PRODUCT REVIEW
Indie Lee Daily SPF 50 Primer
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Sun protection
zinc oxide
12%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Mineral
A 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
iron oxides
0.05% -
0.15%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
The perfect way to prep your face, this SPF primer melts into skin, leaving every shade of complexion a golden veil of SPF 50 that smoothes uneven skin tone.
niacinamide
1% -
1.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture.
The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Allantoin soothes and moisturizes the skin, while Rosemary Leaf Extract and Vitamin E Oil deliver a rush of antioxidants, leaving skin with a soft, fresh finish, the ultimate skincare finale.
jojoba esters
2.9% -
4.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
caprylic/capric triglyceride
4.1% -
6.1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
niacinamide
1% -
1.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture.
The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
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Anti-blemish
niacinamide
1% -
1.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture.
The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
0.15% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
allantoin
0.2% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
Anti-aging
niacinamide
1% -
1.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture.
The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
tocopherol
0.15% -
0.7%
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
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Sun protection | |
| Moisturizing | |
| Evens skin tone |
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
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
0.15% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
phenylpropanol
0.1% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation
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Comodogenic ingredients
No comodogenic ingredients detected
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
niacinamide
1% -
1.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Evens skin tone,
Anti-aging,
Moisturizing,
Reduces irritation,
Reduces redness,
Antibacterial,
Anti-inflammatory
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture.
The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
allantoin
0.2% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Moisturizing,
Reduces redness,
Anti-blemish,
Reduces irritation,
Exfoliation
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
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Potential irritants
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
0.15% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
phenylpropanol
0.1% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation
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Comodogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
c12-15 alkyl benzoate
5.4% -
8.1%
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
caprylic/capric triglyceride
4.1% -
6.1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
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
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Ingredient list view
Water, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Jojoba esters, Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, Propanediol, Tridecyl salicylate, Methylheptyl isostearate, Niacinamide, Nylon-12, Methylpropanediol, Silica, Coco-caprylate, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Oryza sativa bran extract, Helianthus annuus extract, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Sodium chloride, Caprylyl glycol, Lecithin, Phenylpropanol, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Sodium hydroxide, Iron oxides, Zinc oxide
Sources
- Niacinamide - mechanisms of action and its topical use in dermatology
- Gehring, W. (2004). Nicotinic acid/niacinamide and the skin. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 3(2), 88–93. doi:10.1111/j.1473-2130.2004.00115.x
- Profile of wound healing process induced by allantoin
- α-(-)-Bisabolol Reduces Pro-Inflammatory Cytokine Production and Ameliorates Skin Inflammation
- Vitamin E in dermatology
- Vitamin E and Skin Health
- Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gel
- Safety Assessment of Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
- Rosmarinus officinalis Extract Suppresses Propionibacterium acnes–Induced Inflammatory Responses
- A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxide
- Risk assessment of zinc oxide, a cosmetic ingredient used as a UV filter of sunscreens
- Characterization of the UVA protection provided by avobenzone, zinc oxide, and titanium dioxide in broad-spectrum sunscreen products
- Ultraviolet Protection Properties of Commercial Sunscreens and Sunscreens Containing Zno Nanorods