innisfree Truecare Non-Nano Sunscreen SPF48 PA+++
Works for
0 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 48 · 1 UV filter · Partial spectrumWeak protectionLow filter dose
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
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.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimLimited evidence
“• Formulated with 91% natural ingredients & Madecassoside for a healthy-looking complexion • Non-greasy, light-weight texture with peachy tone base helps even skin tone & other imperfections • Water-based formula gives your skin a boost of hydration • Free of Mineral Oil, Animal ingredients, Imidazolidinyl Urea & fragrance • Non-comedogenic & suitable for sensitive skin”
This product contains ingredients () that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
The biggest effect for evening out skin tone in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations. This is why sun protection is the best strategy for maintaining an even skin tone. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Saccharide hydrolysate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 4 moreGood evidence
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:
saccharide hydrolysate, butylene glycol.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, pentylene glycol.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolTitanium dioxide~4–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Titanium dioxideButylene glycol~3–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used 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 glycolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.6–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCaprylyl methicone~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methicone1,2-hexanediol~0.95–1.45%
Pentylene glycol~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPolyhydroxystearic acid~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerAlumina~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The 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 AluminaStearic acid~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidSaccharide hydrolysate~0.35–0.85%
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcellulosePolyacrylic acid~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cyclohexanol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Titanium dioxide, Butylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Caprylyl methicone, 1,2-hexanediol, Pentylene glycol, Unknown, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Alumina, Stearic acid, Saccharide hydrolysate, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Polyacrylic acid, Unknown, Cyclohexanol, Unknown
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Product summary
"innisfree - Truecare Non-Nano Sunscreen SPF48 PA+++" does not provide enough UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage the skin, leading to early signs of aging and pigmentation issues.
This sunscreen should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day.
Sunscreen filters
It is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide for sun protection. Titanium dioxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This product does not contain known common irritants and is suitable for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be low. 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "innisfree" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 2 studies and safety reviews.
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