This hybrid sunscreen covers the full UV range and blocks ~98% of UVB at SPF 50.
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 ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialSodium Chloride
MaskingPEG/PPG-20/15 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
C20-40 Acid
Cleansing
C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emollient
PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingOctyldodecyl Xyloside
EmulsifyingBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
UV Absorber
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Silica
Abrasive
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Disodium EDTA
ChelatingCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Diamond Powder
Abrasive
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Lavandula Stoechas Extract
MaskingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Cholesterol
Emollient
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Polyethylene, Titanium Dioxide, Octocrylene, Octyldodecanol, Zinc Oxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, PEG/PPG-20/15 Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, C20-40 Acid, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Phenoxyethanol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Octyldodecyl Xyloside, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, CI 77492, Chlorphenesin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Parfum, Silica, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Glycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disodium EDTA, CI 77491, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, CI 77499, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Diamond Powder, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Lavandula Stoechas Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cholesterol
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
MaskingDiethylhexyl Succinate
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Water
Skin ConditioningDrometrizole Trisiloxane
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water
Astringent
Tromethamine
BufferingSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingArachidyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningArachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingSodium Metaphosphate
BufferingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Diethylhexyl Succinate, Propanediol, Water, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Behenyl Alcohol, Methyl Trimethicone, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water, Tromethamine, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Arachidyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Arachidyl Glucoside, Sodium Metaphosphate, Adenosine, Tocopherol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate
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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.
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Rosacea skin has a lower threshold for acids generally, with 62.5% of rosacea subjects in one study reacting to lactic acid in a sting test. This is why we mark citric acid as a potential rosacea trigger.
However, this ingredient shows up as a pH adjuster or chelator at roughly 0.1-1% in many products. These low levels are unlikely to be an issue for rosacea skin and becomes a potential trigger at exfoliating concentrations (20%). Because everybody's skin is unique, we recommend a patch test if you are unsure.
Learn more about Citric 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 BenzoatePotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbatePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSodium 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 HyaluronateWater. 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!
Learn more about Water
