad Spectrum SPF55 Sunscreen Color Guide | Peter Thomas RothMax Matte Shine Control Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 45 | Conscious ChemistHybrid Lightweight Gel Sunscreen SPF50 PA++++ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 51% | 50% |
| Price | — | — | $34.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 28 | 4 of 28 | 4 of 28 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Eop | Ceramide Eos | Ceramide Eop |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 55 | SPF 45 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: CeraVe Crème Hydratante Visage SPF30Noreva Actipur Anti-Imperfection Sun Care SPF50+ Light Tint
We do not recommend "Holika Holika - Holi Pop BB Cream Matte" because it does not provide good UVA protection. UVA sun rays don't burn the skin, but they still lead to photoaging and hyperpigmentation.
Because it includes good moisturizing ingredients, it can also work as a hydrating day cream.
This is a "mixed" sunscreen in the sense that it uses both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") sun filters. The organic filters in the product are: octinoxate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits 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.
The product retails for 5.35£ in the United Kingdom.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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