
This product does not offer sun protection, or it is very low.
“Borage Anti Shine Moisturizer For Mens Skin SPF 6”
This product contains vitis vinifera seed extract. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
“Borage Anti Shine Moisturizer For Mens Skin SPF 6”
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:
arginine, glycerin.
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: arginine, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
This product contains antioxidants (vitis vinifera seed extract) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).


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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 methoxycinnamateTraditionally 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 juiceHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's texture
More about C12-16 alcoholsUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolHelps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneSoftens 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 oilA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholOne 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 GlycerinPlant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidBeing 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 palmitateA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholA plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilUsed 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 glycolA fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalA 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 extractHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHelps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinA preservative. Is more irritating than many other preservatives available
More about Imidazolidinyl ureaAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneUsed to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIs used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections
More about Polymethyl methacrylatePure 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 TocopherolA plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Vitis vinifera seed extractWater, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, C12-16 alcohols, Pentylene glycol, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Palmitic acid, Parfum, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Alcohol, Arginine, Ascorbic acid, Ascorbyl palmitate, Benzyl alcohol, Borago officinalis seed oil, Butylene glycol, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Centella asiatica extract, Cetearyl glucoside, Citral, Citric acid, Citronellol, Coumarin, Hexyl cinnamal, Hydrogenated lecithin, Imidazolidinyl urea, Lactic acid, Lecithin, Limonene, Linalool, Peg-8, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Phenoxyethanol, Polymethyl methacrylate, Potassium sorbate, Spirulina maxima extract, Tocopherol, Vitis vinifera seed extract
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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.
| KORRESBorage Anti Shine Moisturizer For Mens Skin SPF 6YOUR PRODUCT | Soleil ToujoursOrganic Sheer Sunscreen Mist SPF 15 | Solar SenseClear Zinc Advanced Sunscreen Stick For Face & Lips SPF 50 | Swiss BotanyDay Protect SPF 22 Daily Sun Protectant for Aging Skin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 66% | 66% | 66% |
| Price | — | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Bisabolol | Retinyl Palmitate | Hexapeptide-3 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 6 | SPF 15 | SPF 50 | SPF 22 |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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"KORRES - Borage Anti Shine Moisturizer For Mens Skin SPF 6" does not provide enough UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage the skin, leading to early signs of aging and pigmentation issues.
Because it includes good moisturizing ingredients, it can also work as a hydrating day cream.
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: octinoxate 5.40% - 6.60%.
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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.
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "KORRES" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
The product retails for 25.00€ in Greece.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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