Based on the ingredients included, we believe that "Ultrasun - Tan Activator for Face SPF30" can offer reliable sun protection. 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.

Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day.

Sunscreen filters

This is a "mixed" sunscreen in the sense that it uses both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") sun 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

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 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.

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The product retails from 20.90£ up to 775.00£ in the United Kingdom and from 28.00$ up to 42.59$ in the United States.

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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.

methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol 4% - 4.9%

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

Tinosorb 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

diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate 1.3% - 1.6%

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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 3.4% - 4.2%

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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

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

Does not contain -Perfume the combination of perfume ingredients and UV rays can lead to unwanted pigmentation disorders/stain formation.

Source: Allbeauty

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 0.2% - 0.4%

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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)

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Restores optimal moisture levels, reduces the appearance of sun-induced ageing (lines, wrinkles, larger pores).

Source: Allbeauty

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, propylene glycol.

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.

ubiquinone 0.1% - 0.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen

ectoin 0.45% - 0.7%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function

glycerin 1.8% - 2.3%

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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

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

vitis vinifera seed extract 0.45% - 0.65%

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

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

ubiquinone 0.1% - 0.2%

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

Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen

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Potential irritants

cocoglycerides 0.5% - 0.75%

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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 0.5% - 0.75%

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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 7.3% - 8.9%

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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 5.1% - 6.2%

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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, Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, Titanium dioxide, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Glycerin, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Ethylhexyl triazone, C8-22 alkyl acrylates/methacrylic acid crosspolymer, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Squalane, Ectoin, Cocoglycerides, Hydrogenated phosphatidylcholine, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Decyl glucoside, Silica, Propyl alcohol, Dihydroxy methylchromonyl palmitate, Alcohol, Cetyl phosphate, Xanthan gum, Propylene glycol, T-butyl alcohol, Lecithin, Tocopheryl acetate, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Tocopherol, Diisopropyl adipate, Ubiquinone

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SPF	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine caprylic/capric triglyceride +9 more	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +3 more Other: dimethicone saccharide isomerate	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine caprylic/capric triglyceride +4 more Other: diethylhexyl butamido triazone fructooligosaccharides +4 more	Common: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate ethylhexyl triazone +3 more Other: beeswax dimethicone +2 more	Common: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate ectoin +4 more Other: paraffinum liquidum cyclopentasiloxane +3 more	Common: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate ethylhexyl triazone +4 more Other: niacinamide butyloctyl salicylate +3 more	Common: ethylhexyl triazone glycerin +3 more Other: salicylic acid niacinamide +6 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 +4 more Other: jojoba esters persea gratissima fruit extract +4 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine caprylic/capric triglyceride +3 more Other: phenylene bis-diphenyltriazine	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine caprylic/capric triglyceride +3 more Other: phenylene bis-diphenyltriazine
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Potential Irritants	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +16 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +7 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +10 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +10 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +11 more	alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +17 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +15 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +16 more	jojoba esters Has skin benefit? dehydroacetic acid Has skin benefit? +9 more	ci 17200 Has skin benefit? ppg-1-peg-9 lauryl glycol ether Has skin benefit? +10 more	ci 17200 Has skin benefit? ppg-1-peg-9 lauryl glycol ether Has skin benefit? +10 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +31 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +18 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +41 more	dicaprylyl carbonate Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +46 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? coco-caprylate/caprate Has skin benefit? +23 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +27 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +27 more

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