PRODUCT REVIEW

Ultrasun Body Glimmer MAX SPF30

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

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Key actives

Vitis vinifera seed extract 0.3% - 0.6%Caprylic/capric triglyceride 6.7% - 8.1%

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Product summary

We believe that "Ultrasun - Body Glimmer MAX SPF30" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because 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).

As a plus, this sunscreen uses some of the new generation UV filters (Tinosorb M). These filters are more stable and more gentle on the skin.

It contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.

Sunscreen filters

This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: tinosorb s, uvinul a plus, octisalate, uvinul t and tinosorb m. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.

Irritation risk

This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be low. 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 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 1.5% - 1.9%

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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 1% - 1.2%

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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

titanium dioxide 2.4% - 2.9%

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

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

Anti-aging

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.

These ingredients in the product might also be helpful for reducing and preventing fine lines, wrinkles, and skin elasticity, even though there is no conclusive evidence for their effectiveness: vitis vinifera seed extract.

vitis vinifera seed extract 0.3% - 0.6%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation

ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate 0.15% - 0.25%

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Concentration: Insufficient!

A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)

tocopherol 0.1% - 0.15%

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Concentration: Insufficient!

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

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).

ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate 0.15% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

Moisturizing

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.

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, squalane.

squalane 0.45% - 0.7%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.

glycerin 1.5% - 1.8%

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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

caprylic/capric triglyceride 6.7% - 8.1%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (vitis vinifera seed extract) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

vitis vinifera seed extract 0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

tocopherol 0.1% - 0.15%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

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

ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate 0.15% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

vitis vinifera seed extract 0.3% - 0.6%

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

caprylic/capric triglyceride 6.7% - 8.1%

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Works for: Moisturizing

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

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Potential irritants

cocoglycerides 0.45% - 0.65%

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Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin

decyl glucoside 0.35% - 0.65%

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Works for: Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating

Comodogenic ingredients

We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product

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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

caprylic/capric triglyceride 6.7% - 8.1%

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Works for: Moisturizing

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

pentylene glycol 4.4% - 5.4%

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Works for: Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

Ingredient list view

Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Pentylene glycol, Mica, Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, Titanium dioxide, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Glycerin, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Acrylates copolymer, C8-22 alkyl acrylates/methacrylic acid crosspolymer, Squalane, Titanium dioxide, Cocoglycerides, Hydrogenated phosphatidylcholine, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Decyl glucoside, Silica, Propyl alcohol, Sodium hydroxide, Alcohol, Cetyl phosphate, Xanthan gum, Propylene glycol, Lecithin, Tocopheryl acetate, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Tocopherol, Diisopropyl adipate

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WIMJ similarity score		29%	28%	27%	27%	25%	25%	24%	24%	24%	24%
SPF	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30
Key ingredients	bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine caprylic/capric triglyceride +8 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +4 more Other: panthenol helianthus annuus seed oil +6 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine caprylic/capric triglyceride +2 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane butyrospermum parkii butter +3 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride ethylhexyl triazone +2 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane ectoin +3 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride ethylhexyl triazone +2 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane ectoin +3 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +1 more Other: butyloctyl salicylate dimethicone +1 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride caprylic/capric triglyceride +3 more Other: butyloctyl salicylate butyloctyl salicylate +3 more	Common: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate glycerin +1 more Other: panthenol butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +3 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine ethylhexyl triazone +1 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane drometrizole trisiloxane +5 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +1 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane butyrospermum parkii butter +2 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin Other: butyrospermum parkii butter cocos nucifera fruit extract +7 more
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Potential Irritants	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +15 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +16 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? +12 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +11 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +11 more	aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? +7 more	aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? +16 more	alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +11 more	alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? +16 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +12 more	citric acid Has skin benefit? polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate Has skin benefit? +5 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +30 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +29 more	water Has skin benefit? dicaprylyl carbonate Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? dicaprylyl carbonate Has skin benefit? +28 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +20 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +23 more	water Has skin benefit? homosalate Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +26 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +25 more

PRODUCT REVIEW

Ultrasun Body Glimmer MAX SPF30

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What can the product work for?

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Sun protection

Anti-aging

Evens skin tone

Moisturizing

Anti-oxidation

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