PRODUCT REVIEW
Meishoku Limo Limo Outdoor UV Gel SPF32 PA+++
Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Sun protection
- Anti-aging
- Evens skin tone
- Moisturizing
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Works for
Sun protection
butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
1.5% -
1.8%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
6.2% -
7.5%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
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
Anti-aging
tocopherol
0.15% -
0.25%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Pure 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
Evens skin tone
stearyl glycyrrhetinate
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A fatty acid derived from licorice. Works as an emollient and can help calm down inflammation
taurine
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Could be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
Moisturizing
squalane
1.3% -
1.6%
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.
dimethicone
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
cyclopentasiloxane
2.4% -
3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
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How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Sun protection |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
90/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 1
Potential irritants
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
6.2% -
7.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
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
chamomilla recutita flower extract
0.65% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
isostearyl isostearate
3.2% -
3.9%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture. It can be comedogenic
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
stearyl glycyrrhetinate
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Evens skin tone,
Moisturizing,
Reduces redness,
Anti-inflammatory
A fatty acid derived from licorice. Works as an emollient and can help calm down inflammation
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Antibacterial,
Anti-oxidation
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
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Potential irritants
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
6.2% -
7.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
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
chamomilla recutita flower extract
0.65% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
isostearyl isostearate
3.2% -
3.9%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture. It can be comedogenic
All ingredients
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
6.2% -
7.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
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
dipropylene glycol
4.4% -
5.3%
Irritation risk:
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
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Ingredient list view
Water, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Dipropylene glycol, Isostearyl isostearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Methyl gluceth-10, Sorbitol, Butylene glycol, Squalane, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Simmondsia chinensis leaf extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Rosa damascena extract, Eucalyptus oil, Cymbopogon martini oil, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Sorbitan isostearate, Stearyl glycyrrhetinate, Menthanediol, Polysorbate 60, Unknown, Acrylates crosspolymer, Ceteth-20, Carbomer, 2-hydroxyethyl acrylate, Unknown, Taurine, Unknown, Dimethicone, Unknown, Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Bht, Disodium edta, Tocopherol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Parfum
Sources
- Dermatology News Commentary: Jojoba
- Jojoba in dermatology: A succinct review
- Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gel
- Safety Assessment of Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
- Rosmarinus officinalis Extract Suppresses Propionibacterium acnes–Induced Inflammatory Responses
- Sorbitan sesquioleate, a common emulsifier in topical corticosteroids, is an important contact allergen