
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.
It is a mineral sunscreen. In other words, it contains non-organic UV filters. It will probably not sting your eyes but might leave a white cast.
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.
“Fortified with Hyaluronic Acid and Celtic Water, the fast-absorbing, fresh-textured blemish balm locks in moisture and hydration, whilst White Sapphire Powder reflects light to minimise the appearance of wrinkles and imperfections for a flawless, picture-perfect finish.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
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.
“Fortified with Hyaluronic Acid and Celtic Water, the fast-absorbing, fresh-textured blemish balm locks in moisture and hydration, whilst White Sapphire Powder reflects light to minimise the appearance of wrinkles and imperfections for a flawless, picture-perfect finish.”
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, phenyl trimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 3
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 (arbutin) 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 improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneWorks 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 dioxideA broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideOne 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 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 silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneA type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateA 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 DimethiconeBeta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
More about ArbutinA 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 dimethiconeA type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprateIs 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 acidHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateHelps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 isostearateIs used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateA type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Hexyl laurateA 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 help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 3The 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 preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumA red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Phenyl trimethicone, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Isopropyl myristate, Dimethicone, Arbutin, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Magnesium sulfate, Disteardimonium hectorite, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Aluminum hydroxide, Stearic acid, Sorbitan isostearate, Quaternium-18 bentonite, Caprylyl dimethicone ethoxy glucoside, Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, Propylene carbonate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hexyl laurate, Tocopheryl acetate, Adenosine, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Sodium hyaluronate, Fructan, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Bertholletia excelsa seed oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Ceramide 3, Alumina, Disodium edta, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Parfum, Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499
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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.
| Skin79Super Plus Beblesh Balm SPF40 PA+++ - PurpleYOUR PRODUCT | LANEIGEBB Cushion Anti-Aging | TOSOWOONGMen's Booster CC Cream Plus | DEWYTREEUrban Shade Cover & Fit Sun Cushion SPF50+ PA++++ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 46% | 45% |
| Price | — | — | $16.60 | $11.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 13 | 7 of 13 | 8 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Octinoxate | Cera Alba | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 40 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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The ingredient list suggests that "Skin79 - Super Plus Beblesh Balm SPF40 PA+++ - Purple" can provide reliable sun protection. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because 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. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
This moisturizer is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for sun protection. Both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide almost never irritate even the most sensitive skin and eyes, but can leave a white cast.
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. 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 28.90£ in the United Kingdom.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
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