This mineral sunscreen covers the full UV range and blocks ~98% of UVB at SPF 50.
This brightening moisturizer is formulated around Niacinamide and Arbutin to brighten dull-looking skin and fade the look of dark spots.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Arachidyl Alcohol
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Flour
Abrasive
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHaberlea Rhodopensis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingWater, Zinc Oxide, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Trisiloxane, Arachidyl Alcohol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Chlorphenesin, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Allantoin, Avena Sativa Kernel Flour, Bisabolol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract, Haberlea Rhodopensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aminomethyl Propanol
Water
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor
UV Absorber
Polyacrylamide
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
PEG-100 Stearate
Surfactant
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Actinidia Polygama Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningArbutin
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Sulfite
Preservative
Acetyl Tyrosine
Skin ConditioningSaxifraga Sarmentosa Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingAminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Astringent
Glutathione
PEG-40 Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Triethanolamine
BufferingHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingAmmonium Acrylates Copolymer
CI 12490
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Titanium Dioxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Niacinamide, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor, Polyacrylamide, Cetyl Alcohol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, PEG-100 Stearate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Allantoin, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Laureth-7, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Parfum, Actinidia Polygama Fruit Extract, Arbutin, Citric Acid, Sodium Sulfite, Acetyl Tyrosine, Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Glutathione, PEG-40 Castor Oil, Triethanolamine, Hexylene Glycol, Ammonium Acrylates Copolymer, CI 12490
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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.
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizing properties; it's basically a quiet workhorse ingredient you can find in a huge range of cosmetics.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Research shows it can encourage your skin cells to turn over and renew by stimulating keratinocyte and fibroblast proliferation.
It also has mild keratolytic properties to help loosen and shed dead skin cells without being harsh.
Studies also suggest allantoin can help calm inflammation by dialing down some of the chemical signals your skin sends out when it is irritated.
This ingredient is typically used in the 0.1-0.5% range, and the FDA recognizes it as a skin protectant in OTC products up to 2%.
Overall, allantoin is a wonderful addition to most routines; it is stable across a wide pH range (~4-8), works well with other ingredients, and is considered non-sensitizing/non-irritating.
Fun fact: Allantoin is naturally occurring in comfrey root, beets, chamomile, and wheat sprouts. Our bodies even produce it as a byproduct of uric acid metabolism.
Learn more about AllantoinButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCitric 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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidEthylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinPhenoxyethanol is one of the most widely used preservatives in skincare (and for good reason!).
It has a large spectrum of antimicrobial activity and especially effective bacteria, yeast, and mold while only having a weak effect on your skin's natural microbiome.
On a cellular level, it disrupts the cell membranes of microbes by poking holes that make the cell leak. This shuts down the chemical reactions the microbe needs to make energy so it can no longer survive.
Another perk of this ingredient is that it stays functional across a wide pH range (3-10).
You'll often see it paired with boosters like Ethylhexylglycerin; one study showed that a 1:9 ratio of Ethylhexylglycerin to Phenoxyethanol damages bacterial membranes as effectively as doubling the Phenoxyethanol concentration on its own.
Typical use concentrations range from 0.3-1% depending on the formula, and this ingredient is capped at 1% int the EU.
Safety-wise, the fear mongering does not hold up to the evidence. The EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety and FDA consider it safe as a preservative at up to 1%, including for children of all ages.
Adverse systemic effects only showed up in animal studies at exposures roughly 200x higher than what people get from cosmetics. And despite its very widespread use, this ingredient is a rare sensitizer and allergic reactions are uncommon.
Learn more about PhenoxyethanolPolymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicon-based surface modifier that makes sunscreens feel silky and makeup stay put.
Its main job is to coat mineral particles like titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and color pigments in a thin, oily layer so they spread smoothly, don't clump, and stick to skin better.
This ingredient is typically used at low levels (up to 2.5% in eyeshadow and 1% in lipstick).
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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
