PRODUCT REVIEW

Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect SPF50+

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Anti-aging
Sun protection
Anti-oxidation
Evens skin tone
Moisturizing

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Key actives

Carnosine 0.2% - 0.4%Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 5.4% - 6.6%

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Product summary

We assess that "Medik8 - Advanced Day Ultimate Protect SPF50+" 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).

Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).

Sunscreen filters

This is a so-called "chemical" sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: tinosorb s 5.40% - 6.60%, uvinul a plus 4.60% - 5.60% and uvinul t 1.80% - 2.20%.

Irritation risk

We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen 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.

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The product retails from 42.91£ up to 59.00£ in the United Kingdom, for 103.30CA$ in Canada and for 116.82A$ in Australia.

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What can the product work for?

Sun protection

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.

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.

bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 5.4% - 6.6%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.

diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate 4.6% - 5.6%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet

ethylhexyl triazone 1.8% - 2.2%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Plus, it helps to resist sun-induced premature signs of ageing.

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This product can 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.

These ingredients in the product might also be helpful for reducing and preventing fine lines, wrinkles, and skin elasticity, even though there is no conclusive evidence for their effectiveness: carnosine.

carnosine 0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage

Evens skin tone

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).

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Advanced Day Ultimate Protect SPF50+

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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, carnosine.

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, squalane.

glycerin 2.4% - 2.9%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

arginine 0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An 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

squalane 0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.

Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (carnosine) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

carnosine 0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

carnosine 0.2% - 0.4%

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Works for: Anti-oxidation, Moisturizing, Anti-aging

A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage

bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 5.4% - 6.6%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.

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Potential irritants

coco-glucoside 0.3% - 0.55%

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Works for: Cleansing

Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating

parfum 0.15% - 0.3%

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An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

Comodogenic ingredients

cetearyl alcohol 0.5% - 0.7%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

plankton extract 0.25% - 0.45%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 5.4% - 6.6%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.

diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate 4.6% - 5.6%

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Works for: Sun protection

Ingredient list view

Water, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Dibutyl adipate, Glycerin, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Diisopropyl adipate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer, Isododecane, Vaccinium myrtillus seed oil, Acrylates/c12-22 alkyl methacrylate copolymer, Silica, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Squalane, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Inulin lauryl carbamate, Marrubium vulgare extract, Arginine, Sodium hyaluronate, Lecithin, Xanthan gum, Carnosine, Disodium edta, Coco-glucoside, Citric acid, Benzoic acid, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Plankton extract, Dehydroacetic acid, Parfum, Disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hydroxide, Limonene, Linalool, Citral

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WIMJ similarity score		41%	39%	39%	38%	38%	38%	38%	37%	37%	37%
SPF	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	arginine bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +6 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine carnosine +5 more Other: panthenol caprylic/capric triglyceride +7 more	Common: arginine bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +3 more Other: saccharide isomerate	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +2 more Other: tris-biphenyl triazine	Common: arginine bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +4 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride dimethicone +6 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +4 more Other: panthenol citrulline +5 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +3 more Other: butyrospermum parkii butter caprylic/capric triglyceride +5 more	Common: arginine bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +3 more Other:	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +3 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane caprylic/capric triglyceride +4 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +3 more Other: panthenol caprylic/capric triglyceride +9 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +3 more Other: butyrospermum parkii butter diethylhexyl butamido triazone +3 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW
Potential Irritants	citral Has skin benefit? linalool Has skin benefit? +16 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +11 more	coco-glucoside Has skin benefit? dehydroacetic acid Has skin benefit? +13 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? +13 more	parfum Has skin benefit? sodium laureth sulfate Has skin benefit? +22 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? +18 more	parfum Has skin benefit? coco-glucoside Has skin benefit? +18 more	coco-glucoside Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +13 more	acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer Has skin benefit? ceteareth-12 Has skin benefit? +13 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +15 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? silver chloride Has skin benefit? +11 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine Has skin benefit? +39 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +26 more	water Has skin benefit? diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +50 more	water Has skin benefit? diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +46 more	water Has skin benefit? diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +43 more	water Has skin benefit? coco-caprylate Has skin benefit? +36 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +25 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +26 more

PRODUCT REVIEW

Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect SPF50+

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Irritation risk

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What can the product work for?

Works for

Sun protection

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Evens skin tone

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Anti-oxidation

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