The Organic Pharmacy Radiant Day Shield
Works for
MoisturizingCaprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin + 9 moreWorks
“Saturated with 0.08% Grape Stem Cells, the formula strives to reinforce the natural barriers, repairing the skin and rebuilding its precious moisture seal.”
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, isomalt.
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, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Evens skin toneSalicylic acidNot delivered
“Safeguarding the skin from urban stressors, such as pollution, blue light and UV rays, this formula brightens the complexion and protects the surface.”
This product might help improve the skin tone through exfoliation. In other words, it helps to speed up the shedding of cells from the upper layer of the skin, and this might help reduce hyperpigmentation.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Geraniol + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~26–31%
- 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 juiceZinc oxide~13–16%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 oxideCaprylic/capric triglyceride~6.7–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideDicaprylyl carbonate~4.9–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateWater~3.6–4.4%
Cetearyl olivate~2.7–3.4%
Glycerin~2.3–2.8%
- 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 GlycerinSorbitan olivate~1.8–2.2%
Mica~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaPolyhydroxystearic acid~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidTitanium dioxide~1.1–1.4%
- 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 dioxideIsomalt~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about IsomaltBenzyl alcohol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholRosa canina fruit oil~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.65–0.95%
- 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 oilSilica~0.75–1.1%
Parfum~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIsostearic acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Isostearic acidPunica granatum seed oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Punica granatum seed oilSalicylic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidXanthan gum~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumTocopherol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.45–0.7%
- 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 oilSorbic acid~0.4–0.6%
Lecithin~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinVitis vinifera fruit cell extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Geraniol~0.25–0.5%
Citronellol~0.25–0.45%
Citral~0.25–0.4%
Limonene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.2–0.35%
Eugenol~0.15–0.3%
Ci 77491~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ci 77891~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Zinc oxide, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Water, Cetearyl olivate, Glycerin, Sorbitan olivate, Mica, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Titanium dioxide, Isomalt, Benzyl alcohol, Rosa canina fruit oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Silica, Parfum, Isostearic acid, Punica granatum seed oil, Salicylic acid, Xanthan gum, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Sorbic acid, Lecithin, Vitis vinifera fruit cell extract, Sodium benzoate, Geraniol, Citronellol, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Eugenol, Ci 77491, Ci 77891
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| The Organic PharmacyRadiant Day ShieldYOUR PRODUCT | StemologyCell Revive Complete Face and Neck Serum with SRC-7 | ObagiSUPER ANTIOXIDANT SERUM | Honest BeautyClearing Night Serum With Honestly Pure Retinol | |
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| Match | — | 86% | 86% | 85% |
| Price | — | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11 | Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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