ISNTREE Yam Root Milk Tone Up Sun Cream 50ml
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing17 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“The cream-type formula combines yam root extract with panthenol to keep skin moisturized, while plant-based mucin and Vegan Milk Complex help strengthen the skin barrier.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": sodium hyaluronate, butylene 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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Zinc oxide~11–14%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Zinc oxideCyclohexasiloxane~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneDioscorea japonica root extract~3.7–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butyloctyl salicylate~2.9–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own
More about Butyloctyl salicylatePanthenol~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPropanediol~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDicaprylyl ether~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherIsododecane~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecanePropylheptyl caprylate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Propylheptyl caprylatePolyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Niacinamide~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about NiacinamideCaprylyl methicone~0.6–0.9%
- 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 methiconeTitanium dioxide~0.75–1.15%
- 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 dioxideDisteardimonium hectorite~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteOryza sativa extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractAvena sativa meal extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of oatmeal extract. Helps restore skin barrier and has antioxidant properties
More about Avena sativa meal extractCorchorus olitorius leaf extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Angelica keiskei extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nelumbo nucifera root extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hibiscus esculentus fruit extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals. It can be irritating
More about Hibiscus esculentus fruit extractGlycine max seed extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneMagnesium sulfate~0.35–0.6%
Lauryl polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~0.3–0.6%
Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearatePolymethylsilsesquioxane~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneGlyceryl caprylate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateCaprylyl glycol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAluminum hydroxide~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.6%
Polymethyl methacrylate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections
More about Polymethyl methacrylateAdenosine~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineTocopherol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolButylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 glycolIron oxides~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- 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
More about Iron oxidesCi 77492~0.2–0.35%
Iron oxides~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- 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
More about Iron oxidesCi 77491~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Iron oxides~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- 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
More about Iron oxidesCi 77499~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Zinc oxide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dioscorea japonica root extract, Butyloctyl salicylate, Panthenol, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl ether, Isododecane, Propylheptyl caprylate, Polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Niacinamide, Caprylyl methicone, Titanium dioxide, Disteardimonium hectorite, Oryza sativa extract, Avena sativa meal extract, Corchorus olitorius leaf extract, Angelica keiskei extract, Nelumbo nucifera root extract, Hibiscus esculentus fruit extract, Glycine max seed extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Magnesium sulfate, Lauryl polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, 1,2-hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glyceryl caprylate, Caprylyl glycol, Aluminum hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polymethyl methacrylate, Adenosine, Tocopherol, Butylene glycol, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Iron oxides, Ci 77499
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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.
| ISNTREEYam Root Milk Tone Up Sun Cream 50mlYOUR PRODUCT | 12 GRABSOlibetaine Rich Hyaluron Moist Cream | COSNORIPanthenol Barrier Cream | Milk TouchGreen Apple Collagen Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 84% | 82% |
| Price | $39.00 | $19.80−$19.20 | $16.74−$22.26 | $27.40−$11.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 6 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Betaine | Madecassoside | Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"ISNTREE - Buy Isntree Yam Root Milk Tone Up Sun Cream Australia - Korean Skin Care and Cosmetics" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Panthenol, sodium hyaluronate, butylene glycol and caprylyl glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Propylheptyl caprylate, isododecane, caprylyl glycol, cyclohexasiloxane and dicaprylyl ether in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- Adenosine 0.30% - 0.50%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 2.50% - 3.00%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
Irritation risk
There are actives in this product that can be irritating. 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "ISNTREE" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 29.50A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 21 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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