Based on the ingredient list, we assess that "NEOSTRATA - Clarify Sheer Hydration Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF40" can provide reliable sun protection. 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).

It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product. 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. These are the sun protection ingredients in this sunscreen: avobenzone 3.00% (declared), butyloctyl salicylate 4.10% - 6.20%, octinoxate 7.50% (declared) and octisalate 5.00% (declared).

Irritation risk

It contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it 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.

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The product retails for 25.50$ in the United States and from 30.00£ up to 47.73£ in the United Kingdom.

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Anti-blemish
Exfoliation

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.

butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%

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 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

butyloctyl salicylate 4.1% - 6.2%

Irritation risk:

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

A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Patented NeoGlucosamine™ help improve skin density and firmness to smooth wrinkles from the inside.

Source: Lookfantastic

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains acetyl glucosamine.

These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: vitis vinifera seed extract.

Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.

This product can also 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.

acetyl glucosamine 5% - 7.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin

vitis vinifera seed extract 0.1% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

Encouraging healthy turnover to diminish the appearance of dark spots and discolouration, the oil and fragrance-free sunscreen plays an essential role in the prevention of further skin damage.

Source: Lookfantastic

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).

acetyl glucosamine 5% - 7.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Clarify Sheer Hydration Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF40

Source: From product name

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, butylene glycol.

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: dimethicone, octyldodecyl neopentanoate.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl glucosamine

acetyl glucosamine 5% - 7.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin

octyldodecyl neopentanoate 0.4% - 1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An emollient that helps soften the skin. Often used to stabilize other ingredients, for example, sunscreen

dimethicone 2.7% - 4%

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

Anti-oxidation

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

vitis vinifera seed extract 0.1% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

arctium lappa root extract 0.05% - 0.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Plant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating

tocopheryl acetate 0.1% - 0.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

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.

Anti-blemish

What does the product description say?

Phytotal®, a blend of Neem and Burdock Root, helps with regulating excess sebum without causing irritation.

Source: Lookfantastic

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.

melia azadirachta leaf extract 0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

Exfoliation

What does the product description say?

Lightweight and non-ashy, the oil-reducing hydrator gently exfoliates the skin surface with AHAs (Glycolic and Mandolic Acids) to promote clarity, radiance and smooth texture.

Source: Lookfantastic

This product might help exfoliate the skin with acetyl glucosamine, but This ingredient is not the most effective.

acetyl glucosamine 5% - 7.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

acetyl glucosamine 5% - 7.5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Exfoliation

An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin

vitis vinifera seed extract 0.1% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial

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Potential irritants

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 7.5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

melia azadirachta leaf extract 0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Antibacterial, Anti-blemish

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

Comodogenic ingredients

cetearyl alcohol 0.15% - 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

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butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

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 7.5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

ethylhexyl salicylate 5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not 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

Ingredient list view

Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Water, Acetyl glucosamine, Butyloctyl salicylate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Glyceryl stearate, Octyldodecyl neopentanoate, Cetyl alcohol, Peg-100 stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Lecithin, Arctium lappa root extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Propylene glycol, Peg-75 stearate, Steareth-20, Xanthan gum, Ceteth-20, Ammonium hydroxide, Carbomer, Disodium edta, Caprylyl glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Sodium bisulfite

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WIMJ similarity score		45%	41%	33%	33%	29%	29%	27%	27%	26%	25%
SPF	SPF 40	SPF 35	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 60	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	acetyl glucosamine butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +8 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +8 more Other: tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane tocopherol	Common: acetyl glucosamine cyclopentasiloxane +5 more Other: retinol palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 +4 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +2 more Other: aminopropyl ascorbyl phosphate linoleic acid +19 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +2 more Other: ascorbyl glucoside acetyl hexapeptide-8 +18 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine dimethicone +2 more Other: niacinamide camellia sinensis leaf extract +4 more	Common: acetyl glucosamine glycerin Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride chondrus crispus extract +8 more	Common: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane butyloctyl salicylate +2 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride homosalate +3 more	Common: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane butyloctyl salicylate +2 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride homosalate +2 more	Common: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +1 more Other: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine butyrospermum parkii butter +2 more	Common: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane dimethicone +1 more Other: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine methyl methacrylate crosspolymer +2 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW
Potential Irritants	sodium bisulfite Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +13 more	sodium bisulfite Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +13 more	ci 19140 Has skin benefit? ethylene brassylate Has skin benefit? +19 more	eugenol Has skin benefit? benzyl salicylate Has skin benefit? +24 more	limonene Has skin benefit? citronellol Has skin benefit? +27 more	geraniol Has skin benefit? nasturtium officinale extract Has skin benefit? +13 more	sodium dehydroacetate Has skin benefit? chlorphenesin Has skin benefit? +18 more	p-anisic acid Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +16 more	p-anisic acid Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? +13 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +13 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +13 more
All ingredients	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +32 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +37 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +43 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +63 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl salicylate Has skin benefit? +92 more	water Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +34 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +40 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +32 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +29 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +31 more

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NEOSTRATA Clarify Sheer Hydration Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF40

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Evens skin tone

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Exfoliation

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