Noto botanics Practice Safe Sun SPF 30 Serum
Works for
1 of 4 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 1 UV filter · Partial spectrumWeak protection
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
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.
MoisturizingCeramide np, Glycerin + 12 moreStrong evidence
“Made with active skincare ingredients including Vitamin C, Niacinamides and Ceramides to help moisturize, heal, and protect the skin and can soften fine lines, improve skin tone and help minimize pores.”
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:
biosaccharide gum-1, glycerin.
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: ceramide np, coco-caprylate/caprate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
Anti-agingAloe barbadensis leaf juice, Tocopherol + 2 moreLimited evidence
“Made with active skincare ingredients including Vitamin C, Niacinamides and Ceramides to help moisturize, heal, and protect the skin and can soften fine lines, improve skin tone and help minimize pores.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid, NiacinamideLimited evidence
“Made with active skincare ingredients including Vitamin C, Niacinamides and Ceramides to help moisturize, heal, and protect the skin and can soften fine lines, improve skin tone and help minimize pores.”
This product contains ingredients () that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
The biggest effect for evening out skin tone in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations. This is why sun protection is the best strategy for maintaining an even skin tone. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Cinnamomum camphora leaf oilMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butyloctyl salicylate~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Butyloctyl salicylateCoconut alkanes~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Coconut alkanesCoco-caprylate/caprate~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateAloe barbadensis leaf juice~2.1–3.1%
- 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 juiceGlycerin~1.8–2.7%
- 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 GlycerinHydrolyzed jojoba esters~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba estersGlyceryl stearate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateGlyceryl stearate citrate~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateStearic acid~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidLysolecithin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin derivative. It helps oil and water mix together and can enhance penetration of other ingredients. It helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LysolecithinSclerotium gum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumXanthan gum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPullulan~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanNiacinamide~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideCeramide np~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npAscorbic acid~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidTocopherol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolDaucus carota sativa seed oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect
More about Daucus carota sativa seed oilCinnamomum camphora leaf oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Juniperus mexicana oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated castor oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilOryza sativa starch~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Biosaccharide gum-1~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Ci 77163~0.05–0.3%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Butyloctyl salicylate, Coconut alkanes, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Glyceryl stearate, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Stearic acid, Lysolecithin, Sclerotium gum, Xanthan gum, Pullulan, Niacinamide, Ceramide np, Ascorbic acid, Tocopherol, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Cinnamomum camphora leaf oil, Juniperus mexicana oil, Hydrogenated castor oil, Oryza sativa starch, Biosaccharide gum-1, Ci 77163, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Noto botanicsPractice Safe Sun SPF 30 SerumYOUR PRODUCT | SKIN 1004.Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Glow Sun Ampoule PA++++ SPF50+ | Beauty of JoseonRelief Sun Aqua Fresh SPF50 PA ++++ | CeraVeHydrating Sheer Sunscreen Lotion for Face and Body SPF 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 59% | 57% |
| Price | $43.00 | $12.82−$30.18 | $20.05−$22.95 | $13.97−$29.03 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Ferulic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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