Susanne Kaufmann Body Sunscreen SPF 25
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 25 · 4 UV filters · Broad spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
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.
Moisturizing12 ingredients credited for this claimGood evidence
“Ectoin stimulates cell renewal Pentavitin generates a moisture reserve that lasts up to 72 hours Suitable for all skin types, especially suited for sensitive skin and also for children.”
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, saccharide isomerate.
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: squalane, helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Caprylyl caprylate/caprate~6.1–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Caprylyl caprylate/caprateCoco-caprylate~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylatePentylene glycol~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolOctocrylene~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneGlycerin~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One 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 GlycerinCetearyl olivate~1.4–1.7%
Sorbitan olivate~1.1–1.4%
Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ensulizole. A UV filter that is effective against UVB rays. Does not protect against UVA light. It is photostable and can be used to help stabilize other sunscreen ingredients. It is water-soluble meaning that it can help create lighter sunscreen formulations
More about Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acidPolysilicone-15~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays, but does not protect against the most aging UVA light
More about Polysilicone-15Sodium hydroxide~0.55–0.8%
Vp/eicosene copolymer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used 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 copolymerSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateEctoin~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinCetyl alcohol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholSaccharide isomerate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateBrassica oleracea italica seed oil~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant seed oil that consists mainly of erucic acid and used to help soften the upper layer of the skin. This fatty acid can enhance penetration of other ingredients into the skin but it is not a good moisturizer on its own
More about Brassica oleracea italica seed oilXanthan gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 acetateParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumOctyldecanol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cardiospermum halicacabum seed extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Echium plantagineum seed oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 oilHelianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 unsaponifiablesSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.2–0.4%
- 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 oilSqualane~0.2–0.35%
- 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 SqualaneSolanum lycopersicum fruit extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium phytate~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Caprylyl caprylate/caprate, Coco-caprylate, Pentylene glycol, Octocrylene, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Glycerin, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, Polysilicone-15, Sodium hydroxide, Vp/eicosene copolymer, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Ectoin, Cetyl alcohol, Saccharide isomerate, Brassica oleracea italica seed oil, Xanthan gum, Tocopheryl acetate, Parfum, Octyldecanol, Cardiospermum halicacabum seed extract, Echium plantagineum seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Squalane, Solanum lycopersicum fruit extract, Citric acid, Sodium phytate
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Product summary
"Susanne Kaufmann - Body Sunscreen SPF 25" "is a broad spectrum sunscreen meaning that it protects both from UVB rays (" burning "- they cause sunburn) and UVA rays (" aging "- they don't cause sunburn but lead to premature aging and pigmentation issues). However, it does not offer enough sun protection. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day.
Sunscreen filters
This is a so-called" chemical "sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: avobenzone 2.50% - 3.10%, octocrylene 3.20% - 3.90%, ensulizole 1.30% - 1.60% and polysilicone-15 1.00% - 1.20%.
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 for 69.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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