Sensilis Skin Glow Glycolic Smoothing Brightening Gel Versus Sensilis Photocorrection D-Pigment SPF 50+ Color
This smoothing night moisturizer is formulated around Glycolic Acid and Niacinamide to refine skin texture and brighten dull-looking skin.
This chemical sunscreen covers the full UV range and blocks ~98% of UVB at SPF 50.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Cyclodextrin
AbsorbentUndecane
EmollientSodium Hydroxide
BufferingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Tridecane
Perfuming
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aspergillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningYeast Extract
Skin ConditioningZinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract
Antioxidant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantCopper Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Magnesium Aspartate
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Citrate
BufferingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Chloride
MaskingCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Dimethicone, Glycolic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Cyclodextrin, Undecane, Sodium Hydroxide, Niacinamide, Isopentyldiol, Panthenol, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Tridecane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aspergillus Ferment, Yeast Extract, Zinc Gluconate, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, Copper Gluconate, Silica, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetyl Alcohol, Magnesium Aspartate, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Citrate, Tocopherol, Sodium Chloride, CI 16035, Parfum, Citric Acid
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDimethicone
Emollient
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientAscorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Physalis Angulata Extract
Skin ProtectingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Sclareolide
Masking
Lysine
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSodium Lauroyl Glutamate
SurfactantMagnesium Chloride
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Silica, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Physalis Angulata Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sclareolide, Lysine, Tocopherol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Magnesium Chloride, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolTocopheryl Acetate is a stable, shelf-friendly form of vitamin E.
Formulators love it because plain vitamin E oxidizes quickly once it hits air. This acetate version stays stable and resists going off, helping to extend a product's shelf life.
It's actually inactive on its own and works like a slow-release "storage" form; the enzymes in your skin called esterases gradually convert it into active vitamin E over time.
One in vivo study showed 5% of the acetate in the living layer of the epidermis converted to vitamin E after 5 days of application. This study also found the skin gained protection against UV damage even though the conversion was slow and small.
Once converted, vitamin E acts as a skin's main fat-soluble antioxidant that fights free radicals to protect skin from damage.
Topical vitamin E generally boosts the skin's photoprotection, and it reduced UV-damage in animal models.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
Overall, it has a pretty solid safety profile and has been found to be non-irritating and non-comedogenic. Allergic reactions may happen but stay rare due to how widely the ingredient gets used.
The concentration will vary depending on the formula; industry data shows 0.1% in baby lotions, 3% in lipsticks, and 5% in foot powders. You can also find this ingredient at 100% in a pure vitamin E oil.
Most leave-on skincare keeps it at the lower end, often between 0.5-1%.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
