Vivier

Vivier Sheer Tinted Sunscreen

Name: Vivier - Sheer Tinted Sunscreen
Brand: Vivier

Efficacy62/100IrritancyMedium

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Works for

Moisturizing

C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 9 more

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What the product description says

“Added antioxidants/extracts provide added hydration and anti-aging benefits for complete sheer protection.”

Source: N/A

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, dimethicone.

C12-15 alkyl benzoateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumEnhances 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~3–4.5%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~2.7–4.1%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~1.9–2.9%

Cetyl dimethiconeKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA type of silicone. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice, light product texture~1.4–2.1%

DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish~0.55–1.25%

CyclopentasiloxaneKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin~0.55–1.3%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.45–1%

Saccharum officinarum extractKey activeEffect: HighSugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.65%

Glyceryl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~0.45–1.05%

CyclohexasiloxaneEffect: Low, below effective doseA silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels~0.6–1.4%

Pyrus malus fruit extractUnder-dosedCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content~0.3–0.7%

Anti-aging

Sodium ascorbyl phosphate

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What the product description says

“Added antioxidants/extracts provide added hydration and anti-aging benefits for complete sheer protection.”

Source: N/A

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - sodium ascorbyl phosphate - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.

This ingredient camellia sinensis extract might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.

Sodium ascorbyl phosphateEffect: LowA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C~0.15–0.6%

Anti-oxidation

Side benefit · Camellia sinensis extract, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate + 2 more

May help

This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis extract, sodium ascorbyl phosphate) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

Camellia sinensis extractKey activeEffect: MediumTea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin~0.35–0.8%

Sodium ascorbyl phosphateKey activeEffect: MediumA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C~0.15–0.6%

Tocopheryl acetateEffect: Low, below effective doseA 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.~0.45–1.05%

Pyrus malus fruit extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content~0.3–0.7%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

13 flagged ingredients

Medium risk

We flagged 13 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extractUsed as a fragranceHigh~0.95–1.45%est.

Citrus limon peel extractA very irritating fragrant ingredientHigh~0.8–1.2%est.

Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.7%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~2.7–4.1%est.

Ceteareth-20Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient propertiesMedium~2.3–3.5%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~0.45–1.05%est.

Isopropyl titanium triisostearateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.4–0.9%est.

Phytic acidAn alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmeticsMedium~0.35–0.75%est.

Polyhydroxystearic acidUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulationMedium~0.35–0.8%est.

Pyrus malus fruit extractCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar contentMedium~0.3–0.7%est.

Sodium ascorbyl phosphateA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin CMedium~0.15–0.6%est.

T-butyl alcoholUsed to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritatingMedium~0.1–0.4%est.

Vp/eicosene copolymerUsed to improve the product adherence to the skin, for example, to pro-long the protective effect of sunscreens. Can be irritating to very sensitive skinMedium~0.1–0.45%est.

Comedogenic

2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

2 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Ceteareth-20Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties2/5~2.3–3.5%est.

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~1.9–2.9%est.

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Titanium dioxide10%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

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

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Zinc oxide8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

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

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Alumina~23–35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products

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Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~7.4–11%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions

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Bis-peg/ppg-16/16 peg/ppg-16/16 dimethicone~4.7–7.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Butylparaben~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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C12-15 alkyl benzoate~3–4.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~2.7–4.1%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

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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Ceteareth-20~2.3–3.5%

Comedogenic 2/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties

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Cetearyl alcohol~1.9–2.9%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Cetyl dimethicone~1.4–2.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A type of silicone. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice, light product texture

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Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.95–1.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance

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Citrus limon peel extract~0.8–1.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A very irritating fragrant ingredient

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Cyclohexasiloxane~0.6–1.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels

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Cyclopentasiloxane~0.55–1.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingMattifying

A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

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Dimethicone~0.55–1.25%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingMattifying

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

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Dipropylene glycol dibenzoate~0.5–1.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.45–1.05%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

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.

