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ISDIN Fotoprotector Lotion Spray SPF50

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Sun protection
Evens skin tone
Anti-aging
Moisturizing

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Key actives

Panthenol 0.2% - 0.4%Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 3.4% - 4.2%

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Product summary

Based on the ingredients included, we believe that "ISDIN - Fotoprotector Lotion Spray SPF50" can offer 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).

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 0.80% - 1.15%, avobenzone 3.40% - 4.20%, octisalate 2.50% - 3.10% and uvinul t 1.50% - 1.80%.

Irritation risk

This product contains some common irritants, including those without 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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The product retails for 19.60£ in the United Kingdom.

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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.

butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 3.4% - 4.2%

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

Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.

bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 0.8% - 1.15%

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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.

ethylhexyl triazone 1.5% - 1.8%

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

Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet

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.

tocopherol 0.15% - 0.25%

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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

ascorbyl palmitate 0.05% - 0.1%

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Concentration: Insufficient!

Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.

Evens skin tone

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).

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Isdin Fotoprotector Lotion Spray SPF50 250 ml is a light, moisturizing photoprotective spray for the body.

Source: Cocoon Center

This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, caprylyl glycol.

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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).

glycerin 0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate 0.65% - 1%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin

coco-caprylate/caprate 1.2% - 1.5%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

panthenol 0.2% - 0.4%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Reduces redness, Reduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 3.4% - 4.2%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.

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Potential irritants

isobutane 6% - 7.3%

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zingiber officinale root extract 0.15% - 0.25%

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Works for: Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking

Comodogenic ingredients

We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product

All ingredients

water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

isobutane 6% - 7.3%

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dibutyl adipate 4.2% - 5.1%

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Works for: Moisturizing

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

Ingredient list view

Water, Isobutane, Dibutyl adipate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Isoamyl laurate, Isononyl isononanoate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Trimethylpentanediol/adipic acid/glycerin crosspolymer, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Silica, Pentylene glycol, Glycerin, Unknown, Magnesium sulfate, Sodium chloride, Poly c10-30 alkyl acrylate, Disteardimonium hectorite, Hydroxyacetophenone, Panthenol, Tocopheryl acetate, Caprylyl glycol, Zingiber officinale root extract, Glyceryl stearate, Parfum, Propylene carbonate, Sodium glutamate, Unknown, Tocopherol, Lecithin, Ascorbyl palmitate, Citric acid

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WIMJ similarity score		50%	50%	49%	49%	48%	48%	48%	48%	47%	46%
SPF	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 45	SPF 50
Key ingredients	panthenol butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +5 more	Common: panthenol ethylhexyl triazone +3 more Other: niacinamide dimethicone +5 more	Common: panthenol butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +3 more Other: inulin octocrylene +1 more	Common: panthenol caprylic/capric triglyceride +4 more Other: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate helianthus annuus seed oil +6 more	Common: panthenol bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +3 more Other: phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid	Common: panthenol bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +4 more Other: cyclopentasiloxane diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +6 more	Common: panthenol ethylhexyl triazone +3 more Other: niacinamide phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid	Common: panthenol butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +3 more Other: cocos nucifera fruit extract lactobacillus +1 more	Common: panthenol butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +2 more Other: diethylhexyl butamido triazone dimethicone +3 more	Common: panthenol butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +3 more Other: gluconolactone butyloctyl salicylate +10 more	Common: panthenol ethylhexyl triazone +2 more Other: niacinamide adenosine +7 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW
Potential Irritants	parfum Has skin benefit? zingiber officinale root extract Has skin benefit? +12 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +11 more	disodium edta Has skin benefit? caprylhydroxamic acid Has skin benefit? +9 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +16 more	parfum Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? +12 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +11 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +9 more	citric acid Has skin benefit? tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? +11 more	panax ginseng root extract Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +15 more	polysorbate 60 Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder Has skin benefit? +12 more	ulmus davidiana root extract Has skin benefit? fragaria chiloensis fruit extract Has skin benefit? +13 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? isobutane Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +31 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +20 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +30 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +31 more	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +23 more	water Has skin benefit? isohexadecane Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +30 more	water Has skin benefit? butyloctyl salicylate Has skin benefit? +29 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +42 more

PRODUCT REVIEW

ISDIN Fotoprotector Lotion Spray SPF50

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Sun protection

Anti-aging

Evens skin tone

Moisturizing

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