PRODUCT REVIEW

Patyka International SPF50+ Face Sunscreen

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Sun protection
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Moisturizing
Anti-oxidation

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Key actives

Tocopherol 0.5% - 0.75%Prunus armeniaca kernel oil 0.5% - 0.75%

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Product summary

We believe that "Patyka International - SPF50+ Face Sunscreen" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).

It should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.

Sunscreen filters

It 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

This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it 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.

What our users say

Based on 2 reviews 100% recommend this product

When it comes to comedogenicity, two out of two reviewers say that the product does not clog pores.
As for the white cast, two out of two reviewers report that the product leaves a white cast.
When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, the user found that it pills under a foundation.
As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, two out of two reviewers say that it doesn't sting eyes.

Our users describe the finish of this product as matt, They find the product's texture to be heavy - light and In terms of the smell, our users report that light fragrance.

What can the product work for?

Sun protection

This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.

It is a mineral sunscreen. In other words, it contains non-organic UV filters. It will probably not sting your eyes but might leave a white cast.

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.

zinc oxide 5.2% - 6.3%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Mineral

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

titanium dioxide 2.6% - 3.2%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Mineral

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

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Antioxidant thanks to a powerful duo of plant antioxidants, Green Micro-Algae and Pongamia Extract, it protects the skin from ageing signs.

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This product can help prevent early signs of skin aging because it offers a good level of broad spectrum sun protection. Sun damage is the main cause of premature skin aging, and protecting your skin from the sun is the best anti-aging strategy.

tocopherol 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

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

Evens skin tone

This product offers broad spectrum sun protection. It means that it can prevent hyperpigmentation and help keep the skin tone even (sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations).

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Moisturising and soothing it is enriched with Pure and Natural Hyaluronic Acid, a particularly moisturising active ingredient, and Organic Aloe Vera, known for its soothing properties.

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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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus seed oil.

sodium hyaluronate 0.75% - 1.15%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

glycerin 1.5% - 1.9%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

caprylic/capric triglyceride 6.3% - 7.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (haematococcus pluvialis extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

haematococcus pluvialis extract 0.65% - 1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

Green algae extract that might contain antioxidant astaxanthin

tocopherol 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

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

prunus armeniaca kernel oil 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Key Actives

tocopherol 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-oxidation, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-aging, Moisturizing

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

prunus armeniaca kernel oil 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Potential irritants

parfum 1.3% - 1.5%

Irritation risk:

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

alcohol 0.05% - 0.1%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Antibacterial

Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties

Comodogenic ingredients

cetearyl alcohol 0.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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water 45% - 55%

Irritation risk:

Plain old water

caprylic/capric triglyceride 6.3% - 7.7%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

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

zinc oxide 5.2% - 6.3%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

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

Ingredient list view

Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Zinc oxide, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Pentylene glycol, Titanium dioxide, Polyglyceryl-6 stearate, Glycerin, Parfum, Microcrystalline cellulose, Sodium hyaluronate, Pongamol, Haematococcus pluvialis extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Polyglyceryl-6 behenate, Xanthan gum, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Cellulose gum, Sodium phytate, Isostearic acid, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Alumina, Stearic acid, Alcohol, Citric acid

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SPF	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 44	SPF 30	SPF 30
Key ingredients	caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +7 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +7 more Other:	Common: glycerin helianthus annuus seed oil +4 more Other: panthenol	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +3 more Other: niacinamide glycogen +2 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +3 more Other: polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +4 more Other: pinus pinaster bark extract	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +2 more Other: gluconolactone bisabolol +2 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +1 more Other: cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis dipotassium glycyrrhizate +2 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +3 more Other: butyloctyl salicylate cetyl dimethicone +2 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +3 more Other: panthenol butyrospermum parkii butter +4 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +3 more Other: panthenol butyrospermum parkii butter +4 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW
Potential Irritants	alcohol Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +9 more	alcohol Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +9 more	ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +5 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? +7 more	potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder Has skin benefit? +4 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? coco-glucoside Has skin benefit? +9 more	coco-glucoside Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? +6 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +12 more	tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? ascorbyl palmitate Has skin benefit? +7 more	ascorbyl palmitate Has skin benefit? 1,2-hexanediol Has skin benefit? +12 more	ascorbyl palmitate Has skin benefit? 1,2-hexanediol Has skin benefit? +12 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +23 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +26 more	caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? coconut alkanes Has skin benefit? +22 more	water Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +35 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +33 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +30 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? +27 more	water Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +39 more	water Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +39 more

PRODUCT REVIEW

Patyka International SPF50+ Face Sunscreen

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Product summary

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Irritation risk

What our users say

What can the product work for?

Works for

Sun protection

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Evens skin tone

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Anti-oxidation

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