
4 of 4 advertised claims delivered
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.
“wrinkled skin that has lost its vibrancy and elasticity”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: centella asiatica extract, madecassoside.
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 can also 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.
“comfortably hydrating”
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethiconol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: madecassoside, niacinamide
“brightening ingredients”
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).
This product contains antioxidants (madecassoside) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - centella asiatica extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
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.


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Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Dibutyl adipateWorks 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 dioxideActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideA 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. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractEnhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateUvinul 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 benzoateUvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Ethylhexyl triazoneIs 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 NiacinamideA 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 methiconeUvasorb HEB. A UV filter. Is effective against UVB and UVA II rays (but not UVA I). It is photostable. Unfortunately, is not approved by FDA (US) yet
More about Diethylhexyl butamido triazoneUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateOne 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 GlycerinUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidUsed to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerUsed to improve the product adherence to the skin, for example, to pro-long the protective effect of sunscreens. Can be irritating to very sensitive skin
More about Vp/eicosene copolymerA 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
More about DimethiconolHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidThe same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateHelps create a thicker product formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose stearoxy etherHelps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumUsed to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateAn antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideUsed to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholAn amino acid that is effective in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone. It can also help in skin barrier recovery. It is used to treat melasma, especially with injections and when taken orally
More about Tranexamic acidHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolUsed 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 glycolA red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Water, Dibutyl adipate, Titanium dioxide, Propanediol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Centella asiatica extract, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Niacinamide, Caprylyl methicone, Diethylhexyl butamido triazone, 1,2-hexanediol, Pentylene glycol, Corchorus olitorius leaf extract, Hordeum vulgare sprout extract, Nymphaea alba flower extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Glycerin, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Vp/eicosene copolymer, Dimethiconol, Trisiloxane, Stearic acid, Alumina, Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose stearoxy ether, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan gum, Unknown, Sodium polyacrylate, Madecassoside, Pvm/ma copolymer, Polyether-1, T-butyl alcohol, Tranexamic acid, Dipropylene glycol, Sodium palmitoyl proline, Butylene glycol, Ci 77492, Ci 77491
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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.
| SKIN 1004.Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Tone Up SunscreenYOUR PRODUCT | innisfreeGreen Tea Hyaluronic Hydrating Sun Serum SPF50 Sérum Solaire | Dr. AltheaGreen Tea Fresh Sunscreen | KnoursKoolsol Ultra Light Invisible Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 82% | 80% |
| Price | $13.88 | $24.00+$10.12 | $17.94+$4.06 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 13 | 6 of 13 | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Madecassic Acid | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
We believe that "SKIN 1004. - Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Tone Up Sunscreen" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
It contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.
This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: uvinul a plus, uvasorb heb and uvinul t. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
This product does not contain known common irritants and is suitable for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be low. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 24.50A$ in Australia and for 13.88$ in the United States.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 27 studies and safety reviews.
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