Versed Skin GUARDS UP Daily Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35
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Sun protectionSPF 35 · 2 UV filtersBroad spectrum
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.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · No ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
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).
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Diheptyl succinate, Erythritol + 15 moreWorks
“A hydrating sunscreen that protects your skin from the sun, pollution, and blue light.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": erythritol, glycerin.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Zinc oxide15.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideButyloctyl salicylate~24–36%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own
More about Butyloctyl salicylateIsodecyl neopentanoate~5–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss.
More about Isodecyl neopentanoateCalcium sodium borosilicate~4–6.1%
Diheptyl succinate~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product finish on the skin
More about Diheptyl succinateC18-21 alkane~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Erythritol~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ErythritolCetearyl alcohol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholSodium stearoyl glutamate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateCapryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymerPropanediol~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolArachidyl alcohol~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Arachidyl alcoholGlycerin~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One 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 GlycerinPyrus malus fruit extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideTocopherol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 TocopherolCaprylyl glycol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCoco-glucoside~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideEthyl ferulate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Behenyl alcohol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholCetyl alcohol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholArachidyl glucoside~0.15–0.65%
Bisabolol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidCitric acid~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium gluconate~0.15–0.55%
Xanthan gum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumOctyldodecyl oleate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.15–0.55%
Hydrolyzed jojoba esters~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba estersSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCrithmum maritimum extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An algae extract that might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Crithmum maritimum extractMaltodextrin~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinMoringa oleifera seed extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Moringa oleifera seed extractAloe barbadensis leaf~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77491~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ci 77492~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Zinc oxide, Butyloctyl salicylate, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Calcium sodium borosilicate, Diheptyl succinate, C18-21 alkane, Erythritol, Cetearyl alcohol, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer, Propanediol, Arachidyl alcohol, Glycerin, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Tocopherol, Caprylyl glycol, Coco-glucoside, Ethyl ferulate, Behenyl alcohol, Cetyl alcohol, Arachidyl glucoside, Bisabolol, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Citric acid, Sodium gluconate, Xanthan gum, Octyldodecyl oleate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Sodium hyaluronate, Crithmum maritimum extract, Maltodextrin, Moringa oleifera seed extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf, Ci 77491, Ci 77492
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Versed SkinGUARDS UP Daily Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35YOUR PRODUCT | CaudalieVinosun Protect Brightening Daily Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 with Niacinamide | Supergoop!Mineral Sheerscreen SPF 30 | KosasDreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | — | $37.68 | $40.00 | $38.39 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 9 | 5 of 9 | 6 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Polyglycerin-3 | Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 35 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 40 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
We believe that "Versed Skin - GUARDS UP Daily Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: butyloctyl salicylate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses zinc oxide.
Irritation risk
There are actives in this product that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this product to be low. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Versed Skin" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 0.19$ up to 23.99$ in the United States and for 16.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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