Lancaster Golden Tan Maximizer After Sun Oil
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingMauritia flexuosa fruit oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 3 moreGood evidence
“This sublimating after-sun oil contains soothing and hydrating complexes to help your skin's natural recovery process after sun exposure.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, macadamia integrifolia seed oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Dimethylmethoxy chromanol, Bisabolol + 1 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (dimethylmethoxy chromanol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · No ingredient credited for this claimModerate evidence
This product contains dimethylmethoxy chromanol. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower extract, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Isopropyl palmitate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateIsononyl isononanoate~5.4–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms 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 isononanoateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4.8–7.2%
- 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 triglycerideSilica dimethyl silylate~3.8–5.7%
Bisabolol~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololBixa orellana seed extract~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calcium sodium borosilicate~1.5–2.3%
Calendula officinalis flower extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractDimethylmethoxy chromanol~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Dimethylmethoxy chromanolMacadamia integrifolia seed oil~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Macadamia integrifolia seed oilMauritia flexuosa fruit oil~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Mauritia flexuosa fruit oilMica~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaSilica~0.6–1.35%
Tin oxide~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideParfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCi 61565~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 26100~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Iron oxides~0.1–0.3%
- 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 oxidesTitanium dioxide~0.1–0.3%
- 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 dioxideIngredient list view
Isopropyl palmitate, Isononyl isononanoate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Silica dimethyl silylate, Bisabolol, Bixa orellana seed extract, Calcium sodium borosilicate, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Dimethylmethoxy chromanol, Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Mauritia flexuosa fruit oil, Mica, Silica, Tin oxide, Parfum, Ci 61565, Ci 26100, Iron oxides, Titanium dioxide
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
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