Orbis Mr. Base Color Controller SPF 20 PA++
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 20 · 2 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
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.
MoisturizingDimethicone, Glycerin + 6 moreGood evidence
“Contains fine spiral essence (eucalyptus extract, kiwi extract), a complex moisturizing ingredient that addresses stickiness and dryness.”
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, cyclopentasiloxane.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Eucalyptus globulus leaf extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cyclopentasiloxane~7.3–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneButylene glycol~4.8–5.8%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~3.4–4.2%
- 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 GlycerinTitanium dioxide~3.5–4.3%
- 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 dioxideBehenyl alcohol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholCyclohexasiloxane~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneDiphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help improve the product's texture
More about Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethiconeEucalyptus globulus leaf extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf extractActinidia chinensis fruit extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Actinidia chinensis fruit extractSodium polyacrylate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateHydrated silica~1–1.2%
Aluminum hydroxide~0.65–1%
- 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 hydroxideZinc oxide~0.95–1.15%
- 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 oxideSodium stearoyl lactylate~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl lactylateTocopherol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 TocopherolMica~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTalc~0.55–0.8%
Silica~0.55–0.8%
Acrylates/dimethicone copolymer~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen), evenly disperse pigements and create a nice product consistency
More about Acrylates/dimethicone copolymerHydroxyapatite~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogen dimethicone~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconeDimethicone~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about DimethiconeXanthan gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumIron oxides~0.25–0.5%
- 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 oxidesPolyglyceryl-10 pentastearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 tristearate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbitan sesquiisostearate~0.25–0.45%
Citric acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Propylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Titanium dioxide, Behenyl alcohol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract, Actinidia chinensis fruit extract, Sodium polyacrylate, Hydrated silica, Aluminum hydroxide, Zinc oxide, Unknown, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Tocopherol, Mica, Talc, Silica, Acrylates/dimethicone copolymer, Hydroxyapatite, Hydrogen dimethicone, Dimethicone, Xanthan gum, Iron oxides, Polyglyceryl-10 pentastearate, Polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-10 tristearate, Sorbitan sesquiisostearate, Unknown, Citric acid, Methylparaben, Propylparaben
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Product summary
We do not recommend "Orbis - Mr. Base Color Controller SPF 20 PA++" because it does not provide good UVA protection. UVA sun rays don't burn the skin, but they still lead to photoaging and hyperpigmentation.
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 for sun protection. Titanium dioxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer 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.
Price
The product retails for 35.38$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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