Mara Beauty Algae and Zinc Sea Kale Suncreen Sérum
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0 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 1 UV filter · Broad spectrumWeak protectionLow filter 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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Rubus idaeus seed oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil + 1 moreModerate evidence
This product contains antioxidants (rubus idaeus seed oil) 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.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Cannabis sativa seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil + 6 moreGood evidence
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus 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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Linalool + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Moringa oleifera seed oil~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilVitis vinifera seed oil~8.7–13.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilZinc oxide~4.1–6.2%
- 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 oxideLinum usitatissimum seed oil~2.5–3.8%
Rubus idaeus seed oil~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Rubus idaeus seed oilCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.9–2.9%
- 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 triglycerideCannabis sativa seed oil~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Cannabis sativa seed oilPersea gratissima oil~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidCitrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilAlaria esculenta extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a humectant helping to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be effective as an anti-oxidant.
More about Alaria esculenta extractAster tripolium extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Crambe maritima leaf extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalool~0.05–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Moringa oleifera seed oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Zinc oxide, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cannabis sativa seed oil, Persea gratissima oil, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Alaria esculenta extract, Aster tripolium extract, Crambe maritima leaf extract, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol
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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.
| Mara BeautyAlgae and Zinc Sea Kale Suncreen SérumYOUR PRODUCT | Mara BeautyMara Algae + Zinc Sea Kale Sunscreen Serum SPF30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% |
| Price | $60.16 | $61.49+$1.33 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | — |
| Irritancy | High | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
"MARA - Algae and Zinc Sea Kale Suncreen Sérum" uses a single UV filter (zinc oxide) in a relatively low concentration and might not be able to provide reliable sun protection.
It should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen 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
We assess the overall irritancy of it 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.
Price
The product retails for 45.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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