
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.
This sunscreen uses organic (so-called "chemical") sunscreen filters. Organic, or "chemical" filters usually provide reliable sun protection and rarely leave a white cast. Sunscreens with organic filters can sting eyes.
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.
“This powerhouse double act works in unison to deliver moisturising benefits to the complexion, helping to maintain youthful-looking skin for longer.”
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:
arginine, citrulline.
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: arginine, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
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).
“This powerhouse double act works in unison to deliver moisturising benefits to the complexion, helping to maintain youthful-looking skin for longer.”
This product can 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.
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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 benzoateA UV filter. Effective against UVB rays, but does not protect against the most aging UVA light
More about Polysilicone-15Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
More about Isoamyl laurateEnhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateOne 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 GlycerinProduces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.An emollient that softens the skin and helps prevent moisture loss.
More about Cetearyl isononanoateOctisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not 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
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCan be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinateEnsulizole. A UV filter that is effective against UVB rays. Does not protect against UVA light. It is photostable and can be used to help stabilize other sunscreen ingredients. It is water-soluble meaning that it can help create lighter sunscreen formulations
More about Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acidTinosorb A2B. A UV filter. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Soluble in water, which helps to create lighter sunscreen formulations. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA in the US yet
More about Tris-biphenyl triazineTinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Approved by the US FDA in 2026 (listed as bemotrizinol on US labels).
More about Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazineUvinul 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 triazoneAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneA plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound
More about Citrullus lanatus fruit extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysineA 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 acetateAn amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about CitrullineUsed to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product finish on the skin
More about Diheptyl succinateActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolUsed 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 glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideHelps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymerHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactoneUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphateCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolWater, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Polysilicone-15, Isoamyl laurate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Glycerin, Alcohol denat., Cetearyl isononanoate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Pentylene glycol, Cellulose, Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate, Phenoxyethyl caprylate, Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, Tris-biphenyl triazine, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Ethylhexyl triazone, Arginine, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Cetyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Squalane, Tapioca starch, Nelumbo nucifera leaf cell extract, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Crocus sativus flower extract, Panthenol, Lauroyl lysine, Tocopheryl acetate, Citrulline, Microcrystalline cellulose, Cellulose gum, Diheptyl succinate, Propanediol, Butylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Glyceryl stearate, Decyl glucoside, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer, Pantolactone, Xanthan gum, Disodium phosphate, Disodium edta, Citric acid, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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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.
| RITUALSThe Ritual of Namaste SPF 50 Daily Sun ProtectionYOUR PRODUCT | BionikeDefence Sun No-Shine Face Fluid SPF50+ | BABORDoctor Babor Protect Cellular: Protecting Balm SPF50 | EUBOSCool & Calm - Redness Relieving CC Cream SPF 50 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 53% | 53% |
| Price | — | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 13 | 9 of 13 | 7 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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We assess that "RITUALS - The Ritual of Namaste SPF 50 Daily Sun Protection" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredient list. 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).
It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).
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. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: tinosorb s 0.60% - 0.85%, uvinul a plus 5.70% - 6.90%, octisalate 1.70% - 2.10%, uvinul t 0.60% - 0.85%, ensulizole 0.70% - 1.00%, polysilicone-15 4.50% - 5.50% and tinosrob a2b 0.45% - 0.65%.
This sunscreen contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the 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.
The product retails from 29.90£ up to 40.04£ in the United Kingdom.
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