PRODUCT REVIEW

Hyfac Clarifac Dark Spot Care SPF30

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Sun protection
Evens skin tone
Anti-aging
Moisturizing

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Key actives

Tocopherol 0.3% - 0.6%Butyrospermum parkii butter 0.55% - 0.8%

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Product summary

Based on the ingredient list, we assess that "Hyfac - Clarifac Dark Spot Care SPF30" 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).

As a plus, this sunscreen uses some of the new generation UV filters (Tinosorb M). These filters are more stable and more gentle on the skin.

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.

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. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: tinosorb s 2.10% - 2.60%, tinosorb m 3.20% - 4.00% and octocrylene 4.90% - 5.90%.

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 sunscreen 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.

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What can the product work for?

Sun protection

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.

octocrylene 4.9% - 5.9%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen

methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol 3.2% - 4%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Tinosorb M. A UV filter. Is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It also provides some protection against visible light. It is photostable and can also be used to improve photostability of other sunscreen ingredients. Its physical properties help to create lightweight sunscreen formulations. It can leave a slight white cast. Unfortunately, it is not approved by the FDA (US) yet

bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 2.1% - 2.6%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

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.

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

Clarifac Dark Spot Care SPF30

Source: From product name

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).

ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate 0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)

Anti-aging

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.

algae extract 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate 0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

tocopherol 0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

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

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Hyfac Clarifac Dark Spot Care SPF30 40ml is a care formulated to blend pigmented spots and give shine.Its moisturizing texture restores the skin?s natural radiance.

Source: Cocoon Center

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: algae extract, 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: dimethicone, squalane.

oleyl erucate 1.3% - 1.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

algae extract 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

dimethicone 0.35% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

tocopherol 0.3% - 0.6%

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Works for: Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging, Anti-inflammatory, Moisturizing

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

butyrospermum parkii butter 0.55% - 0.8%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Anti-oxidation

A 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

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Potential irritants

coco-glucoside 0.7% - 1%

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Works for: Cleansing

Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating

lilium candidum flower extract 0.35% - 0.65%

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Used as a fragrance

Comodogenic ingredients

cetearyl alcohol 1.1% - 1.3%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

isopropyl isostearate 0.55% - 0.8%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

octocrylene 4.9% - 5.9%

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Works for: Sun protection

dicaprylyl carbonate 4.2% - 5.2%

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Works for: Moisturizing

Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin

Ingredient list view

Water, Octocrylene, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Glycerin, Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Pentylene glycol, Oleyl erucate, Cetearyl alcohol, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Coco-glucoside, Maris aqua, Sea water, Isopropyl isostearate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Algae extract, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Lilium candidum flower extract, Prunus cerasifera flower extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Decyl glucoside, Diphenyl dimethicone, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Squalane, Xanthan gum, Dimethicone, Stearic acid, Polysorbate 60, Alumina, Propylene glycol, Parfum, Sorbitan stearate, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Citric acid, O-cymen-5-ol, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate

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WIMJ similarity score		39%	37%	37%	37%	35%	35%	35%	34%	34%	33%
SPF	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	algae extract bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +10 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine cyclopentasiloxane +5 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane caprylic/capric triglyceride +2 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine cyclopentasiloxane +4 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane ectoin +3 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine cyclopentasiloxane +3 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane caprylic/capric triglyceride +4 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine cyclopentasiloxane +3 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane glycyrrhetinic acid	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine butyrospermum parkii butter +4 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane diethylhexyl butamido triazone +4 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine dimethicone +2 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane ethylhexyl triazone +2 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine glycerin +1 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane diethylhexyl butamido triazone +1 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine glycerin +3 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +4 more	Common: butyrospermum parkii butter cyclopentasiloxane +5 more Other: panthenol bisabolol +3 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine glycerin +4 more Other: madecassic acid ascorbyl glucoside +9 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM
Potential Irritants	parfum Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +14 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +10 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +11 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +12 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +12 more	pullulan Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +12 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? coco-glucoside Has skin benefit? +15 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +11 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +16 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? silver chloride Has skin benefit? +11 more	parfum Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +19 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +27 more	water Has skin benefit? dicaprylyl carbonate Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? dicaprylyl carbonate Has skin benefit? +35 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +29 more	water Has skin benefit? dicaprylyl carbonate Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +31 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl salicylate Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +41 more

PRODUCT REVIEW

Hyfac Clarifac Dark Spot Care SPF30

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Sun protection

Evens skin tone

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Anti-aging

Moisturizing

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