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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.
“In addition to providing broad-spectrum SPF 50 PA ++++ protection, the EWG green formula also features soothing centella asiatica and moisturizing galactomyces ferment filtrate.”
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:
cyclomethicone, fructooligosaccharides.
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: helianthus annuus seed oil, phenyl trimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: madecassoside
“A sheet mask that targets anti-aging with yeast and rice ferments that deeply moisturize, lessen the appearance of wrinkles and give skin a healthy, youthful glow.”
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.
These ingredients in the product might also be helpful for reducing and preventing fine lines, wrinkles, and skin elasticity, even though there is no conclusive evidence for their effectiveness: centella asiatica extract, galactomyces ferment filtrate, madecassoside.
This product contains antioxidants (galactomyces ferment filtrate, 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 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).
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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
More about Zinc oxideWorks 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 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 extractA yeast ferment filtrate (also known as Pitera - a trademarked name for the filtrate reserved by the SK-II brand). It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, can help neutralize antioxidants and can be helpful in evening out the skin tone. It might be somewhat helpful in preventing premature skin aging but solid evidence is lacking. A small manufacturer study also shows that, when used in high concentrations, it can help reduce sebum production and help against blocked pores
More about Galactomyces ferment filtrateA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneA 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 oxideWorks 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 PropanediolHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Dibutyl adipateA 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 methiconeA type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteHelps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconeIs 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 to create a nice silky product texture
More about C30-45 alkyl cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymerHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateUsed to create an even product consistency. Can help boost efficiency of sunscreen filters
More about Styrene/acrylates copolymerHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene 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 glycolAn emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolA 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 extractA yeast ferment filtrate (also known as Pitera - a trademarked name for the filtrate reserved by the SK-II brand). It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, can help neutralize antioxidants and can be helpful in evening out the skin tone. It might be somewhat helpful in preventing premature skin aging but solid evidence is lacking. A small manufacturer study also shows that, when used in high concentrations, it can help reduce sebum production and help against blocked pores
More about Galactomyces ferment filtrateAn essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilA plant oil that because of its high content of alpha-linolenic acid help support skin barrier function and moisturize the skin
More about Echium plantagineum seed oilA plant extract that typically contains linolenic and linoleic acids that help soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Salvia hispanica seed extractHelp attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesCreates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties but evidence is missing
More about Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extractA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiablesAn 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 MadecassosideHelps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateUsed to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateA type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeHelps create a non-greasy finish on the skin
More about UndecanePure 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 TocopherolUsed to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerA type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeZinc oxide, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Centella asiatica extract, Galactomyces ferment filtrate, Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc oxide, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Dibutyl adipate, Caprylyl methicone, 1,2-hexanediol, Disteardimonium hectorite, Magnesium sulfate, Hydrogen dimethicone, Aluminum hydroxide, C30-45 alkyl cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Styrene/acrylates copolymer, Stearic acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Pentylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Octyldodecanol, Centella asiatica extract, Galactomyces ferment filtrate, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Echium plantagineum seed oil, Salvia hispanica seed extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Fructooligosaccharides, Saccharide hydrolysate, Pullulan, Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables, Madecassoside, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Cyclomethicone, Undecane, Tridecane, Tocopherol, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Phenyl trimethicone
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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.
| SUNTIQUEI'm Pure Cica SuncreamYOUR PRODUCT | Make P:remUV Defense Me. Blue Ray Sun Fluid SPF50+ PA++++ | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% |
| Price | $24.00 | $41.69+$17.69 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 13 of 17 |
| Key difference | — | Anhydroxylitol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
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We assess that "SUNTIQUE - I'm Pure Cica Suncream" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredient list. 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. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).
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 moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without 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.
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