Purito SEOUL Centella Green Level Unscented Sun
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 3 UV filters · Broad spectrumWeak protectionLow filter dose
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.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Madecassoside, Asiaticoside + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (asiaticoside, madecassoside) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy15 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
2 of 2 community members would buy it again.
Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPrunus mume extract~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butyloctyl salicylate~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own
More about Butyloctyl salicylateGlycerin~2.3–2.8%
- 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 GlycerinPrunus mume extract~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 benzoateHydrogenated polyisobutene~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneAcrylates copolymer~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerSilica~1.1–1.4%
1,2-hexanediol~0.5–0.75%
Niacinamide~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideDibutyl adipate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Dibutyl adipateEthylhexyl triazone~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Ethylhexyl triazonePolyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateCetearyl olivate~0.35–0.65%
Cetearyl alcohol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholDicaprylyl carbonate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateSorbitan olivate~0.3–0.55%
Glyceryl stearate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateMethyl glucose sesquistearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Methyl glucose sesquistearateSorbitan stearate~0.3–0.5%
Centella asiatica extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractMadecassoside~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideAsiaticoside~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about AsiaticosideMadecassic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and asiatic acid), madecassic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Madecassic acidAsiatic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and madecassic acid) asiatic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Asiatic acidPentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateDisodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Adenosine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineHyaluronic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidCaprylyl glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.25%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Prunus mume extract, Butyloctyl salicylate, Glycerin, Prunus mume extract, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Acrylates copolymer, Silica, 1,2-hexanediol, Niacinamide, Dibutyl adipate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Cetearyl olivate, Cetearyl alcohol, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Sorbitan olivate, Glyceryl stearate, Methyl glucose sesquistearate, Sorbitan stearate, Centella asiatica extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Madecassic acid, Asiatic acid, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Disodium edta, Adenosine, Hyaluronic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Purito SEOULCentella Green Level Unscented SunYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. AltheaGreen Tea Fresh Sunscreen | SKIN 1004.Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Glow Sun Ampoule PA++++ SPF50+ | ARTOISLa Tulipe Sun Essence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 86% | 84% |
| Price | — | $17.61 | $12.82 | $14.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 11 of 12 | 10 of 12 | 10 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract | Panthenol | Cyclopentasiloxane |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"PURITO - Centella Green Level Unscented Sun" is using UV filters in a relatively low concentration. Because of this, it might not be able to provide reliable sun protection.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: butyloctyl salicylate 3.00% - 3.70%, uvinul a plus 1.90% - 2.30% and uvinul t 0.60% - 0.90%.
Irritation risk
This product does not contain known common irritants and is suitable for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this product 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 say that the product does not leave a white cast.
- When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, two out of two reviewers report that the product does not pill under makeup.
- As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, two out of two reviewers say that it doesn't sting eyes.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "PURITO" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 29 studies and safety reviews.
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