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Purlisse TRAVEL - Perfect Glow BB Cream SPF 30
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Sun protection
titanium dioxide
2.4% -
2.9%
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
3.5%
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
homosalate
5.1% -
6.2%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
~ improves skin texture ~ reduces fine lines & wrinkles ~ protects skin with SPF 30 ~ antioxidant rich moisturizer ~ creates a radiant complexion ~ skin perfecting color ~ evens skin tone ~ unique matte meets dewy finish
adenosine
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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)
tocopherol
0.3% -
0.55%
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
What does the product description say?
~ improves skin texture ~ reduces fine lines & wrinkles ~ protects skin with SPF 30 ~ antioxidant rich moisturizer ~ creates a radiant complexion ~ skin perfecting color ~ evens skin tone ~ unique matte meets dewy finish
arbutin
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
Anti-oxidation
cornus officinalis fruit extract
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A plant extract that contains anti-oxidants. It might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used to help preserve the product formulation
arbutin
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
schisandra chinensis fruit extract
0.15% -
0.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A berry extract that might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Sun protection | |
| Anti-aging | |
| 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: 0
Potential irritants
sorbitan sesquioleate
0.6% -
0.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Cleansing
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
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Comodogenic ingredients
No comodogenic ingredients detected
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
tocopherol
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-aging
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
adenosine
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-aging,
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
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)
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Potential irritants
sorbitan sesquioleate
0.6% -
0.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Cleansing
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
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Comodogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
homosalate
5.1% -
6.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
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Ingredient list view
Water, Homosalate, Isotridecyl isononanoate, Zinc oxide, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77492, Butylene glycol, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Propylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Arbutin, Synthetic beeswax, Ci 77491, Ci 77499, Sodium chloride, Tribehenin, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Stearalkonium hectorite, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitan isostearate, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Olea europaea fruit oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Cymbopogon martini oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Michelia alba flower oil, Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Tocopherol, Jasminum officinale oil, 1,2-hexanediol, Bacillus ferment, Cornus officinalis fruit extract, Crataegus oxyacantha fruit extract, Gardenia jasminoides fruit extract, Lycium chinense fruit extract, Schisandra chinensis fruit extract, Linalool, Limonene
Sources
- Opinion on Homosalate - Scientific Committee on Consumer Products
- 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
- Sorbitan sesquioleate, a common emulsifier in topical corticosteroids, is an important contact allergen
- Arbutin - Commentaty
- TOPICAL TREATMENT OF MELASMA
- Evaluation of anti-wrinkle efficacy of adenosine-containing products using the FOITS technique
- Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oil
- Safety Assessment of Citrus-Derived Peel Oils as Used in Cosmetics
- Oxidized citrus oil (R-limonene): A frequent skin sensitizer in Europe
- Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenes
- Oxidized citrus oil (R-limonene): A frequent skin sensitizer in Europe
- Fragrance Compound Geraniol Forms Contact Allergens on Air Exposure. Identification and Quantification of Oxidation Products and Effect on Skin Sensitization
- Vitamin E in dermatology
- Vitamin E and Skin Health
- The influence of alkane chain length on the skin irritation potential of 1,2-alkanediols