PRODUCT REVIEW
Sarah Chapman Skinesis Skin Insurance SPF30
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Sun protection
octocrylene
3.6% -
4.4%
Irritation risk:
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
butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
2.1% -
2.6%
Irritation risk:
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.
homosalate
5.2% -
6.4%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against 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. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
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Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Results Perfects and protects skin from infrared, thermal and UV ageing, helping to reverse signs of damage and increase tolerance to UV.
nonapeptide-1
0.25% -
0.45%
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
cyclotetrapeptide-24 aminocyclohexane carboxylate
0.25% -
0.45%
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
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A stable oil-soluble derivative of vitamin B5. It can help support skin barrier and reduce inflammation in skin
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Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Directions Every morning after moisturising, smooth Sarah Chapman Skinesis Skin Insurance SPF 30 evenly over face and neck. Re-apply as required.
squalane
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An 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.
dimethiconol
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
ectoin
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
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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
0.45% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Helps oil and water mix together. Might help suppress growth of acne-triggering bacteria in skin
niacinamide
0.25% -
0.45%
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
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% -
0.45%
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-oxidation
polygonum aviculare extract
0.3% -
0.55%
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
limnanthes alba seed oil
0.3% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Sun protection | |
| Anti-aging | |
| Moisturizing |
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
3.2% -
3.9%
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
alcohol
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
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Comodogenic ingredients
plankton extract
0.25% -
0.45%
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% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-aging,
Evens skin tone,
Moisturizing,
Anti-blemish,
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
0.2% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-blemish,
Reduces irritation,
Reduces redness,
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
3.2% -
3.9%
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
alcohol
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
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Comodogenic ingredients
plankton extract
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
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homosalate
5.2% -
6.4%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against 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. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
ethylhexyl salicylate
4.5% -
5.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
Octisalate. 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
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Ingredient list view
Water, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Glycerin, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Potassium cetyl phosphate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Dimethicone, Nylon-12 fluorescent brightener 230 salt, Isomalt, Phenoxyethanol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Silica, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Octadecenedioic acid, Butylene glycol, Saccharide isomerate, Panthenyl triacetate, Xanthan gum, Squalane, Alcohol, Dimethiconol, Ethyl linoleate, Benzoic acid, Tocopheryl acetate, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Dehydroacetic acid, Lepidium meyenii root extract, Oleyl alcohol, Cedrus atlantica bark oil, Parfum, Lecithin, Cichorium intybus root extract, Ectoin, Polyvinylalcohol crosspolymer, Stearyl triethoxysilane, Sodium hydroxide, Niacinamide, Polygonum aviculare extract, Sodium starch octenylsuccinate, Calcium pantothenate, Maltodextrin, Tocopherol, Buddleja davidii extract, Ethyl ferulate, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Polyglyceryl-5 trioleate, Santalum spicata wood oil, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Allantoin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Plankton extract, Vitis vinifera fruit cell extract, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Rosa damascena flower oil, Pyridoxine hcl, Bht, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Sodium citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbic acid, Disodium uridine phosphate, Dextran, Nonapeptide-1, Cyclotetrapeptide-24 aminocyclohexane carboxylate, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl cinnamate, Citral, Citronellol, Eugenol, Farnesol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77492, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Iron oxides, Ci 77499, Iron oxides
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