Olive Kollection Hyggee Real Sun Cream
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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Sun protectionSPF 55 · 7 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 toneNot advertised by the brand · NiacinamideStrong 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).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Adenosine, NiacinamideStrong evidence
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
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.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate + 9 moreGood evidence
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, butylene glycol.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy20 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dibutyl adipate~6–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Dibutyl adipateGlycerin~3.8–4.7%
- 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolAlcohol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholButyloctyl salicylate~1.9–2.3%
- 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 salicylatePhenethyl benzoate~1.6–1.9%
Titanium dioxide~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideIsononyl isononanoate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateDiethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoateNiacinamide~0.6–0.85%
- 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 NiacinamidePolyglyceryl-6 stearate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-6 stearateEclipta prostrata extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilNelumbo nucifera seed extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acrylates copolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerBis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.
More about Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazineEthylhexyl triazone~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Ethylhexyl triazoneNylon-12~0.2–0.4%
Polysilicone-15~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays, but does not protect against the most aging UVA light
More about Polysilicone-15Potassium cetyl phosphate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateSodium acrylates crosspolymer-2~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ecamsule, Mexoryl SX. A UV filter. Is effective mostly against the UVA rays. It is legally marketed in the US with the FDA approval since 2006, even though the ingredient is not on the official FDA list of the approved sunscreen active ingredients. It is photostable
More about Terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acidPolyglyceryl-3 distearate~0.15–0.3%
1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.3%
Tromethamine~0.15–0.25%
Polyhydroxystearic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidAluminum hydroxide~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.15–0.3%
- 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 crosspolymerHydroxyacetophenone~0.15–0.3%
Stearic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPolyglyceryl-6 behenate~0.2–0.35%
Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl tauratePolyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateGlyceryl stearate citrate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateAdenosine~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineButylene glycol~0.1–0.15%
- 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 glycolDisodium edta~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Dibutyl adipate, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Alcohol, Butyloctyl salicylate, Phenethyl benzoate, Titanium dioxide, Isononyl isononanoate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Niacinamide, Polyglyceryl-6 stearate, Eclipta prostrata extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Nelumbo nucifera seed extract, Acrylates copolymer, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Ethylhexyl triazone, Nylon-12, Polysilicone-15, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Sodium acrylates crosspolymer-2, Terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid, Polyglyceryl-3 distearate, 1,2-hexanediol, Tromethamine, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Aluminum hydroxide, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Stearic acid, Polyglyceryl-6 behenate, Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Adenosine, Butylene glycol, Disodium edta
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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.
| Olive KollectionHyggee Real Sun CreamYOUR PRODUCT | P.CALMWater Barrier Sun Cream | Smuuti SkinWatermelon Sun Cream PA++++ SPF50+ | Dr. AltheaGreen Tea Fresh Sunscreen | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 89% | 85% | 85% |
| Price | — | $14.40 | — | $17.94 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 12 | 7 of 12 | 6 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Mexoryl Xl | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 55 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
We assess that "Olive Kollection - Hyggee Real Sun Cream" 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).
It contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
Sunscreen filters
This is a "mixed" sunscreen in the sense that it uses both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") sun filters. The organic filters in the product are: tinosorb s, butyloctyl salicylate, uvinul a plus, uvinul t, polysilicone-15 and terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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