PRODUCT REVIEW
Sarah Chapman Skin Insurance SPF50 Invisible
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Sun protection
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
Tinosorb M. A UV filter. Is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It also provides some protection against visible light. It is photostable and can also be used to improve photostability of other sunscreen ingredients. Its physical properties help to create lightweight sunscreen formulations. It can leave a slight white cast. Unfortunately, it is not approved by the FDA (US) yet
bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine
3.6% -
4.4%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.
diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate
2.5% -
3.1%
Irritation risk:
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
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Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Revealing an invisible, second-skin finish, the advanced sunscreen is formulated with antioxidant-rich, mineral complexes to help soften the appearance of fine lines, while harmonising the skin tone and texture.
nonapeptide-1
0.1% -
0.2%
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
panthenyl triacetate
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A stable oil-soluble derivative of vitamin B5. It can help support skin barrier and reduce inflammation in skin
niacinamide
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture.
The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
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Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
Revealing an invisible, second-skin finish, the advanced sunscreen is formulated with antioxidant-rich, mineral complexes to help soften the appearance of fine lines, while harmonising the skin tone and texture.
ethyl linoleate
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Helps reduce acne and blemishes. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce inflammation. Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are lacking
niacinamide
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture.
The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
Anti-blemish
ethyl linoleate
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps reduce acne and blemishes. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce inflammation. Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are lacking
octadecenedioic acid
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Helps oil and water mix together. Might help suppress growth of acne-triggering bacteria in skin
sodium ascorbyl phosphate
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
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Moisturizing
saccharide isomerate
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
ethyl linoleate
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps reduce acne and blemishes. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce inflammation. Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are lacking
glycerin
0.3% -
0.5%
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
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Anti-oxidation
polygonum aviculare extract
0.3% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that contains a flavanol Juglanin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce inflammation
pyridoxine hcl
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Might help neutralize free radicals in skin
tocopherol
0.25% -
0.5%
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
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Sun protection | |
| Anti-aging | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
100/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Potential irritants
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
5.7% -
6.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
Octinoxate. 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
propylene glycol
0.9% -
1.1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
plankton extract
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
niacinamide
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-aging,
Anti-blemish,
Moisturizing,
Evens skin tone,
Reduces irritation,
Reduces redness,
Anti-inflammatory,
Antibacterial
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture.
The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
allantoin
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Reduces redness,
Anti-blemish,
Reduces irritation,
Exfoliation
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
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Potential irritants
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
5.7% -
6.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
Octinoxate. 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
propylene glycol
0.9% -
1.1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
plankton extract
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
All ingredients
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
5.7% -
6.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
Octinoxate. 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
cyclopentasiloxane
4.4% -
5.4%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Mattifying,
Moisturizing
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
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Ingredient list view
Water, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Ethylhexyl triazone, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Dimethicone, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Dicaprylyl ether, Propylene glycol, Lauroyl lysine, Nylon-12 fluorescent brightener 230 salt, Methyl gluceth-20, Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, Isomalt, Phenoxyethanol, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Diisopropyl sebacate, Lauryl lactate, Glycerin, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Butylene glycol, Octadecenedioic acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Saccharide isomerate, Panthenyl triacetate, Parfum, Ethyl linoleate, Decyl glucoside, Benzoic acid, Tocopheryl acetate, Xanthan gum, Sodium hydroxide, Dehydroacetic acid, Lepidium meyenii root extract, Oleyl alcohol, Polyvinylalcohol crosspolymer, Cichorium intybus root extract, Niacinamide, Polygonum aviculare extract, Sodium starch octenylsuccinate, Lecithin, Calcium pantothenate, Maltodextrin, Buddleja davidii extract, Ethyl ferulate, Polyglyceryl-5 trioleate, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Allantoin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Plankton extract, Benzyl benzoate, Vitis vinifera fruit cell extract, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Citronellol, Linalool, Tocopherol, Geraniol, Pyridoxine hcl, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Sodium citrate, Farnesol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzyl cinnamate, Sorbic acid, Hydrolyzed rna, Silica, Bht, Dextran, Nonapeptide-1
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