It'S SKIN Tiger Cica Green Chill Down Sun Gel
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Sun protectionSPF 50 · 7 UV filtersBroad spectrum
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.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Centella asiatica extractWorks well
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.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · No ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
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).
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-6 stearate + 5 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateHomosalate~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
More about HomosalateButyloctyl salicylate~3.1–3.7%
- 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 salicylateAlcohol denat.~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Ethylhexyl salicylate~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateDiethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoateGlycerin~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPropanediol~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDiphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help improve the product's texture
More about Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethiconePhenethyl benzoate~0.65–0.95%
Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazinePolysilicone-15~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays, but does not protect against the most aging UVA light
More about Polysilicone-15Polyglyceryl-6 stearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-6 stearate1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.45%
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCentella asiatica extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractHouttuynia cordata extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractSalvia officinalis leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractNylon-12~0.2–0.4%
C20-22 alkyl phosphate~0.15–0.3%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerHydroxyacetophenone~0.15–0.3%
Polyglyceryl-6 behenate~0.15–0.3%
Tromethamine~0.15–0.25%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.2–0.4%
- 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 triglycerideHydrogen~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a silky product texture and add volume to products
More about Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymerButylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
C20-22 alcohols~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.1–0.2%
Piroctone olamine~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Homosalate, Butyloctyl salicylate, Alcohol denat., Ethylhexyl salicylate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Phenethyl benzoate, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Polysilicone-15, Polyglyceryl-6 stearate, 1,2-hexanediol, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Centella asiatica extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Nylon-12, C20-22 alkyl phosphate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglyceryl-6 behenate, Tromethamine, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hydrogen, Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer, Butylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, C20-22 alcohols, Disodium edta, Piroctone olamine, Limonene
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| It'S SKINTiger Cica Green Chill Down Sun GelYOUR PRODUCT | Make P:remUV Defense Me. Blue Ray Sun Gel SPF50+ PA++++ | ISNTREEHyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel SPF50+ PA++++ | OrjenaAqua UV Perfect Sun Gel SPF50+ PA++++ | |
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| Match | — | 44% | 43% | 41% |
| Price | $18.54 | $31.90+$13.36 | $12.25−$6.29 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 7 of 10 | 6 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
We believe that "It'S SKIN - Tiger Cica Green Chill Down Sun Gel" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. These are the sun protection ingredients in this sunscreen: tinosorb s 0.65% - 1.00%, butyloctyl salicylate 3.10% - 3.70%, uvinul a plus 2.20% - 2.70%, octinoxate 5.80% - 7.10%, octisalate 2.50% - 3.10%, homosalate 4.30% - 5.30% and polysilicone-15 0.55% - 0.80%.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 18.54$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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