PRODUCT REVIEW

Saltee SPF30 Body Active Sun Lotion

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Moisturizing
Evens skin tone
Sun protection
Anti-aging

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Key actives

Centella asiatica leaf extract 0.2% - 0.35%Panthenol 0.55% - 0.8%

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Product summary

Based on the ingredient list, we assess that "Saltee - SPF30 Body Active Sun Lotion" can provide reliable sun protection. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (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 contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.

Sunscreen filters

This is a so-called "chemical" sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. These are the sun protection ingredients in this sunscreen: avobenzone 3.40% - 4.20%, uvinul a plus 2.60% - 3.10%, octisalate 2.20% - 2.70% and octocrylene 6.00% - 7.30%.

Irritation risk

This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. 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.

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The product retails for 35.00£ in the United Kingdom.

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What can the product work for?

Sun protection

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.

butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 3.4% - 4.2%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Avobenzone. 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.

diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate 2.6% - 3.1%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

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

octocrylene 6% - 7.3%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

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

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

Rich in Nordic Pine Bark and Birch Water, this lightweight body suncream helps combat and prevent hyper-pigmentation, while working to purify and hydrate the skin for a beautiful, radiant finish.

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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).

dipotassium glycyrrhizate 0.15% - 0.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Rich in Nordic Pine Bark and Birch Water, this lightweight body suncream helps combat and prevent hyper-pigmentation, while working to purify and hydrate the skin for a beautiful, radiant finish.

Source: Face the future

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: glycerin, butylene glycol.

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: cocos nucifera oil, vitis vinifera seed oil.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-1, panthenol

panthenol 0.55% - 0.8%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

glycerin 1.1% - 1.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

acetyl hexapeptide-1 0.35% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

Anti-aging

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.

These ingredients in the product might also be helpful for reducing and preventing fine lines, wrinkles, and skin elasticity, even though there is no conclusive evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-1, centella asiatica leaf extract.

centella asiatica leaf extract 0.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.

acetyl hexapeptide-1 0.35% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

centella asiatica leaf extract 0.2% - 0.35%

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Works for: Reduces redness, Reduces irritation, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-aging, Anti-blemish

panthenol 0.55% - 0.8%

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Works for: Reduces redness, Moisturizing, Reduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Potential irritants

citrus aurantium amara flower water 2.3% - 2.8%

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A citrus plant essential oil (in a less concentrated format). Used as a fragrance and can be irritating

parfum 0.1% - 0.2%

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An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

Comodogenic ingredients

isopropyl palmitate 0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency

cocos nucifera oil 0.25% - 0.45%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic

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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

octocrylene 6% - 7.3%

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Works for: Sun protection

ethyl methoxycinnamate 4.2% - 5.2%

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Ingredient list view

Water, Octocrylene, Ethyl methoxycinnamate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Citrus aurantium amara flower water, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Isoamyl laurate, Isoamyl cocoate, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Panthenol, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Oryza sativa starch, Butylene glycol, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Isopropyl palmitate, Lecithin, Acetyl hexapeptide-1, Pinus sylvestris bark extract, Betula alba juice, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Caprylyl glycol, Vp/eicosene copolymer, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Cocos nucifera oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Parfum, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid

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SPF	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 60
Key ingredients	acetyl hexapeptide-1 panthenol +10 more	Common: panthenol butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +3 more Other: diethylhexyl butamido triazone bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +1 more	Common: acetyl hexapeptide-1 butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +3 more Other: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine dimethicone +1 more	Common: panthenol butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +3 more Other: dimethicone bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +1 more	Common: panthenol butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +2 more Other: butyloctyl salicylate dimethicone +2 more	Common: panthenol butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +2 more Other: dimethicone ethylhexyl triazone +4 more	Common: panthenol butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +3 more Other: gluconolactone butyloctyl salicylate +13 more	Common: panthenol cocos nucifera oil +1 more Other: helianthus annuus seed oil polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate +3 more	Common: panthenol caprylic/capric triglyceride +2 more Other: ethylhexyl triazone helianthus annuus seed oil +8 more	Common: panthenol glycerin +1 more Other: ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid +5 more	Common: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane caprylic/capric triglyceride +2 more Other: butyloctyl salicylate dimethicone +3 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW
Potential Irritants	parfum Has skin benefit? citrus aurantium amara flower water Has skin benefit? +19 more	alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +11 more	parfum Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +17 more	alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? +9 more	psidium guajava fruit extract Has skin benefit? carica papaya fruit extract Has skin benefit? +15 more	parfum Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? +9 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? acacia decurrens flower wax Has skin benefit? +20 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +6 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +16 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +12 more	p-anisic acid Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +16 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +36 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +23 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl salicylate Has skin benefit? +36 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +22 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +30 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +41 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +22 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +24 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +32 more

PRODUCT REVIEW

Saltee SPF30 Body Active Sun Lotion

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What can the product work for?

Works for

Sun protection

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

Moisturizing

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Anti-aging

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