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Too Cool For School Water Bare Sun

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Sun protection
Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Anti-blemish

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Key actives

Niacinamide 1.4% - 1.8%Tocopherol 0.25% - 0.45%

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Product summary

We believe that "Too Cool For School - Water Bare Sun" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (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. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.

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: tinosorb s 0.50% - 0.75%, uvinul a plus 0.60% - 0.90%, uvinul t 3.20% - 3.90%, polysilicone-15 0.60% - 0.95% and terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid 2.50% - 3.10%.

Irritation risk

There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits 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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What can the product work for?

Sun protection

This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.

This sunscreen uses organic (so-called "chemical") sunscreen filters. Organic, or "chemical" filters usually provide reliable sun protection and rarely leave a white cast. Sunscreens with organic filters can sting eyes.

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.

bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 0.5% - 0.75%

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

Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.

diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate 0.6% - 0.9%

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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

terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid 2.5% - 3.1%

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

Ecamsule, Mexoryl SX. A UV filter. Is effective mostly against the UVA rays. It is legally marketed in the US with the FDA approval since 2006, even though the ingredient is not on the official FDA list of the approved sunscreen active ingredients. It is photostable

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Enriched with 8 kinds of Hyaluronic Acid and Baikal Water which leave skin fully hydrated without shine.

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This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": biosaccharide gum-1, glycerin.

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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide

glycerin 1.7% - 2.1%

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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

sodium acetylated hyaluronate 0.1% - 0.15%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid

sodium hyaluronate 0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

Anti-blemish

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

niacinamide 1.4% - 1.8%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

Anti-aging

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.

Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.

This product can also 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.

adenosine 0.25% - 0.45%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)

niacinamide 1.4% - 1.8%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

hyaluronic acid 0.2% - 0.35%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation

Evens skin tone

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).

niacinamide 1.4% - 1.8%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

niacinamide 1.4% - 1.8%

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

tocopherol 0.25% - 0.45%

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

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

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alcohol denat. 3.2% - 3.9%

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Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

lavandula angustifolia oil 0.25% - 0.45%

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An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties

Comodogenic ingredients

cetearyl alcohol 0.55% - 0.85%

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

myristic acid 0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic

All ingredients

water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

dibutyl adipate 5.7% - 6.9%

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Works for: Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency

propanediol 4.1% - 5%

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Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

Ingredient list view

Water, Dibutyl adipate, Propanediol, Alcohol denat., Ethylhexyl triazone, Terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Tromethamine, Polyglyceryl-3 distearate, 1,2-hexanediol, Pentylene glycol, Caprylyl methicone, Cetearyl alcohol, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Polysilicone-15, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Glyceryl stearate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Methylpropanediol, Carbomer, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Adenosine, Polyether-1, Myristic acid, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Biosaccharide gum-1, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Dipropylene glycol, Tocopherol, Sodium palmitoyl proline, Butylene glycol, Sodium hyaluronate, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Nymphaea alba flower extract, Potassium hyaluronate, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer

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Key ingredients	niacinamide adenosine +15 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +14 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride phloretin +2 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +14 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride phloretin +2 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +14 more Other: panthenol	Common: niacinamide adenosine +13 more Other: centella asiatica extract hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans +4 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +9 more Other: madecassoside madecassic acid +7 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +8 more Other: melia azadirachta leaf extract sodium polyacrylate	Common: niacinamide adenosine +8 more Other: camellia sinensis leaf extract sodium polyacrylate	Common: niacinamide adenosine +8 more Other: anhydroxylitol ceramide np +5 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +11 more Other: madecassoside panthenol +3 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +10 more Other: ceramide as ceramide eop +8 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +8 more Other: sodium polyacrylate titanium dioxide
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Potential Irritants	anthemis nobilis flower oil Has skin benefit? lavandula angustifolia oil Has skin benefit? +14 more	parfum Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +15 more	parfum Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +15 more	parfum Has skin benefit? sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer Has skin benefit? +11 more	parfum Has skin benefit? backhousia citriodora leaf extract Has skin benefit? +17 more	alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? asiatic acid Has skin benefit? +23 more	parfum Has skin benefit? melia azadirachta leaf extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? t-butyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +12 more	opuntia coccinellifera fruit extract Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? +14 more	propolis extract Has skin benefit? anthemis nobilis flower oil Has skin benefit? +17 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ulmus davidiana root extract Has skin benefit? +12 more	hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower/leaf extract Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +14 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +45 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +47 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +47 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +60 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +53 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +37 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +49 more	water Has skin benefit? propanediol Has skin benefit? +46 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +42 more

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Too Cool For School Water Bare Sun

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Works for

Sun protection

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Anti-blemish

Anti-aging

Evens skin tone

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