
3 of 3 advertised claims delivered
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.
“The Vitamin C enriched formula also works to diminish the look of fine lines to reveal a brighter, renewed complexion.”
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).
“The Vitamin C enriched formula also works to diminish the look of fine lines to reveal a brighter, renewed complexion.”
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.
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:
anhydroxylitol, 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: butyrospermum parkii butter, theobroma cacao seed butter.


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A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneOctinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateSame as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption
More about Benzophenone-3A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Acacia decurrens/jojoba/sunflower seed wax polyglyceryl-3 estersAvobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneOne 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 GlycerinUsed 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 glycolA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolUsed to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolHelps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterA 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 aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneA silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidWater, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Benzophenone-3, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Acacia decurrens/jojoba/sunflower seed wax polyglyceryl-3 esters, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Tapioca starch, Ascorbyl glucoside, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glyceryl stearate se, Stearic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus sinensis fruit water, Polyacrylamide, Xylitylglucoside, Benzyl alcohol, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Anhydroxylitol, C13-14 isoparaffin, Xanthan gum, Lecithin, Xylitol, Disodium edta, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium sulfite, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Tocopheryl acetate, Parfum, Limonene, Laureth-7, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dehydroacetic acid, Linalool, Geraniol, Citral, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid
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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.
| RodialVit C SPF30 MoisturizerYOUR PRODUCT | this worksSkincare In Transit Skin Defence SPF30 | NIP+FABNourishing SPF30 Moisturiser | Make P:remUV Defense Me. Blue Ray Sun Gel SPF50+ PA++++ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 66% | 58% | 53% |
| Price | $85.93 | $31.73−$54.20 | $39.60−$46.33 | $31.90−$54.03 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 13 of 14 | 8 of 14 | 5 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil | Dimethicone | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | Low | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Based on the ingredient list, we assess that "Rodial - Vit C SPF30 Moisturizer" can provide 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).
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.
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: oxybenzone 3.40% - 4.10%, avobenzone 2.10% - 2.60%, octinoxate 4.30% - 5.30% and octocrylene 5.40% - 6.50%.
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. 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.
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Rodial" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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