Omorovicza Complexion Perfector SPF20 Lotion
Works for
1 of 4 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 20 · 2 UV filters · Broad spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
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.
MoisturizingSalvia hispanica seed extract, Sodium hyaluronate + 18 moreGood evidence
“A moisturiser, foundation, sunscreen, concealer and age-defying cream in one, its no wonder Omoroviczas cult complexion cream has been hailed a beauty Swiss army knife.”
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:
galactoarabinan, 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, squalane.
Evens skin toneYeast extract, Lactic acid + 1 moreLimited evidence
“The sheer formula offers endless benefits, correcting skin tone, blurring lines and wrinkles and plumping with hyaluronic acid to leave skin enviably even, firm and youthful, all while providing SPF 20 protection.”
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).
Anti-agingTocopherol, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate + 1 moreLimited evidence
“The sheer formula offers endless benefits, correcting skin tone, blurring lines and wrinkles and plumping with hyaluronic acid to leave skin enviably even, firm and youthful, all while providing SPF 20 protection.”
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Parfum, Sodium anisate + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.4–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCi 77891~5.7–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~4.5–5.5%
- 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 dioxideZinc oxide~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideGlycerin~2.7–3.3%
- 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 GlycerinEthyl macadamiate~2.1–2.6%
Isononyl isononanoate~1.8–2.2%
- 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 isononanoateStearyl heptanoate~1.6–2%
Cetearyl olivate~1.2–1.4%
Ci 77492~0.95–1.2%
Squalane~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneOctyldodecanol~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolSorbitan olivate~0.7–1.05%
Cetearyl alcohol~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholIsopropyl myristate~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateGriffonia simplicifolia seed extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractBenzyl alcohol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSodium levulinate~0.55–0.8%
Ci 77491~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateCi 77499~0.5–0.8%
Iron oxides~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidDisodium edta~0.5–0.8%
Isopropyl titanium triisostearate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Isopropyl titanium triisostearateSodium hyaluronate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateStearalkonium hectorite~0.5–0.8%
Prunus armeniaca kernel oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilTocopherol~0.5–0.8%
- 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 TocopherolLactic acid~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidIsostearic acid~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Isostearic acidParfum~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumXanthan gum~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPropylene carbonate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonatePhospholipids~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsCarbomer~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerMalic acid~0.35–0.65%
Sodium hydroxide~0.35–0.6%
Sodium anisate~0.35–0.6%
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateSalvia hispanica seed extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that typically contains linolenic and linoleic acids that help soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Salvia hispanica seed extractTrehalose~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseGalactoarabinan~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GalactoarabinanXylitol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolSodium phosphate~0.2–0.4%
Sorbitol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolBenzyl salicylate~0.2–0.35%
Linalool~0.15–0.3%
Limonene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCoumarin~0.15–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, Glycerin, Ethyl macadamiate, Isononyl isononanoate, Stearyl heptanoate, Cetearyl olivate, Ci 77492, Squalane, Octyldodecanol, Sorbitan olivate, Cetearyl alcohol, Isopropyl myristate, Griffonia simplicifolia seed extract, Yeast extract, Benzyl alcohol, Sodium levulinate, Ci 77491, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Ci 77499, Iron oxides, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Disodium edta, Isopropyl titanium triisostearate, Sodium hyaluronate, Stearalkonium hectorite, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Tocopherol, Lactic acid, Isostearic acid, Parfum, Xanthan gum, Propylene carbonate, Phospholipids, Carbomer, Malic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium anisate, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Salvia hispanica seed extract, Trehalose, Galactoarabinan, Xylitol, Sodium phosphate, Sorbitol, Benzyl salicylate, Linalool, Limonene, Coumarin
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Product summary
"Omorovicza - Complexion Perfector SPF20 Lotion" "is a broad spectrum sunscreen meaning that it protects both from UVB rays (" burning "- they cause sunburn) and UVA rays (" aging "- they don't cause sunburn but lead to premature aging and pigmentation issues). However, this moisturizer does not offer enough sun protection. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
This moisturizer should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day.
Sunscreen filters
This moisturizer is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for sun protection. Both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide almost never irritate even the most sensitive skin and eyes, but can leave a white cast.
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 moisturizer 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty" Omorovicza "is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 62.00$ up to 69.30$ in the United States and for 60.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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