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Ethylparaben~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Glycerin~0.45–1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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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Glyceryl stearate~0.45–1.05%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

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Camellia sinensis extract~0.35–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin

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Iron oxides~0.35–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

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Ci 77491~0.35–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating

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Iron oxides~0.3–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

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Ci 77492~0.3–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A colorant. Usually well-tolerated

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Iron oxides~0.3–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

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Ci 77499~0.3–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

An iron oxide. Used as a colorant. Is usually well tolerated

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Isopropyl titanium triisostearate~0.4–0.9%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Methylparaben~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Phytic acid~0.35–0.75%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics

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Polyhydroxystearic acid~0.35–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation

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Polysorbate 20~0.35–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Ppg-15 stearyl ether benzoate~0.4–0.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Propylene glycol~0.3–0.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Propylparaben~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.3–0.7%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content

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Saccharum officinarum extract~0.15–0.65%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.15–0.6%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-blemishAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C

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Sodium hydroxide~0.15–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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T-butyl alcohol~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating

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Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.1–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation

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Vp/eicosene copolymer~0.1–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Sun protection

Used to improve the product adherence to the skin, for example, to pro-long the protective effect of sunscreens. Can be irritating to very sensitive skin

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Water~0.05–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Xanthan gum~0.05–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Ingredient list view

Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, Alumina, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Bis-peg/ppg-16/16 peg/ppg-16/16 dimethicone, Butylparaben, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetyl dimethicone, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dipropylene glycol dibenzoate, Tocopheryl acetate, Ethylparaben, Glycerin, Glyceryl stearate, Camellia sinensis extract, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Iron oxides, Ci 77499, Isopropyl titanium triisostearate, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Phytic acid, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Polysorbate 20, Ppg-15 stearyl ether benzoate, Propylene glycol, Propylparaben, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Sodium hydroxide, T-butyl alcohol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Vp/eicosene copolymer, Water, Xanthan gum

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.

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A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
2
Risk assessment of zinc oxide, a cosmetic ingredient used as a UV filter of sunscreensncbi.nlm.nih.gov
3
Characterization of the UVA protection provided by avobenzone, zinc oxide, and titanium dioxide in broad-spectrum sunscreen productsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Ultraviolet Protection Properties of Commercial Sunscreens and Sunscreens Containing Zno Nanorodsiopscience.iop.org
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ZnO nanoparticles and organic chemical UV-filters are equally well tolerated by human immune cellsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
6
Safety Assessment of Alumina and Aluminum Hydroxide as Used in Cosmeticsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medicationsjaad.org
8
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
9
Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
10
Cosmetic and dermatologic use of alpha hydroxy acidsonlinelibrary.wiley.com
11
Comparative Evaluation of Efficacy and Tolerability of Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Mandelic Acid, and Phytic Acid Combination Peels in Melasmancbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
14
Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
15
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate shows in vitro and in vivo efficacy in the prevention and treatment of acne vulgarisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
16
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate in topical microemulsionssciencedirect.com
17
Final report of the safety assessment of L-Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate, Magnesium Ascorbate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Sodium Ascorbate, and Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate as used in cosmeticseuropepmc.org
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Regulation of collagen synthesis in human dermal fibroblasts by the sodium and magnesium salts of ascorbyl-2-phosphatekarger.com
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Comparison of clinical efficacies of sodium ascorbyl phosphate, retinol and their combination in acne treatmentonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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Application of l-ascorbic acid and its derivatives (sodium ascorbyl phosphate and magnesium ascorbyl phosphate) in topical cosmetic formulations: stability studiesinis.iaea.org
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Sodium L-ascorbyl-2-phosphate 5% lotion for the treatment of acne vulgaris: a randomized, double-blind, controlled trialonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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Safety Assessment of Vinylpyrrolidone Polymers as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org

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