NEOGEN X SUR.MEDIC Day-Light Protection Airy Sunscreen
Works for
2 of 2 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.
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.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
“Evens out skin tone and leaves skin looking more radiant”
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 · 1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
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.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · 9 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
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:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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: persea gratissima fruit extract, isododecane.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy15 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Litsea cubeba fruit oil + 13 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Octocrylene~4.9–6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneHomosalate~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
More about HomosalateIsododecane~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneDipropylene glycol~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolSilica~2.1–2.5%
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane1,2-hexanediol~0.7–1.05%
Octyldodeceth-16~1.2–1.4%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerTromethamine~0.7–1.1%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.6–0.95%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateCoptis japonica extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Butylene glycol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 glycolXanthan gum~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilLitsea cubeba fruit oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
More about Litsea cubeba fruit oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilCitrus aurantifolia oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and sensitizing
More about Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oilCinnamomum camphora bark oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Maltodextrin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinPersea gratissima fruit extract~0.3–0.6%
Oenothera biennis flower extract~0.3–0.6%
Pinus palustris leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ulmus davidiana root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant root extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might have an anti-inflammatory effect and could help neturalize free radicals in skin
More about Ulmus davidiana root extractPueraria lobata root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus limon fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractGlycerin~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinRosa damascena extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractLippia citriodora leaf extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Adansonia digitata leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rubus idaeus fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus fruit extractPortulaca oleracea extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractVaccinium angustifolium fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract tha can have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extractAchillea millefolium extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractArnica montana flower extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractArtemisia capillaris extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Euterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractPhellinus linteus extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractBeta-glucan~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanIngredient list view
Water, Octocrylene, Homosalate, Isododecane, Dipropylene glycol, Silica, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, 1,2-hexanediol, Octyldodeceth-16, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl acetate, Coptis japonica extract, Butylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil, Cinnamomum camphora bark oil, Maltodextrin, Persea gratissima fruit extract, Oenothera biennis flower extract, Pinus palustris leaf extract, Ulmus davidiana root extract, Pueraria lobata root extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Glycerin, Rosa damascena extract, Lippia citriodora leaf extract, Adansonia digitata leaf extract, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, Achillea millefolium extract, Arnica montana flower extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Artemisia capillaris extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Phellinus linteus extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Beta-glucan
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Product summary
We believe that "Neogen - Day-Light Protection Airy Sunscreen" 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).
Because it includes good moisturizing ingredients, it can also work as a hydrating day cream. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: avobenzone 4.70% - 7.00%, homosalate 4.20% - 6.30% and octocrylene 22.00% - 33.00%.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. 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.
Price
The product retails from 5.00A$ up to 45.00A$ in Australia and for 32.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 35 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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