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Paula's choice Redness Relief SPF 30 Mineral Moisturizer for Normal to Dry Skin
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Sun protection
titanium dioxide
85%
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
zinc oxide
12%
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
vp/eicosene copolymer
0.6% -
0.9%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Used 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
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
You will have beautiful hydrated skin with the improved appearance of fine lines, dullness, and uneven skin tone.
tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Being 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.
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Redness Relief SPF 30 Mineral Moisturizer for Normal to Dry Skin
ubiquinone
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
ceramide ng
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
superoxide dismutase
0.3% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An antioxidant enzyme that is naturally present in skin. It can help support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin. It is used in topical medications for inflammatory skin conditions including atopic dermatitis (eczema) and psoriasis. There are three types of natural Superoxide Dismutase in human skin. The compound used in topical treatments and cosmetics are mimics of typically one of these natural variants
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Anti-oxidation
ubiquinone
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
superoxide dismutase
0.3% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An antioxidant enzyme that is naturally present in skin. It can help support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin. It is used in topical medications for inflammatory skin conditions including atopic dermatitis (eczema) and psoriasis. There are three types of natural Superoxide Dismutase in human skin. The compound used in topical treatments and cosmetics are mimics of typically one of these natural variants
prunus armeniaca kernel oil
3.4% -
4.1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
An emollient that helps soften the skin
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Sun protection | |
| Moisturizing | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
90/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 1
Potential irritants
prunus armeniaca kernel oil
3.4% -
4.1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
An emollient that helps soften the skin
pentylene glycol
1.2% -
1.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
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Comodogenic ingredients
cetearyl alcohol
1% -
1.2%
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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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
allantoin
0.35% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Reduces irritation,
Reduces redness,
Anti-blemish,
Exfoliation
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
avena sativa kernel extract
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Reduces irritation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Moisturizing,
Reduces redness,
Anti-oxidation
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
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Potential irritants
prunus armeniaca kernel oil
3.4% -
4.1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
An emollient that helps soften the skin
pentylene glycol
1.2% -
1.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
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Comodogenic ingredients
cetearyl alcohol
1% -
1.2%
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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c12-15 alkyl benzoate
5.4% -
6.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
isononyl isononanoate
4.6% -
5.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
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Ingredient list view
Water, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Isononyl isononanoate, Titanium dioxide, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Zinc oxide, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Cetearyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Vp/eicosene copolymer, Glycine soja sterols, Avena sativa kernel extract, Glycerin, Unknown, Allantoin, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Superoxide dismutase, Ubiquinone, Ceramide ng, Methicone, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Peg-10 dimethicone, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Tribehenin, Peg-10 phytosterol, Sorbitan stearate, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Alumina, Polysorbate 20, Aluminum stearate, Xanthan gum, Caprylyl glycol, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin
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- A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxide
- Risk assessment of zinc oxide, a cosmetic ingredient used as a UV filter of sunscreens
- Characterization of the UVA protection provided by avobenzone, zinc oxide, and titanium dioxide in broad-spectrum sunscreen products
- Ultraviolet Protection Properties of Commercial Sunscreens and Sunscreens Containing Zno Nanorods
- ZnO nanoparticles and organic chemical UV-filters are equally well tolerated by human immune cells
- Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medications
- Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyol
- Safety Assessment of Vinylpyrrolidone Polymers as Used in Cosmetics
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Profile of wound healing process induced by allantoin
- Vitamin E in dermatology
- Vitamin E and Skin Health
- Double-blind, half-face study comparing topical vitamin C and vehicle for rejuvenation of photodamage
- Application of tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid in cosmetic formulations: Stability studies and in vivo efficacy
- A novel efficient and safe treatment for atopic dermatitis: Topical superoxide dismutase (SOD).
- Novel topical agent containing superoxide dismutase 100 000 IU and 4% of plant extracts as a mono-therapy for atopic dermatitis
- Copper/Zinc Superoxide Dismutase in Human Skin: Current Knowledge
- Photoprotective Effect of Topically Applied Superoxide Dismutase on Sunburn Reaction in Comparison with Sunscreen
- The role of superoxide dismutase (SOD) in skin disorders
- Topical formulations with superoxide dismutase: Influence of formulation composition on physical stability and enzymatic activity
- Skin protective effects of RM191A, a novel superoxide dismutase mimetic
- Topical emulsions containing ceramides: Effects on the skin barrier function and anti‐inflammatory properties
- Topically Applied Ceramides Interact with the Stratum Corneum Lipid Matrix in Compromised Ex Vivo Skin