Orbis U Day Essence SPF 25 PA++
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Sun protectionSPF 25 · 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.
MoisturizingCyclopentasiloxane, Maltitol + 6 moreWorks
“The firmness barrier enhancer works from within the skin (stratum corneum) to support the barrier function and retain moisture.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: dimethicone, cyclopentasiloxane.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone~5.7–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help improve the product's texture
More about Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethiconeButylene glycol~4.3–5.3%
- 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 glycolCyclopentasiloxane~3.3–4%
- 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 CyclopentasiloxaneMaltitol~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MaltitolTitanium dioxide~2.6–3.1%
- 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 dioxideDiphenyl dimethicone~1.8–2.2%
Behenyl alcohol~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholCentaurea cyanus flower extract~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have antibacterial effect and help neutralize free radicals
More about Centaurea cyanus flower extractPrunus persica leaf extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Might be helpful in supporting collagen and ellastin production but solid research is lacking. Could be irritating
More about Prunus persica leaf extractGardenia jasminoides fruit extract~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Averrhoa carambola leaf extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zostera marina extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cynara scolymus leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be irritating
More about Cynara scolymus leaf extractZinc oxide~0.7–1.05%
- 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 oxidePeg-75~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin.
More about Peg-75Propanediol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolXanthan gum~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDimethicone~0.4–0.65%
- 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 DimethiconeAluminum hydroxide~0.3–0.6%
- 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 hydroxideTrimethylsiloxysilicate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a nice product consistency and support the delivery of other ingredients
More about TrimethylsiloxysilicateHydrogen dimethicone~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconeHydrated silica~0.35–0.6%
Polyglyceryl-10 pentaisostearate~0.25–0.45%
Polyglyceryl-10 tristearate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium stearoyl lactylate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl lactylateSodium cocomonoglyceride sulfate~0.3–0.5%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTocopherol~0.1–0.15%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Butylene glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Maltitol, Titanium dioxide, Diphenyl dimethicone, Behenyl alcohol, Centaurea cyanus flower extract, Prunus persica leaf extract, Gardenia jasminoides fruit extract, Averrhoa carambola leaf extract, Zostera marina extract, Cynara scolymus leaf extract, Zinc oxide, Peg-75, Propanediol, Xanthan gum, Dimethicone, Aluminum hydroxide, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Hydrogen dimethicone, Hydrated silica, Polyglyceryl-10 pentaisostearate, Polyglyceryl-10 tristearate, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Sodium cocomonoglyceride sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol
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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.
| OrbisU Day Essence SPF 25 PA++YOUR PRODUCT | ShiseidoAnessa Moisture UV Sunscreen Mild Milk For Sensitive Skin A SPF 35 PA+++ | V 10 PlusWater Base Sunblock SPF 40/PA +++ | VerdioUV Barrier Milk SPF50+ PA++++ | |
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| Match | — | 36% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | ≈ $33.69 | $40.07≈ +$6.38 | — | $7.51≈ −$26.18 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Tinosorb S | Glycerin | Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 25 | SPF 35 | SPF 40 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Orbis - U Day Essence SPF 25 PA++" does not provide enough UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage the skin, leading to early signs of aging and pigmentation issues.
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide for sun protection. Titanium dioxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
There are actives in this product that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be low. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 38.80$ in the United States.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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