LANEIGE BB Cushion Hydra Radiance SPF 50
Works for
3 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 3 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.
Moisturizing14 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“BB Cushion Hydra Radiance SPF 50”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: dimethicone, peg-10 dimethicone.
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin tone4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Exclusive Melacrusher™ brightening technology evens skin and creates a flawless complexion.”
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).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
This product can also 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.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cyclopentasiloxane~5.9–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneZinc oxide9.8%
- 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 oxideCi 77947~4.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~3.8–4.7%
- 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 methoxycinnamatePeg-10 dimethicone~2.8–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss
More about Peg-10 dimethiconeCyclohexasiloxane~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxanePhenyl trimethicone~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeIron oxides~1.6–2%
- 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 oxidesCi 77492~1.3–1.6%
Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprateNiacinamide~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideLauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeAcrylates/ethylhexyl acrylate/dimethicone methacrylate copolymer~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~1.1–1.3%
- 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 dioxideCi 77891~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Iron oxides~0.9–1.1%
- 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 oxidesCi 77491~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Butylene glycol~0.65–0.95%
- 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 glycolSodium chloride~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideIron oxides~0.7–1%
- 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 oxidesCi 77499~0.6–0.95%
Aluminum hydroxide~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is 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 hydroxideHdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a silky product texture and add volume to products
More about Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymerStearic acid~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilanePhenoxyethanol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumDisteardimonium hectorite~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteCaprylyl glycol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolYeast extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractAcrylates/stearyl acrylate/dimethicone methacrylate copolymer~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethicone~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeTrimethylsiloxysilicate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a nice product consistency and support the delivery of other ingredients
More about TrimethylsiloxysilicatePolysorbate 80~0.5–0.75%
Disodium edta~0.45–0.7%
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps 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 lecithinDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerMica~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaSilica~0.55–0.8%
1,2-hexanediol~0.3–0.6%
Polypropylsilsesquioxane~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chenopodium quinoa seed extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Chenopodium quinoa seed extractMagnesium sulfate~0.3–0.55%
Calcium chloride~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a thicker product consistency. Might be irritating
More about Calcium chlorideCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can 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 extractManganese sulfate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zinc sulfate~0.1–0.25%
Ascorbyl glucoside~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideIngredient list view
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc oxide, Ci 77947, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Peg-10 dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Phenyl trimethicone, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Niacinamide, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Acrylates/ethylhexyl acrylate/dimethicone methacrylate copolymer, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Butylene glycol, Sodium chloride, Iron oxides, Ci 77499, Aluminum hydroxide, Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer, Stearic acid, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Disteardimonium hectorite, Caprylyl glycol, Yeast extract, Acrylates/stearyl acrylate/dimethicone methacrylate copolymer, Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Polysorbate 80, Disodium edta, Hydrogenated lecithin, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Mica, Silica, 1,2-hexanediol, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Chenopodium quinoa seed extract, Magnesium sulfate, Calcium chloride, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Manganese sulfate, Zinc sulfate, Ascorbyl glucoside
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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.
| LANEIGEBB Cushion Hydra Radiance SPF 50YOUR PRODUCT | Doctor.GBrightening UP Sun Plus SPF50+ PA+++ | KARADIUMSnail Repair Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ | SkinMedicaEssential Defense Everyday Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 47 Sunscreen | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 93% | 87% | 86% |
| Price | $36.00 | $16.75−$19.25 | $11.44−$24.56 | $40.00+$4.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 12 | 7 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract | Adenosine | Knotgrass Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 47 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
We assess that "LANEIGE - BB Cushion Hydra Radiance SPF 50" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredient list. 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 has an anti-aging benefit.
Sunscreen filters
This is a "mixed" sunscreen in the sense that it uses both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") sun filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: octinoxate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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