"Thank You Farmer - Sun Project Shimmer Sun Essence SPF 30 PA 1" 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

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. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: octinoxate 1.70% - 2.50% and amiloxate 0.60% - 1.40%.

Irritation risk

It contains some common irritants, including those without 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.

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The product retails from 25.00$ up to 29.90$ in the United States.

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What can the product work for?

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Moisturizing

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Hydrating African walnut oil seals in moisture while aloe leaf extract and hollyhock extract soothe inflammation.

Source: Soko Glam

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, aloe barbadensis leaf extract.

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: beeswax, dimethicone.

glycerin 1.8% - 2.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

plukenetia volubilis seed oil 22% - 33%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant oil that works as a good moisturizer by softening the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin and reducing blemishes due to the large content of linoleic acid

beeswax 0.15% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen

Sun protection

This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.

isoamyl p-methoxycinnamate 0.6% - 1.4%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Amiloxate or Neo Heliopan E1000. A UV filter. It is effective against UVB and UVA II rays. Not available in the US. It can be irritating

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 1.7% - 2.5%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating

diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate 0.4% - 0.95%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

The smooth, lightweight, combination formula contains both mineral and chemical ingredients and is infused with pink micro-pearls to brighten and even out skin tone for a luminous finish.

Source: Soko Glam

This product contains ingredients () that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.

The biggest effect for evening out skin tone in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations. This is why sun protection is the best strategy for maintaining an even skin tone. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).

niacinamide 0.2% - 0.8%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

niacinamide 0.2% - 0.8%

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Works for: Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish, Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Reduces irritation, Anti-inflammatory, Reduces redness, Antibacterial

butyrospermum parkii butter 0.2% - 0.8%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Anti-oxidation

A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals

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ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 1.7% - 2.5%

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Works for: Sun protection

alcohol 0.55% - 1.25%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Antibacterial

Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties

Comodogenic ingredients

butyrospermum parkii butter 0.2% - 0.8%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Anti-oxidation

A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals

cetearyl alcohol 0.15% - 0.65%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

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

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plukenetia volubilis seed oil 22% - 33%

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Works for: Moisturizing

aloe barbadensis leaf extract 4.5% - 6.7%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

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

aloe barbadensis leaf 4.5% - 6.8%

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Ingredient list view

Plukenetia volubilis seed oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf, Unknown, Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Alcohol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isoamyl p-methoxycinnamate, Niacinamide, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Mica, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Dimethicone, Titanium dioxide, Polysorbate 60, 1,2-hexanediol, Silica, Peg-100 stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Beeswax, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Stearic acid, Parfum, Portulaca oleracea extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Xanthan gum, Polyurethane-11, Adenosine, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Isohexadecane, Butylene glycol, Disodium edta, Polysorbate 80, Tin oxide, Ci 14700, Ethylhexylglycerin, Plukenetia volubilis seed oil, Citric acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Althaea rosea flower extract, Nelumbo nucifera flower water

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SPF	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	niacinamide adenosine +12 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +5 more Other: hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans methicone +3 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +3 more Other: ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate methicone +8 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +5 more Other: hamamelis virginiana extract helianthus annuus seed oil +4 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +5 more Other: hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans methicone +3 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +3 more Other: ceramide np centella asiatica extract +11 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +5 more Other: cyclomethicone methicone +4 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +2 more Other: centella asiatica extract sodium hyaluronate +1 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +2 more Other: madecassoside madecassic acid +3 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +2 more Other: diethylhexyl butamido triazone dipotassium glycyrrhizate +7 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +2 more Other: panthenol phytosphingosine +9 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +2 more Other: camellia sinensis leaf extract cocos nucifera fruit extract +6 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW
Potential Irritants	parfum Has skin benefit? isoamyl p-methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +15 more	ci 19140 Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +7 more	alcohol Has skin benefit? pentylene glycol Has skin benefit? +5 more	hamamelis virginiana extract Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +9 more	ci 19140 Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +7 more	ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? t-butyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +14 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? +7 more	disodium edta Has skin benefit? sorbitan oleate Has skin benefit? +7 more	hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer Has skin benefit? acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer Has skin benefit? +9 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? +13 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? t-butyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +11 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? panax ginseng root extract Has skin benefit? +11 more
All ingredients	plukenetia volubilis seed oil Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf extract Has skin benefit? +46 more	water Has skin benefit? cyclopentasiloxane Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylyl methicone Has skin benefit? +33 more	water Has skin benefit? titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? +52 more	water Has skin benefit? cyclopentasiloxane Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? cyclopentasiloxane Has skin benefit? +35 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +21 more	water Has skin benefit? cetyl ethylhexanoate Has skin benefit? +23 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? oryza sativa extract Has skin benefit? +40 more

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