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Tropic Skincare SUN DAY facial UV defence
Tropic Skincare

SUN DAY facial UV defence

SPF 50Efficacy 60/100·High irritancy ·3 UV filters· In 6 routines

Efficacy measures how well the formula delivers the claims the brand advertises · 0 of 1 advertised claim delivered

"Tropic Skincare - SUN DAY facial UV defence" is using UV filters in a relatively low concentration.

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Product summary

"Tropic Skincare - SUN DAY facial UV defence" is using UV filters in a relatively low concentration. Because of this, it might not be able to provide reliable sun protection.

This product should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer 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: tinosorb s 0.35% - 0.85%, uvinul a plus 0.40% - 0.90% and uvinul t 0.40% - 0.90%.

Irritation risk

This product contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be high. 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.

What our users say

Based on 1 review 100% recommend this product
  • As for the white cast, it did not leave a noticeable white residue for the reviewer.
  • As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, the reviewer reported that it stings eyes.
Our users describe the finish of this sunscreen as dewy - shiny.

Price

The product retails for 24.00£ in the United Kingdom.

For a detailed price comparison: click here.

Sun protection

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.

UV spectrum
UVB290 nmUVA II320 nmUVA I340 nmVisible400 nm+
Uvinul T
Tinosorb S
Uvinul A Plus
FilterCoverageWhat it doesEst. amount
Uvinul TEthylhexyl TriazoneUVB Photo-stable Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet~0.4–0.9%
Tinosorb SBis-ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineUVBUVA+Visible Photo-stable 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.~0.35–0.85%
Uvinul A PlusDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateUVA1 Photo-stable 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~0.4–0.9%
~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels
Reef-safe
No oxybenzone or octinoxate — the two filters banned in Hawaii, Florida Keys and Aruba.

Product claims breakdown

Irritancy
19 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 19 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Rosa damascena extractOil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.High~1.2–1.8%est.
Rosa damascena flower extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.9–1.35%est.
Ocimum basilicum extractA plant extract mostly used as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.45–1%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.35–0.8%est.
Rosa damascena flower waterUsed to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.7%est.
Sodium anisateUsed as a fragranceHigh~0.15–0.65%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.1–0.4%est.
Aloe barbadensis extractTraditionally 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 skinLow~23–35%est.
Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens 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.Low~2.2–3.4%est.
Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceTraditionally 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 skinLow~0.3–0.75%est.
Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoateUvinul 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) yetLow~0.4–0.9%est.
Ethylhexyl triazoneUvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yetLow~0.4–0.9%est.
Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazineTinosorb 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.Low~0.35–0.85%est.
Isoamyl laurateHelps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product textureLow~0.35–0.8%est.
Candelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 estersHelp oil and water mix togetherLow~0.2–0.8%est.
Cetearyl glucosideHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product textureLow~0.2–0.8%est.
Sodium stearoyl lactylateHelps oil and water mix togetherLow~0.2–0.8%est.
Isoamyl cocoateHelps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agentLow~0.2–0.8%est.
Sodium levulinateA preservativeLow~0.15–0.65%est.
Comedogenic
4 ingredients can clog pores in acne-prone skin
High risk
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating ≥ 2. In leave-on products at higher concentrations they can clog pores for acne-prone skin types.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Cocos nucifera oilAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenicHigh~3.7–5.5%est.
Cocos nucifera oilAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenicHigh~3–4.5%est.
Cocos nucifera oilAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenicHigh~0.4–0.95%est.
Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product textureMed~0.35–0.85%est.
~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels

Ingredients

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Aloe barbadensis extract~23–35%
Low-irritation
Unknown~0%
Formula
Cocos nucifera oil~3.7–5.5%
Key activeComedo · high
Glycerin~4.4–6.6%
Key active
Silica~3.8–5.7%
Formula
Cocos nucifera oil~3–4.5%
Key activeComedo · high
Unknown~0%
Formula
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~2.2–3.4%
Key activeLow-irritation
Oryza sativa bran~1.7–2.6%
Formula
Rosa damascena extract~1.2–1.8%
Irritant · high
Hyaluronic acid~1.1–1.6%
Key active
Rosa damascena flower extract~0.9–1.35%
Irritant · high
Ectoin~0.55–1.3%
Key active
Unknown~0%
Formula
Tin~0.5–1.1%
Formula
Ocimum basilicum extract~0.45–1%
Irritant · high
Unknown~0%
Formula
Sucrose~0.4–0.9%
Key active
Unknown~0%
Formula
Cocos nucifera oil~0.4–0.95%
Key activeComedo · high
Tocopherol~0.4–0.9%
Key active
Parfum~0.35–0.8%
Irritant · high
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.4–0.9%
Key active
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.3–0.75%
Low-irritation
Dibutyl adipate~0.45–1%
Formula
Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~0.4–0.9%
UV filterUnder-dosedLow-irritation
Ethylhexyl triazone~0.4–0.9%
UV filterKey activeLow-irritation
Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine~0.35–0.85%
UV filterKey activeLow-irritation
Dicaprylyl carbonate~0.35–0.8%
Formula
Propanediol~0.2–0.8%
Formula
Glycerin~0.3–0.75%
Key active
Silica~0.4–0.9%
Formula
Isoamyl laurate~0.35–0.8%
Low-irritation
Cetearyl alcohol~0.35–0.85%
Key activeComedo · medium
Candelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 esters~0.2–0.8%
Low-irritation
Glyceryl stearate~0.35–0.8%
Formula
Cetearyl glucoside~0.2–0.8%
Low-irritation
Sodium stearoyl lactylate~0.2–0.8%
Low-irritation
Isoamyl cocoate~0.2–0.8%
Low-irritation
Rosa damascena flower water~0.2–0.7%
Irritant · high
Sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.75%
Key active
Beta-glucan~0.2–0.75%
Key active
Musa sapientum flower extract~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Ectoin~0.2–0.75%
Key active
Sodium gluconate~0.2–0.7%
Formula
Sodium anisate~0.15–0.65%
Irritant · high
Sodium levulinate~0.15–0.65%
Low-irritation
Xanthan gum~0.15–0.55%
Formula
Inulin lauryl carbamate~0.15–0.55%
Formula
Tocopherol~0.15–0.55%
Key active
Parfum~0.1–0.4%
Irritant · high
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.65%
Key active
Sorted by descending concentration · click an ingredient for its full study trail · ~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels

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