This chemical sunscreen covers the full UV range and blocks ~98% of UVB at SPF 50.
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What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Butane
Propane
Isobutane
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Methicone
Emollient
Menthyl Lactate
Masking
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPropylene Carbonate
SolventAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Piper Methysticum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Astringent
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButane, Propane, Isobutane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Isododecane, Water, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide As, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Silica, Methicone, Menthyl Lactate, Caprylyl Methicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Piper Methysticum Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Homosalate
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Mentha Aquatica Extract
Tonic1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Alumina
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningPolymethyl Methacrylate
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Tromethamine
BufferingCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Sulfate
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate
Perfuming
C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
ChelatingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantHedera Helix Extract
AntimicrobialCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pyridoxine
Skin ConditioningThiamine Hcl
MaskingAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Bioflavonoids
Skin ConditioningBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicCarnitine
Cleansing
Folic Acid
Skin ConditioningNiacin
SmoothingRiboflavin
Cosmetic ColorantTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Glutathione
Water, CI 77891, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Homosalate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Mentha Aquatica Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Alumina, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Stearic Acid, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Alcohol Denat., Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Tromethamine, CI 77492, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Disteardimonium Hectorite, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Panthenol, Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate, C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane, CI 77491, Polysorbate 80, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, CI 77499, Hedera Helix Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Pyridoxine, Thiamine Hcl, Ascorbic Acid, Bioflavonoids, Biotin, Carnitine, Folic Acid, Niacin, Riboflavin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyglutamic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Adenosine, Glutathione
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C and is the biologically active form used directly by skin.
Not only is vitamin C great for your overall health and immune system, but it also has plenty of benefits for your skin. It is best supported by academic literature for:
Topical vitamin C has been shown to help neutralize oxidative stress from UV and pollution, helping to improve photoaging and hyperpigmentation when used consistently.
One clinical study found that using 5% topical vitamin C for six months improved signs of photodamaged skin, both on the surface and in the deeper structural layers of the skin.
While vitamin C doesn’t replace sunscreen, studies show it can boost photoprotection when combined with Vitamin E and ferulic acid. These two ingredients help improve stability and protective effects.
The big downside of this ingredient is formulation difficulty. Vitamin C is prone to oxidation and doesn't penetrate the skin unless formulated correctly. Research found that vitamin C absorbs into the skin best at a low pH (< 3.5) with about 20% being the upper limit for effective absorption.
Skin levels can saturate after repeated application; this means your skin won’t keep absorbing more once it’s full of vitamin C. This is why more isn’t always better with vitamin C and why very high concentrations don’t necessarily give extra benefits.
Ascorbic acid generally works well with many skincare ingredients but can be irritating when combined with other active ingredients. Strong oxidizing acne treatments like benzoyl peroxide can reduce the effectiveness of vitamin C if they are used at the same time; they are often recommended for use at different times of day.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Foods rich with vitamin C include oranges, strawberries, broccoli, bell peppers, and more. When consuming Vitamin C, your skin receives a portion of the nutrients.
Learn more about Ascorbic AcidDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UV-A absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm).
DHHB is well-liked for:
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%. Unfortunately, it has not been approved for use in the US or Canada due to slow regulatory processes.
This ingredient is soluble in oils, fats, and lipids.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateDisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinThis extract comes from Purslane, a succulent. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.
Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.
Fun fact: Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.
Nowadays, purslane is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.
Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea ExtractSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateTocopherol 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 TocopherolWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!
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