Soleil Toujours

Soleil Toujours Mineral Ally Daily Defense SPF 30

Name: Soleil Toujours - Mineral Ally Daily Defense SPF 30
Brand: Soleil Toujours

SPF 30Efficacy90/100IrritancyHigh·1 UV filter

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Sun protection

SPF 30 · 1 UV filter

Broad spectrum

SPF 30Broad spectrumMineral filters

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.

UV spectrum

UVB290–320 nmUVA II320–340 nmUVA I340–400 nm

Zinc Oxide

FilterCoverageWhat it doesEst. amount

Zinc Oxide Mineral UVBUVA Photo-stable A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant18.9%

Reef-safe

No oxybenzone or octinoxate — the two filters banned in Hawaii, Florida Keys and Aruba.

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

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.

Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: LowCan 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~0.7–1.05%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.4–0.6%

Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceEffect: Low, below effective doseTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin~1.9–2.4%

Evens skin tone

Not advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

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).

Dipotassium glycyrrhizateEffect: Low, below effective doseA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening~0.8–1.15%

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claim

Moderate support

This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract) 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.

Camellia sinensis leaf extractKey activeEffect: MediumCan 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~0.7–1.05%

Pyrus malus fruit extractEffect: LowCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content~1.3–1.6%

TocopherolUnder-dosedEffect: HighPure 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~0.4–0.6%

Moisturizing

Not advertised by the brand · 12 ingredients credited for this claim

Good support

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.

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, cetearyl alcohol.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~6.9–8.4%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~2.4–3%

Hydrolyzed jojoba estersKey activeEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.6–0.9%

Coconut alkanesKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin~5.2–6.4%

Pyrus malus fruit extractKey activeEffect: MediumCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content~1.3–1.6%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~2.8–3.4%

Coco-caprylate/caprateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture~0.6–0.85%

Dipotassium glycyrrhizateUnder-dosedEffect: HighA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening~0.8–1.15%

LecithinEffect: Low, below effective doseUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.45–0.7%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

7 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 5 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 19 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Coco-glucosideUsed as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritatingHigh~1.6–2%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.25–0.4%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.4%est.

GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.2%est.

EugenolA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.1–0.15%est.

CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.05–0.1%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.05–0.1%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~6.9–8.4%est.

Coconut alkanesAn emollient that helps soften the skinMedium~5.2–6.4%est.

Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skinMedium~1.9–2.4%est.

Cetearyl glucosideHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product textureMedium~1.5–1.9%est.

Pyrus malus fruit extractCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar contentMedium~1.3–1.6%est.

Caprylyl/capryl glucosideHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agentMedium~1.1–1.4%est.

Polyhydroxystearic acidUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulationMedium~0.55–0.85%est.

Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.55–0.85%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Comedogenic

2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

2 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Coconut alkanesAn emollient that helps soften the skin2/5~5.2–6.4%est.

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~2.8–3.4%est.

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Ingredients

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Zinc oxide18.9%

UV filterKey active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

A 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

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.9–8.4%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

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Coconut alkanes~5.2–6.4%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Cetearyl alcohol~2.8–3.4%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Glycerin~2.4–3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.9–2.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritationAntibacterialAnti-inflammatoryAnti-blemishAnti-aging

Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin

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Coco-glucoside~1.6–2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Cleansing

Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating

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Cetearyl glucoside~1.5–1.9%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture

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Pyrus malus fruit extract~1.3–1.6%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content

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Caprylyl/capryl glucoside~1.1–1.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent

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Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.8–1.15%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin tone

A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening

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Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.7–1.05%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAntibacterialAnti-agingAnti-blemishEvens skin toneMoisturizing

Can 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

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Butyrospermum parkii nut extract~0.65–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Hydrolyzed jojoba esters~0.6–0.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Coco-caprylate/caprate~0.6–0.85%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture

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Polyhydroxystearic acid~0.55–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation

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Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate~0.55–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Isostearic acid~0.6–0.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a nice product texture

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Sodium phytate~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize product formulations

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Lecithin~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Tocopherol~0.4–0.6%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingMoisturizing

Pure 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

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Xanthan gum~0.35–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Sclerotium gum~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions

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Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Parfum~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Linalool~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Geraniol~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citronellol~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Benzyl acetate~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Nerol~0.1–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Nerol

Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

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Eugenol~0.1–0.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Citral~0.05–0.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Limonene~0.05–0.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Ingredient list view

Zinc oxide, Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Coconut alkanes, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Coco-glucoside, Cetearyl glucoside, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Butyrospermum parkii nut extract, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Isostearic acid, Sodium phytate, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Sclerotium gum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Parfum, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol, Benzyl acetate, Nerol, Benzyl alcohol, Eugenol, Citral, Limonene

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Product summary

We believe that "Soleil Toujours - Mineral Ally Daily Defense SPF 30" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. 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).

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.

Sunscreen filters

It is a mineral sunscreen. It uses zinc oxide for sun protection. Zinc oxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.

Irritation risk

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.