PRODUCT REVIEW

Neutrogena Beach Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Body Lotion

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Evens skin tone
Sun protection
Moisturizing

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Key actives

Dimethicone 4.6% - 6.9%Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 3

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Product summary

We assess that "Neutrogena - Beach Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Body Lotion" 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.

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. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: oxybenzone 4.00% (declared), avobenzone 3.00% (declared), octisalate 5.00% (declared), homosalate 10.00% (declared) and octocrylene 4.50% (declared).

Irritation risk

This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be medium. 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 35.00A$ in Australia and from 8.97$ up to 11.99$ in the United States.

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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.

butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%

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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.

octocrylene 4.5%

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

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

benzophenone-3 4%

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

Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption

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?

This sunscreen lotion is formulated with Helioplex Technology, which offers superior broad spectrum protection from aging UVA rays and burning UVB rays.

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This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: beeswax, dimethicone.

Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).

cetyl dimethicone 0.9% - 1.35%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of silicone. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice, light product texture

dimethicone 4.6% - 6.9%

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

beeswax 0.55% - 1.3%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Forms 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

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Key Actives

dimethicone 4.6% - 6.9%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Mattifying

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

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.

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Potential irritants

benzophenone-3 4%

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Works for: Sun protection

benzyl alcohol 0.5% - 1%

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A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

Comodogenic ingredients

We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product

All ingredients

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.

homosalate 10%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

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

ethylhexyl salicylate 5%

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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, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Octocrylene, Benzophenone-3, Water, Styrene/acrylates copolymer, Dimethicone, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Benzyl alcohol, Silica, Diethylhexyl 2,6-naphthalate, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Trisiloxane, Cetyl dimethicone, Beeswax, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium polyacrylate, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexyl stearate, Acrylates/c12-22 alkyl methacrylate copolymer, Behenyl alcohol, Trideceth-6, Disodium edta, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Caprylyl glycol, Chlorphenesin, Parfum

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Key ingredients	beeswax benzophenone-3 +6 more	Common: benzophenone-3 butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +4 more Other: butyloctyl salicylate	Common: benzophenone-3 butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +3 more Other: butyloctyl salicylate cyclopentasiloxane +1 more	Common: beeswax benzophenone-3 +3 more Other: cyclopentasiloxane dipotassium glycyrrhizate	Common: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane dimethicone +2 more Other: glycerin polymethylsilsesquioxane	Common: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane dimethicone +3 more Other: drometrizole trisiloxane glycerin	Common: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane dimethicone +2 more Other: butyloctyl salicylate caprylic/capric triglyceride +2 more	Common: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane dimethicone +2 more Other: camelina sativa seed oil carthamus tinctorius seed oil +5 more	Common: benzophenone-3 benzophenone-3 +4 more Other: tocopherol	Common: benzophenone-3 butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +3 more Other: tocopherol	Common: benzophenone-3 butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +3 more Other: tocopherol
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Potential Irritants	parfum Has skin benefit? benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +10 more	benzophenone-3 Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +6 more	benzophenone-3 Has skin benefit? vitis vinifera fruit extract Has skin benefit? +11 more	parfum Has skin benefit? benzophenone-3 Has skin benefit? +10 more	disodium edta Has skin benefit? acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer Has skin benefit? +10 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? +8 more	p-anisic acid Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? +13 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? sorbitan palmitate Has skin benefit? +9 more	parfum Has skin benefit? benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +9 more	parfum Has skin benefit? benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +8 more	parfum Has skin benefit? benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +8 more
All ingredients	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +27 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +27 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +31 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +19 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +27 more	homosalate Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +23 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +28 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +30 more	benzophenone-3 Has skin benefit? butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? +20 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +19 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +19 more

PRODUCT REVIEW

Neutrogena Beach Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Body Lotion

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Moisturizing

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