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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.
“ANNEMARIE BORLIND , LL REGENERATION Revitalizing Day Cream , Natural Vitamin C E and Retinoid Anti Aging Face Cream for Visibly Firmer and Wrinkle Free Skin , Step 3 of 5 , 1.69 Fl Oz.”
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:
glucosamine hcl, 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: dimethicone, myristyl myristate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, linoleic acid, phytosphingosine
“Plantscription SPF25 Power Anti-Aging Oil-Free Cream”
This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-8. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works. 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).
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glucosamine hcl.
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).
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Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneA weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
More about HomosalateOctisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateA weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneA 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 salicylateAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Often used to stabilize other ingredients, for example, sunscreen
More about Octyldodecyl neopentanoateNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholAn emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristateA 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 DimethiconeHelps soften upper layer of the skin and can enhance penetration of other ingredients into the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl estersUsed 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 glycolIncreases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerOne 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 GlycerinUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilAn essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilAn essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilA plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilAn essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilA plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilAn essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
More about Litsea cubeba fruit oilA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Coffea arabica seed extractA plant extract that can contain an anti-inflammatory compound
More about Sigesbeckia orientalis extractA plant extract. Might have an antioxidant effect. Can be used as a fragrance
More about Peucedanum graveolens extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten
More about Hordeum vulgare extractMight be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lacking
More about Pisum sativum extractAn emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolConsists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin. It is claimed to be a "DNA repair enzyme"
More about Micrococcus lysateAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePlant extract that might have moisturizing properties. Avoid if you suffer from wheat or gluten intolerance
More about Triticum vulgare germ extractAn algae extract that might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Crithmum maritimum extractA tree bark extract that has antibacterial properties and might have an anti-oxidant effect. Its effectiveness in skin has not been studied
More about Anogeissus leiocarpus bark extractCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineA plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Centaurium erythraea extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus leaf extractMight have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Cassia alata leaf extractA type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineSeaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
More about Laminaria digitata extractA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8Derived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed alginMight be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.
More about Glucosamine hclHelps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelps to dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-6A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAn 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 SqualaneAn excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinUsed to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinHelps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCreates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Octocrylene, Water, Butyloctyl salicylate, Nylon-12, Octyldodecyl neopentanoate, Behenyl alcohol, Myristyl myristate, Dimethicone, Cetyl esters, Polyethylene, Butylene glycol, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Glycerin, Rosa damascena flower oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Illicium verum fruit/seed oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Myristica fragrans kernel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Hibiscus abelmoschus extract, Geraniol, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene, Citral, Coffea arabica seed extract, Sigesbeckia orientalis extract, Peucedanum graveolens extract, Hordeum vulgare extract, Pisum sativum extract, Cholesterol, Micrococcus lysate, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Glyceryl stearate, Triticum vulgare germ extract, Crithmum maritimum extract, Anogeissus leiocarpus bark extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Caffeine, Centaurium erythraea extract, Rubus idaeus leaf extract, Cassia alata leaf extract, Phytosphingosine, Trisiloxane, Laminaria digitata extract, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Hydrolyzed algin, Glucosamine hcl, Peg-100 stearate, Sodium hyaluronate, Peg-6, Di-ppg-2 myreth-10 adipate, Steareth-21, Tocopheryl acetate, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Squalane, Linoleic acid, Trehalose, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Citric acid, Sodium pca, Lecithin, Maltodextrin, Hexylene glycol, Sodium dehydroacetate, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Mica
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| OriginsPlantscription SPF25 Power Anti-Aging Oil-Free CreamYOUR PRODUCT | M-61Hydraboost Moisturizer SPF 30 | Crème de la MerThe Reparative Face Sun Lotion SPF 30 | |
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| Match | — | 58% | 50% |
| Price | $43.89 | $78.00+$34.11 | $135.00+$91.11 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 23 | 13 of 23 |
| Key difference | — | Urea | Urea |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High |
| SPF | SPF 25 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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"Origins - Plantscription SPF25 Power Anti-Aging Oil-Free Cream" "is a broad spectrum sunscreen meaning that it protects both from UVB rays (" burning "- they cause sunburn) and UVA rays (" aging "- they don't cause sunburn but lead to premature aging and pigmentation issues). However, this moisturizer does not offer enough sun protection. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
It contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream.
This sunscreen uses so-called" chemical ", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: avobenzone 3.00% (declared), butyloctyl salicylate 6.40% - 7.90%, octisalate 4.50% (declared), homosalate 5.00% (declared) and octocrylene 2.80% (declared).
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 138.67A$ in Australia and from 43.89$ up to 75.00$ in the United States.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 38 studies and safety reviews.
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