SUNTIQUE I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 35 · 1 UV filter · Partial spectrumWeak protectionLow filter dose
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.
MoisturizingMadecassoside, Betaine + 13 moreStrong evidence
“The moisturizing formula instantly absorbs into skin without leaving behind a white cast, greasy film or a telltale sunscreen scent.”
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:
betaine, trehalose.
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: phenyl trimethicone, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: madecassoside
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Madecassoside, Centella asiatica extractStrong evidence
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).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Madecassoside, Centella asiatica extractModerate evidence
This product contains madecassoside. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works. The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
Ingredients
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
Water~45–55%
Propanediol~5–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolTitanium dioxide~4.9–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works 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 dioxideCi 77891~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenyl trimethicone~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeDicaprylyl carbonate~2.7–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateMethylpropanediol~2.3–2.8%
Cyclopentasiloxane~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about Cyclopentasiloxane1,2-hexanediol~1.5–1.8%
Glycereth-26~1.3–1.6%
Methyl trimethicone~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
More about Methyl trimethiconePolyglyceryl-2 caprate~1–1.3%
Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerStyrene~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sucrose stearate~0.95–1.2%
Tromethamine~0.9–1.1%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCellulose gum~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumHydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcelluloseCetyl hydroxyethylcellulose~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Cetyl hydroxyethylcelluloseStearic acid~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAlumina~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The 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 AluminaBetaine~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineTrehalose~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseGlyceryl caprylate~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateButylene glycol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used 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 glycolPentylene glycol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.65%
Squalane~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneCentella asiatica extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 extractAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractMadecassoside~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An 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 MadecassosideButylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprateCarbomer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
T-butyl alcohol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Phenyl trimethicone, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Methylpropanediol, Cyclopentasiloxane, 1,2-hexanediol, Glycereth-26, Methyl trimethicone, Polyglyceryl-2 caprate, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Styrene, Unknown, Sucrose stearate, Tromethamine, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Cellulose gum, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Stearic acid, Alumina, Betaine, Trehalose, Glyceryl caprylate, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Squalane, Centella asiatica extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Madecassoside, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Carbomer, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, T-butyl alcohol, Parfum
Compare prices
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
Worth comparing, line by line.
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 Safe For Sensitive SkinYOUR PRODUCT | Make P:remUV Defense Me. Blue Ray Sun Fluid SPF50+ PA++++ | innisfreeDaily UV Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Protection Solaire Minérale | Real BarrierMild Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 52% | 52% |
| Price | $22.00 | $41.69+$19.69 | $24.00+$2.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Anhydroxylitol | Niacinamide | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 35 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"SUNTIQUE - I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin" does not provide enough UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage the skin, leading to early signs of aging and pigmentation issues.
It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product.
Sunscreen filters
It is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide for sun protection. Titanium dioxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this product to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 18.00$ up to 24.00$ in the United States and for 19.60£ in the United Kingdom.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2
- 3Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 4
- 5
- 6Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.