
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.
“Meanwhile, Profense CEL, Nature Surge Complex and the moisturising formula combine to both pre-empt and lessen lines, delay development of dark spots and deflect the ageing impact of free radicals.”
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).
“Meanwhile, Profense CEL, Nature Surge Complex and the moisturising formula combine to both pre-empt and lessen lines, delay development of dark spots and deflect the ageing impact of free radicals.”
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.
“Meanwhile, Profense CEL, Nature Surge Complex and the moisturising formula combine to both pre-empt and lessen lines, delay development of dark spots and deflect the ageing impact of free radicals.”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: dimethicone, isopropyl myristate.


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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
More about AlcoholHelps soften the upper layer of the skin without creatng a greasy finish
More about Diisopropyl sebacateA 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 OctocryleneHelps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerA 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 DimethiconeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateWorks as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideImproves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateAvobenzone. 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 methoxydibenzoylmethaneA type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeA type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteUsed 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 to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneA type of silicone that helps create a nice product consistency and support the delivery of other ingredients
More about TrimethylsiloxysilicateA type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconeOne 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 GlycerinAn emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneA 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 PolymethylsilsesquioxaneHelps water and oil mix together
More about Dextrin palmitateTinosorb 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.
More about Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazineUvinul 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 benzoateMineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHelps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconePrevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPure 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
More about TocopherolA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAn emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss
More about Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl etherHelps to dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-6Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateWater, Alcohol, Diisopropyl sebacate, Octocrylene, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Peg/ppg-9/2 dimethyl ether, Dimethicone, Triethylhexanoin, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Titanium dioxide, Isohexadecane, Isopropyl myristate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Disteardimonium hectorite, Butylene glycol, Polybutylene glycol/ppg-9/1 copolymer, Hydrogenated polydecene, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Glycerin, Isododecane, Sorbitan sesquiisostearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dextrin palmitate, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Hydrated silica, Paraffinum liquidum, Phenoxyethanol, Microcrystalline wax, Disodium edta, Hydrogen dimethicone, Paraffin, Parfum, Silica, Talc, Tocopherol, Bht, Limonene, Linalool, Stearic acid, Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl ether, Peg-6, Citronellol, Hexyl cinnamal, Saxifraga sarmentosa extract, Sodium metabisulfite, Citral, Geraniol, Syzygium jambos leaf extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Ononis spinosa root extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Sophora angustifolia root extract
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| ShiseidoSustainable Expert Sun Protector Cream SPF50+YOUR PRODUCT | VichyIdéal Soleil Invisible Hydrating Mist SPF50 + Soothing After-Sun Milk Free | Piz BuinGlacier Cream - High SPF30 | NiveaKids Protect & Care Sun Lotion SPF 50+ | |
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| Match | — | 54% | 54% | 53% |
| Price | — | $21.12 | $14.67 | $5.35 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 16 | 6 of 16 | 3 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Petrolatum | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Based on the ingredients included, we believe that "Shiseido - Sustainable Expert Sun Protector Cream SPF50+" can offer 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).
Because it includes good moisturizing ingredients, it can also work as a hydrating day cream. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).
This is a "mixed" sunscreen in the sense that it uses both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") sun filters. The organic filters in the product are: tinosorb s, avobenzone and octocrylene. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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.
The product retails for 35.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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