
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
“Cocoa Butter Formula Moisturizing Day Cream SPF 15”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1
“Peptide complex: Supports collagen production”
This product contains palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1. There is some human evidence that these ingredients help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin elasticity and firmness, though it is smaller or less consistent than the evidence for the best anti-aging ingredients. 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).

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Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateA 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 oxideOne 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 to improve the product adherence to the skin, for example, to pro-long the protective effect of sunscreens. Can be irritating to very sensitive skin
More about Vp/eicosene copolymerA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHelps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cetearyl sulfateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterPure 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 TocopherolA 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 acetateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolA silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss
More about Peg-10 dimethiconeUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumA 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 DimethiconeA silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateIs claimed to be able to brighten skin tone by removing some blood-related pigmented compounds in skin (hemoglobin and related elements) but solid research is missing. Can be irritating
More about N-hydroxysuccinimideAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumFragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateA fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeWater, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Theobroma cacao extract, Zinc oxide, Glycerin, Vp/eicosene copolymer, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Citric acid, Sodium cetearyl sulfate, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Oenothera biennis flower extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-10 dimethicone, Xanthan gum, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium metabisulfite, Propylene glycol, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Dipropylene glycol, Sodium citrate, Sodium sulfite, Potassium sorbate, Steareth-20, Sodium benzoate, N-hydroxysuccinimide, Parfum, Benzyl benzoate, Coumarin, Linalool, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Alpha-isomethyl ionone
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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.
| PalmersCocoa Butter Formula Moisturizing Day Cream SPF 15YOUR PRODUCT | NEOSTRATASkin Active Matrix Support SPF 30 Daily Moisturiser for Face | ExuvianceAge Reverse Day Repair SPF 30 | CliniqueSmart Clinical Repair SPF 30 Wrinkle Correcting Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 62% | 62% | 61% |
| Price | — | $72.75 | $40.99 | $65.74 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 13 | 8 of 13 | 5 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Retinol | Retinol | Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 15 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Day Cream SPF 30Estée Lauder Resilience Multi-Effect Tri-Peptide Face and Neck Creme For Normal/Combination Skin SPF15
"Palmers - Cocoa Butter Formula Moisturizing Day Cream SPF 15" offers broad spectrum protection. It means that it protects from both UVA and UVB rays (you can remember UVB as "burning" sunlight - they cause sunburn. You can remember UVA rays as "aging" - they do not lead to sunburn, but they cause photodamage and contribute to early signs of skin aging and hyperpigmentation). On the negative side, the SPF of this moisturizer is not high enough. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day.
This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: oxybenzone, avobenzone and octinoxate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses zinc oxide.
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 15.99A$ in Australia and from 9.99$ up to 19.00$ in the United States.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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