
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.
This product can 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.
“melt-into-the-skin formula”
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:
arginine, glycerin.
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: arginine, phenyl trimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
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).
This product contains antioxidants (tocopherol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains ethyl linoleate.
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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 TocopherolHelps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisopropyl adipateUsed to create a nice product texture and helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isostearyl neopentanoateOctisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateEnsulizole. 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 acidTinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Approved by the US FDA in 2026 (listed as bemotrizinol on US labels).
More about Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazineAn emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneUvinul 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
More about Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoateEnhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateA type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconeOne 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 GlycerinTinosorb M. A UV filter. Is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It also provides some protection against visible light. It is photostable and can also be used to improve photostability of other sunscreen ingredients. Its physical properties help to create lightweight sunscreen formulations. It can leave a slight white cast. Unfortunately, it is not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenolA type of silicone. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice, light product texture
More about Cetyl dimethiconeHelps oil and water mix together. It might be irritating for some people
More about Lauryl peg/ppg-18/18 methiconeA type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeUvinul 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
More about Ethylhexyl triazoneUsed to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolA 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 acetateSoftens 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 oilHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolCreates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIs used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholHelps reduce acne and blemishes. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce inflammation. Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are lacking
More about Ethyl linoleateUsed as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Disodium lauryl sulfosuccinateA green micro-algae extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid evidence is lacking. It helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Dunaliella salina extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactoneHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citratePure 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 TocopherolA colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideUnknown, Unspecified form of vitamin c, Tocopherol, Unknown, Water, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Diisopropyl adipate, Isostearyl neopentanoate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Isododecane, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Glycerin, Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, Cetyl dimethicone, Lauryl peg/ppg-18/18 methicone, Acrylates/c12-22 alkyl methacrylate copolymer, Phenyl trimethicone, Ethylhexyl triazone, Sodium chloride, Stearalkonium hectorite, Oryza sativa bran cera, Sodium hydroxide, Saccharide isomerate, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl acetate, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Panthenol, Mica, Decyl glucoside, Arginine, Parfum, Lauryl glucoside, Propylene carbonate, Benzyl alcohol, Ethyl linoleate, Disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate, Dunaliella salina extract, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Propylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Citric acid, Pantolactone, Sodium citrate, Tocopherol, Tin oxide, Geraniol, Citronellol, Linalool, Eugenol, Ci 77891
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| Match | — | 58% | 56% | 56% |
| Price | — | $39.55 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 15 | 6 of 15 | 5 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Citrulline | Avobenzone | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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