
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.
“The sweat-resistant formula is infused with panthenol, hyaluronic acid and bambusa vulgaris water to hydrate and soothe irritated skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": fructooligosaccharides, fructose.
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
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.
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).
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
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Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Dibutyl adipateHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolWorks 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 dioxideForms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateUvinul 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 benzoateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolA 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 PolymethylsilsesquioxaneUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolA plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractPlant extract that has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Thymus vulgaris leaf extractOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTinosorb 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 triazineHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateUvinul 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
More about Ethylhexyl triazoneHelps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerA UV filter. Effective against UVB rays, but does not protect against the most aging UVA light
More about Polysilicone-15Ecamsule, Mexoryl SX. A UV filter. Is effective mostly against the UVA rays. It is legally marketed in the US with the FDA approval since 2006, even though the ingredient is not on the official FDA list of the approved sunscreen active ingredients. It is photostable
More about Terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acidHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidHelps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateIs 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 hydroxideHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseUsed 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 glycolHelp attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateHelps create a thicker product formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose stearoxy etherUsed to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylatePure 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 TocopherolHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSoftens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholWater, Dibutyl adipate, Dipropylene glycol, Propanediol, Titanium dioxide, Isononyl isononanoate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Panthenol, Phenethyl benzoate, 1,2-hexanediol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Pentylene glycol, Bambusa vulgaris water, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Mentha suaveolens leaf extract, Thymus vulgaris leaf extract, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Polysilicone-15, Terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid, Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Sodium acrylates crosspolymer-2, Tromethamine, Aluminum hydroxide, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Stearic acid, Glucose, Butylene glycol, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose stearoxy ether, Sodium polyacrylate, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Ectoin, Behenyl alcohol, Disodium edta
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| KAINEGreen Fit Pro Sun SPF 50+ SunscreenYOUR PRODUCT | the Torriden StoreDive-In Low Molecular Hyaluronic Watery Sun Serum PA++++ SPF50+ | innisfreeGreen Tea Hyaluronic Hydrating Sun Serum SPF50 Sérum Solaire | ROUND LAB1025 Dokdo Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 56% | 53% |
| Price | $10.54 | $23.39+$12.85 | $24.00+$13.46 | $19.60+$9.06 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 11 of 20 | 12 of 20 | 11 of 20 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Madecassoside | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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The ingredient list suggests that "KAINE - Green Fit Pro Sun SPF 50+ Sunscreen" can provide reliable sun protection. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: tinosorb s, uvinul a plus, uvinul t, polysilicone-15 and terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 10.54$ in the United States.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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