Replenix UltiMATTE Perfection SPF 50 Plus
Works for
5 of 5 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 2 UV filtersBroad spectrum
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.
It is a mineral sunscreen. In other words, it contains non-organic UV filters. It will probably not sting your eyes but might leave a white cast.
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-oxidationAscorbic acid, Resveratrol + 4 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (ascorbic acid, resveratrol, ubiquinone) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - centella asiatica extract, emblica officinalis fruit extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
MoisturizingCeramide 2, Ubiquinone + 8 moreStrong evidence
“Worn alone or as a primer, this antioxidant enriched, multi-tasking formula provides mattifying, all day oil control and gentle hydration for even the most sensitive 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:
cyclomethicone, peg-8.
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: cyclomethicone, neopentyl glycol diheptanoate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 2
Anti-agingAscorbic acid, Resveratrol + 2 moreStrong evidence
“This next generation BB cream combines superior broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection with a universal, skin perfecting tint that reduces the signs of aging, diffuses imperfections and evens skin tone.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains ascorbic acid.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: centella asiatica extract, resveratrol.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
This product can also help prevent early signs of skin aging because it offers a good level of broad spectrum sun protection. Sun damage is the main cause of premature skin aging, and protecting your skin from the sun is the best anti-aging strategy.
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid, Emblica officinalis fruit extract + 1 moreStrong evidence
“This next generation BB cream combines superior broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection with a universal, skin perfecting tint that reduces the signs of aging, diffuses imperfections and evens skin tone.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: ascorbic acid.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: emblica officinalis fruit extract, resveratrol.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection. It means that it can prevent hyperpigmentation and help keep the skin tone even (sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Ascorbic acidMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Zinc oxide16.2%
- 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 oxideAscorbic acid~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidBiotin~5.3–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect
More about BiotinCamellia sinensis polyphenols~3.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica extract~3.2–4.8%
- 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 extractCeramide 2~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Ceramide 2Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconeCyclomethicone~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeDimethicone crosspolymer~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerEmblica officinalis fruit extract~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helping in neutralizing free radicals in skin. It could help reduce hyperpigmentation. There is some research to confirm its effectiveness in skin
More about Emblica officinalis fruit extractGlyceryl isostearate~0.9–1.35%
Iron oxides~0.55–1.3%
- 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 oxidesLauryl peg/ppg-18/18 methicone~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. It might be irritating for some people
More about Lauryl peg/ppg-18/18 methiconeLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.4–0.95%
- 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 filtrateMethyl trimethicone~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
More about Methyl trimethiconeNeopentyl glycol diheptanoate~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Neopentyl glycol diheptanoatePeg-8~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Methyltriethoxysilane~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phospholipids~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidWater~0.15–0.65%
Resveratrol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, as well as even out the skin tone
More about ResveratrolSilica~0.2–0.8%
Silica dimethyl silylate~0.15–0.5%
Titanium dioxide~0.1–0.35%
- 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 dioxideTocopheryl acetate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateUbiquinone~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about UbiquinoneIngredient list view
Zinc oxide, Ascorbic acid, Biotin, Camellia sinensis polyphenols, Centella asiatica extract, Ceramide 2, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Emblica officinalis fruit extract, Glyceryl isostearate, Iron oxides, Lauryl peg/ppg-18/18 methicone, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Methyl trimethicone, Neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, Peg-8, Methyltriethoxysilane, Phospholipids, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Water, Resveratrol, Silica, Silica dimethyl silylate, Titanium dioxide, Tocopheryl acetate, Ubiquinone
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| ReplenixUltiMATTE Perfection SPF 50 PlusYOUR PRODUCT | Dr Dennis GrossSheer Mineral Sun Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Protection | Dr. Bailey Skin CareSheer Strength Pure Physical Invisible Sunscreen, SPF 50 | BeautyStatUniversal C Skin Refiner Broad Spectrum SPF 50 | |
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| Match | — | 75% | 72% | 70% |
| Price | — | — | — | $85.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Linoleic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, we believe that "Replenix - UltiMATTE Perfection SPF 50 Plus" can offer reliable sun protection. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. (UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
This moisturizer should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).
Sunscreen filters
This moisturizer is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for sun protection. Both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide almost never irritate even the most sensitive skin and eyes, but can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains actives that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 44.00$ 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 21 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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