Karmameju Face Cream, SPF50, Perfume-free
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Sun protectionSPF 50 · 1 UV filter · Broad spectrumWeak protectionLow zinc dose
This product uses a single UV filter (zinc oxide) in a relatively low concentration and might not be able to provide a reliable sun protection.
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.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Coco-caprylate/caprate, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 13 moreWorks
“Fragrance-free, deeply hydrating face cream with high SPF based on a mineral sun filter that does not clog pores.”
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:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Zinc oxide~12–15%
- 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 oxideAloe barbadensis leaf extract~5.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractCoco-caprylate/caprate~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateButyrospermum parkii butter~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterOlea europaea fruit extract~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit extractPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilCetyl alcohol~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholPolyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilPolyglyceryl-6 polyhydroxystearate~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 polyhydroxystearateGlycerin~0.75–1.1%
- 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 GlycerinPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidPolyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleateSodium hyaluronate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateVigna aconitifolia seed extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.55–0.85%
- 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 TocopherolLauroyl lysine~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysineSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateLecithin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinAlgin~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginCitric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium dehydroacetate~0.2–0.35%
Maltodextrin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinPropanediol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPhenylpropanol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation
More about PhenylpropanolAscorbyl palmitate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateIngredient list view
Water, Zinc oxide, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Olea europaea fruit extract, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Cetyl alcohol, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Polyglyceryl-6 polyhydroxystearate, Glycerin, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, Sodium hyaluronate, Vigna aconitifolia seed extract, Tocopherol, Lauroyl lysine, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Lecithin, Algin, Citric acid, Sodium dehydroacetate, Maltodextrin, Propanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Phenylpropanol, Ascorbyl palmitate
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| KarmamejuFace Cream, SPF50, Perfume-freeYOUR PRODUCT | SkinCeuticalsPhysical UV Defense SPF 30 Mineral sunscreen for sensitive skin | OlivalSun Mineral KIDS Face Cream SPF 50 | Kopari BeautySundaze Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 30 | |
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| Match | — | 34% | 33% | 32% |
| Price | — | $34.99 | $12.17 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 5 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Artemia Extract | Vitamin C | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Karmameju - Face Cream, SPF50, Perfume-free" uses a single UV filter (zinc oxide) in a relatively low concentration and might not be able to provide reliable sun protection.
It contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream.
Sunscreen filters
This product is a mineral sunscreen. It uses zinc oxide for sun protection. Zinc oxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
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 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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