Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Multi-Rejuvenating Face Cream SPF 25

Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Multi-Rejuvenating Face Cream SPF 25

SPF 25Efficacy33/100IrritancyHigh·2 UV filters
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0 of 3 advertised claims delivered

Sun protection
SPF 25 · 2 UV filters · Broad spectrum
Weak protectionSPF under 30
SPF 25Broad spectrumChemical filtersNo white cast

This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.

UV spectrum
UVB290–320 nmUVA II320–340 nmUVA I340–400 nm
Octinoxate
Uvinul A Plus
FilterCoverageWhat it doesEst. amount
OctinoxateEthylhexyl MethoxycinnamateUVBOctinoxate. 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~3.3–5%
Uvinul A PlusDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateUVA1 Photo-stable Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet~2.5–3.7%
~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels
Anti-aging
No ingredient credited for this claim
Limited evidence
What the product description says
“It simultaneously addresses all key signs of aging.”
Source: Walmart

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).

Moisturizing
No ingredient credited for this claim
No evidence
What the product description says
“Ultimate Miracle Worker Multi-Rejuvenating Face Cream SPF 25”
From product name

Does not contain good ingredients to help with moisturization.

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
6 strong irritants: Alcohol, Parfum + 4 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 9 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
AlcoholCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial propertiesHigh~24–36%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~7.7–11.5%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~3.3–5%est.
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateOctinoxate. 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 irritatingHigh~3.3–5%est.
CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~1.1–1.6%est.
Cinnamal—High~0.9–1.3%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.75%est.
Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoateUvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yetMedium~2.5–3.7%est.
BhtA preservativeMedium~0.15–0.65%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
None flagged
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Alcohol~24–36%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
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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

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Parfum~7.7–11.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Water~4.8–7.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Limonene~3.3–5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~3.3–5%
UV filterKey activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Sun protection

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 methoxycinnamate
Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~2.5–3.7%
UV filterKey activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Sun protection

Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet

More about Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate
Citral~1.1–1.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Cinnamal~0.9–1.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
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Linalool~0.2–0.75%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Bht~0.15–0.65%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Ingredient list view

Alcohol, Parfum, Water, Limonene, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Citral, Cinnamal, Linalool, Bht

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PhilosophyUltimate Miracle Worker Multi-Rejuvenating Face Cream SPF 25YOUR PRODUCTImage skincarePrevention + Daily Hydrating Moisturizer SPF 30 Professional digital aging defense
Match—50%
Price$35.00$34.00−$1.00
Shared key ingredients—2 of 2
Key difference——
Irritancy High High
SPFSPF 25SPF 30
Drying alcohol Contains drying alcohol Contains drying alcohol
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Product summary

"Philosophy - Ultimate Miracle Worker Multi-Rejuvenating Face Cream SPF 25" "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.

Sunscreen filters

This is a so-called" chemical "sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. These are the sun protection ingredients in this sunscreen: uvinul a plus 2.50% - 3.70% and octinoxate 3.30% - 5.00%.

Irritation risk

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.

Price

The product retails for 35.00$ in the United States.

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Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Multi-Rejuvenating Face Cream SPF 25
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