
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
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.
“It works to correct dark spots, balancing the skin's tone and reducing the impact of environmental stress.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: hexylresorcinol.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
This product can also help with skin tone because it offers sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations. This is why sun protection is the best strategy for maintaining an even skin tone. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
“Phyto Blanc Correcting Brightening Moisturizer SPF50+”
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: dimethicone, glycine soja oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, panthenol
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
This product contains antioxidants (hexylresorcinol) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

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A 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 DimethiconeWorks 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 dioxideOne 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 GlycerinA type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeIs 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
More about NiacinamideUsed to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerIs used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolHelps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Macadamia integrifolia seed oilHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolA 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 acetateMight be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about HexylresorcinolA plant extract containing sugars that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed by the manufacturer to help reduce pore size but evidence is lacking
More about Lens esculenta fruit extractAn active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose dilaurateA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking
More about Rosa canina fruit extractMight be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lacking
More about Pisum sativum extractAn essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilUsed 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 water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 isostearateA 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 dimethiconeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Hexyl laurateUsed to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIs used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateA good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
More about P-anisic acidAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPure 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 LimoneneA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeWater, Dimethicone, Titanium dioxide, Glycerin, Caprylyl methicone, Polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Niacinamide, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Aluminum hydroxide, Stearic acid, Pentylene glycol, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Panthenol, Tocopheryl acetate, Hexylresorcinol, Lens esculenta fruit extract, Polygonum fagopyrum seed extract, Bisabolol, Sucrose dilaurate, Rosa canina fruit extract, Pisum sativum extract, Thymus serpyllum extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Thymus mastichina flower oil, Salvia officinalis oil, Butylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Hexyl laurate, Sodium chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Stearalkonium hectorite, Silica, Disodium edta, Citric acid, Propylene carbonate, Isoceteth-10, Polysorbate 20, Glycine soja oil, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium hydroxide, P-anisic acid, Parfum, Sorbic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Tocopherol, Linalool, Limonene, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Citronellol, Citral, Coumarin, Geraniol, Eugenol
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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.
| Sisley-ParisPhyto Blanc Correcting Brightening Moisturizer SPF50+YOUR PRODUCT | EkelAqua Sun Block AHA BHA PHA SPF 50PA+++ | ROVECTINSkin Essentials Deep Moisture UV Protector SPF50+ PA++++ | AltruistSunscreen Fluid SPF50 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 84% | 83% |
| Price | $252.31 | — | — | $11.90−$240.41 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 5 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Adenosine | Uvinul T |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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"Sisley-Paris - Phyto Blanc Correcting Brightening Moisturizer SPF50+" does not provide enough UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage the skin, leading to early signs of aging and pigmentation issues.
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).
It is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide for sun protection. Titanium dioxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
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 it 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 from 190.85£ up to 5134.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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