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Tan Activator for Face SPF30 Ultrasun

Ultrasun - Tan Activator for Face SPF30
SPF30
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Key promises

Evens skin tone, Moisturizing, Sun protection
Effectiveness

Effectiveness

90 /100
Irritancy

Irritancy

LOW

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In stock 2/23/2021
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In stock 2/10/2021
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What's in this jar?

Can work for

  • Sun protection
  • Evens skin tone
  • Moisturizing

Promises, but can't deliver

All promises fulfilled!
Summary
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays
Organic filters
Ingredient
UVB
UVA II
UVA I
Stability
bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine
meets threshold
meets threshold
meets threshold
meets threshold
diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate
does not meet threshold
meets threshold
meets threshold
meets threshold
methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol
meets threshold
meets threshold
meets threshold
meets threshold
ethylhexyl triazone
meets threshold
cross
cross
meets threshold
ethylhexyl salicylate
meets threshold
cross
cross
meets threshold
Non-organic (mineral) filters
Ingredient
UVB
UVA II
UVA I
Stability
titanium dioxide
checkmark
meets threshold
does not meet threshold
meets threshold
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promise
What does the product description say?
"Boasting broad spectrum SPF30, the sun cream shields skin from UVA and UVB damage, whilst an advanced active ingredients works to stimulate the production of melanin."
From: Lookfantastic

WIMJ FORMULA ANALYSIS

Helps prevent hyperpigmentation through sun protection
Ingredient
Effectiveness
Concentration
Irritancy
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
LOW
does not meet threshold
Irritancy
See a mistake?
promise
What does the product description say?
"Care for skin with the Ultrasun Tan Activator for Face SPF30 ; a hydrating, water-resistant sun lotion that protects skin from harmful rays, whilst encouraging an even and golden tan."
From: Lookfantastic

WIMJ FORMULA ANALYSIS

Works for moisturization. Has good ingredients to attract water to the skin and then "seal it in", keeping skin hydrated over time
Ingredient
Effectiveness
Concentration
Irritancy
ectoin
HIGH
meets threshold
Irritancy
squalane
HIGH
meets threshold
Irritancy
diisopropyl adipate
HIGH
meets threshold
Irritancy
Ingredient
Irritancy
Skin benefit
pentylene glycol
Irritancy
Has skin benefit
methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol
Irritancy
Has skin benefit
ethylhexyl triazone
Irritancy
Has skin benefit
Pos Ingredient Name Description
1 aqua Plain old water
2 isostearyl isostearate
3 pentylene glycol Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
4 methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol Tinosorb M. A UV filter. Is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable and can also be used to improve photostability of other sunscreen ingredients. It is soluble in water, which helps to create lightweight sunscreen formulations. Unfortunately, it is not approved by the FDA (US) yet
5 ethylhexyl triazone 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
6 glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
7 titanium dioxide 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
8 bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 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.
9 diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate 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
10 ethylhexyl salicylate Octisalate. 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
11 c12-15 alkyl benzoate Enhances 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
12 polyacrylate crosspolymer-6
13 caprylic/capric triglyceride 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
14 ectoin Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
15 squalane 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.
16 cocoglycerides 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
17 hydrogenated phosphatidylcholine Helps oil and water mix together
18 vitis vinifera seed extract 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
19 silica Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin
20 dihydroxy methylchromonyl palmitate
21 alcohol Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
22 cetyl phosphate Helps oil and water mix together
23 t-butyl alcohol Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
24 lecithin Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
25 tocopheryl acetate A 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.
26 ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
27 tocopherol 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
28 diisopropyl adipate Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
29 ubiquinone 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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  • Safety Assessment of Alkyl Phosphates as Used in Cosmetics
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