Physicians Formula Organic Wear 100% Natural Origin CC Cream SPF 20, Light
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Sun protectionSPF 20 · 2 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
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.
MoisturizingSimmondsia chinensis seed oil, Glycerin + 6 moreWorks
“Provides color + correction and instant hydration while naturally protecting skin.”
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.
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: beeswax, copernicia cerifera wax.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Ultra-lightweight cream glides on effortlessly, evening out skin tone and texture for a radiant and youthful glow.”
This product contains ingredients () that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
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).
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Ultra-lightweight cream glides on effortlessly, evening out skin tone and texture for a radiant and youthful glow.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit water, Citrus limon peel extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Zinc oxide1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Zinc oxideCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit water~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- High
Dodecane~5.9–8.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilTitanium dioxide3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Titanium dioxidePolyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacateSilica~2.5–3.7%
Glycerin~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One 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 GlycerinLecithin~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinWater~1.4–2%
Magnesium sulfate~1.2–1.8%
Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 isostearateBeeswax~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxPorphyra umbilicalis extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have an anti-oxidant effect in skin but evidence is lacking
More about Porphyra umbilicalis extractCitrus limon peel extract~0.4–0.95%
Euterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractAgave tequilana leaf extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilCopernicia cerifera wax~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxCyamopsis tetragonoloba gum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lauroyl lysine~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysineLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateLeuconostoc ferment filtrate~0.1–0.35%
Iron oxides~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesIngredient list view
Zinc oxide, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit water, Dodecane, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Titanium dioxide, Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, Silica, Glycerin, Lecithin, Water, Magnesium sulfate, Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, Beeswax, Porphyra umbilicalis extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Agave tequilana leaf extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Copernicia cerifera wax, Cyamopsis tetragonoloba gum, Lauroyl lysine, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Leuconostoc ferment filtrate, Iron oxides
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| Physicians FormulaOrganic Wear 100% Natural Origin CC Cream SPF 20, LightYOUR PRODUCT | OlivalSun Mineral KIDS Face Cream SPF 50 | UriageBARIÉSUN XP Cream SPF50+ Very high protection | Babo BotanicalsSPF 30 Daily Sheer Tinted Sunscreen, Natural Glow | |
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| Price | $29.96 | $12.17−$17.79 | — | $16.89−$13.07 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 5 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin C | Uvinul A Plus | Agran Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 20 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
We do not recommend "Physicians Formula - Organic Wear 100% Natural Origin CC Cream SPF 20, Light" because it does not provide good UVA protection. UVA sun rays don't burn the skin, but they still lead to photoaging and hyperpigmentation.
Because it includes good moisturizing ingredients, it can also work as a hydrating day cream.
Sunscreen filters
This product is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide for sun protection. Titanium dioxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 29.96$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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