Power Hydrator PLUS Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 + Tinted Moisturizer - Medium

Name: Menaji - Power Hydrator PLUS Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 + Tinted Moisturizer - Medium
Brand: Menaji

SPF 30Efficacy 90/100·Low irritancy ·3 UV filters

Efficacy measures how well the formula delivers the claims the brand advertises · 2 of 2 advertised claims delivered

We believe that "Menaji - Power Hydrator PLUS Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 + Tinted Moisturizer - Medium" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed.

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Product summary

We believe that "Menaji - Power Hydrator PLUS Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 + Tinted Moisturizer - Medium" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because 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).

This moisturizer should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.

Sunscreen filters

This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: octinoxate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses zinc oxide.

Irritation risk

This moisturizer contains actives that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be low. 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.

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.

UV spectrum

UVB290 nmUVA II320 nmUVA I340 nmVisible400 nm+

Octinoxate

Zinc Oxide

FilterCoverageWhat it doesEst. amount

OctinoxateEthylhexyl MethoxycinnamateUVBOctinoxate. 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 irritating7.5%

Zinc Oxide Mineral UVBUVA+Visible Photo-stable 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 colorant7%

Product claims breakdown

Evens skin tone

11 key actives in the formula

Strong evidence

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).

Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateRole: Key activeOctinoxate. 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 irritating7.5%

Zinc oxideRole: Key activeA broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant7%

GlycerinRole: Key activeOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~5.7–7%

Cetearyl alcoholRole: Key activeA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~2.6–3.2%

BeeswaxRole: Key activeForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen~2.2–2.7%

DimethiconeRole: Key activeA 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~1.8–2.2%

CyclomethiconeRole: Key activeA type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer~1.2–1.5%

Diisopropyl adipateRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~1–1.3%

C12-15 alkyl benzoateRole: Key activeEnhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth~0.75–1.15%

Copernicia cerifera waxRole: Key activeHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency~0.8–1.2%

StearoxytrimethylsilaneRole: Key active~0.55–0.85%

Anti-aging

Brand does not advertise this — the formula does

Quiet bonus

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.

Zinc oxideRole: Key activeA broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant7%

GlycerinRole: Key activeOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~5.7–7%

Cetearyl alcoholRole: Key activeA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~2.6–3.2%

CyclomethiconeRole: Key activeA type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer~1.2–1.5%

Diisopropyl adipateRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~1–1.3%

Copernicia cerifera waxRole: Key activeHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency~0.8–1.2%

StearoxytrimethylsilaneRole: Key active~0.55–0.85%

Irritancy

9 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 9 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateOctinoxate. 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 irritatingHigh7.5%

Glyceryl dilaurateHelps oil and water mix togetherLow~3.2–3.9%est.

Hexylene glycolHelps create a more spreadable product textureLow~0.75–1.1%est.

Aluminum starch octenylsuccinateUsed to thicken the product's consistencyLow~0.6–0.9%est.

Vp/eicosene copolymerUsed to improve the product adherence to the skin, for example, to pro-long the protective effect of sunscreens. Can be irritating to very sensitive skinLow~0.6–0.95%est.

Sorbitan tristearateHelps oil and water mix togetherLow~0.55–0.8%est.

Laureth-7Helps oil and water mix togetherLow~0.35–0.6%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeLow~0.2–0.35%est.

PolyacrylamideUsed to improve product texture and help oil and water mix togetherLow~0.25–0.45%est.

Comedogenic

Cetearyl alcohol ~2.6–3.2% — rinse-off or low %

Low risk

We flag 1 ingredient with a low-to-moderate comedogenic rating — at these concentrations, or in rinse-off use, they're unlikely to clog pores for most skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product textureMed~2.6–3.2%est.

~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels