Traditionally, UV-filters are categorized as either chemical or physical. It absorbs rapidly, makes the product easily spreadable and reduces greasiness coming from the oil-soluble sunscreen agents. A clear, colorless, practically odorless, light liquid that works as a handy helper ingredient in sunscreen formulas. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here. If that wasnt enough panthenol is also useful in nail and hair care products.
It helps to create high-SPF formulas with reduced concentrations of UV-filters and it also helps to create cosmetically elegant formulas (and that's no easy feat when it comes to sunscreens). water-hating. This product contains antioxidants (ferulic acid) that can help neutralize 
This sunscreen uses organic (so-called "chemical") sunscreen filters. :)). The problem with it, though, is that it isnot photostable and degrades in the sunlight. So the good things: thanks to its wonderful scent the high-end perfume industry loves rose oil. doi:10.1111/j.1473-2130.2004.00115.x, Ferulic Acid: Therapeutic Potential Through Its Antioxidant Property, Ferulic acid stabilizes a solution of vitamins C and E and doubles its photoprotection of skin, Antioxidant Properties of Ferulic Acid and Its Possible Application, Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care, Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt, Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin, Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries, Cocoa polyphenols and their influence on parameters involved in ex vivo skin restructuring, Safety Assessment of Alkyl Phosphates as Used in Cosmetics, The influence of alkane chain length on the skin irritation potential of 1,2-alkanediols, Annex I: Clinical evidence regarding sensitisation to individual fragrance chemicals and to natural extracts, Effect of green Coffea arabica L. seed oil on extracellular matrix components and water-channel expression in in vitro and ex vivo human skin models, Safety Assessment of Citrus-Derived Peel Oils as Used in Cosmetics, Oxidized citrus oil (R-limonene): A frequent skin sensitizer in Europe, Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenes. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light, Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Sunscreens with organic filters can sting eyes. Waxy, white, solid stuff that helps water and oil to mix together and leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth. As for skincare, cocoa butter counts as a rich emollient that can moisturize and nourish even the driest skin (think chapped hands or lips). Octyl Salicylate, Octisalate;Ethylhexyl Salicylate. As cosmetic chemistColins writes it, "its safety really is beyond any doubt". skin Titanium Dioxide is one of the two members of the elite sunscreen group called physical sunscreens (or inorganic sunscreens if youre a science geek and want to be precise). And by even more we mean putting it all overyour face as sunflower oil is one of the most commonly used plant oils in skincare. It also protects the surface of the skin and enhances the damaged or irritated skin barrier. Organic, or "chemical" filters usually provide reliable sun protection and rarely leave a white cast. Its pH dependent and works best at acidic pH levels (3-5). best anti-aging strategy. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. It is a good emulsifier choice for stable water-resistant sunscreen formulas. Now, the not-so-good thing? The big difference is supposed to be that chemical agents absorb UV-light while physical agents reflect it like a bunch of mini umbrellas on top of theskin. A real oldie but a goodie. A little helper ingredient that works as a preservative. It's a great skin moisturizer and also used to regulate the pH value of the cosmetic formula. :). Also, we (humans :)) love rose oil. In cosmetics, its often in products that are supposed to keep your skin matte as it has great oil-absorbing abilities. A not so strong preservative that doesnt really work against bacteria, but more against mold and yeast. No wonder its popular. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. Nicotinic acid/niacinamide and the skin. Anyway, it doesn't matter if it reflects or absorbs, Titanium Dioxide is a pretty awesome sunscreen agent for two main reasons: it gives a nice broad spectrum coverage and it's highly stable. It's in many plants, e.g. glycerin, sodium lactate.
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection. Octisalate.
It's produced sustainably from corn sugar and it's Ecocert approved. A bit of a sloppy ingredient name as it covers not one butthree pigments: red, yellow and black iron oxide. Pro-Vitamin B5 is a goodie that moisturises the skin, has anti-inflammatory, skin protecting and wound healing properties. You can probably guess that this means rose essential oil is expensive. very very expensive. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they pull in the moisture from the outside environment, or from Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating, Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture, A potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen, A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. An often used emollient with a light and silky feel. There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. A common helper ingredient that stabilizes emulsions and helps to thicken up products.
Oxidizedlimonene cancause allergic contact dermatitis and counts asa frequent skin sensitizer. The main difference between glyceryl stearate citrate and its cousin glyceryl stearate is that this one has a citric acid molecule also attached to its glycerin. A little helper ingredient that works as a preservative. Still, if you have sensitive skin and prefer fragrance-free products, bergamot oil is not for you. One of the EU 26 fragrances that has to be labelled separately because ofallergen potential.
It's popular in sunscreens to "lighten up" oil soluble chemical UV filters. tools, Isle Glow Face Moisturizer with SPF 45 and Niacinamide, CAY SKIN Isle Glow Face Moisturizer with SPF 45 and Niacinamide. It is not photostable so has to be combined with ingredients that help to stabilize it. 
There is also research showing that panthenol can help our skin to produce more lovely lipids that are important for a strong and healthy skin barrier. A study shows that it can reduce the irritation caused by less-nice other ingredients (e.g. Is usually well tolerated by the skin, An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CAY SKIN - Isle Glow Face Moisturizer with SPF 45 and Niacinamide, Supergoop! Its not a strong one and doesnt really work against bacteria, but more against mold and yeast. A natural corn sugar derived glycol. A super common emollient that makes your skin feel nice and smooth. It does smellnice but the problemis that it oxidizes on air exposure and the resulting stuff is not good for the skin. The first type is called humectants: these ingredients help attract water. Best to avoid if your skin is sensitive. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin, An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. The essential oil coming from the flowers of bitter orange (which is the sister of the sweet orange we all know and eat). Please try again later! A really multi-functional helper ingredient that can do several things in a skincare product: it can bring a soft and pleasant feel to the formula, it can act as a humectant and emollient, it can be a solvent for some other ingredients (for example it can help to stabilize perfumesin watery products) and it can also help to disperse pigments more evenly in makeup products. The unrefined version(be sure to use that on your skin!) After 2 weeks 3% Aquacellincreased key elements in the skin significantly: citrulline by 440%, Sodium PCA by 180%, Sodium Lactate by 60%. Though its long name does not reveal it, this polymer molecule (big molecule from repeated subunits or monomers) is a relative to the super common, water-loving thickener, Carbomer. The maximum concentration of avobenzone permitted is 5% in the EU and 3% in the US. Our brand is on a mission to create sustainable, skin loving products for everyone under the sun to feel confident in their skin every day.". Wikipedia saysthat avobenzone loses 36% of its UV-absorptioncapacity after just one hour of sunlight (yep, this is one of the reasons why sunscreens have to be reapplied after a few hours).
Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product, Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer, A plant extract used as a fragrance. Its part of 200 natural oils including lavender, ylang-ylang, bergamot, jasmine, geranium and it can be found in 90-95% of prestige perfumes on the market. Before we list out the good and the not so good, here isan interesting thing. Can lead to photosensitivity, A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. It does so by neutralizing the metal ions in the formula (that usually get into there from water) that would otherwise cause some not so nice changes. The sugars give apple nice moisturizing properties, while the acids give mild exfoliant, skin brightening and antibacterial properties. Octocrylene's safety profile is generally quite good, though a review study in Contact Dermatitis reports an "increasing number of patients with photo contact allergy to octocrylene." Join the WIMJ community to get skincare help and use personalized Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. A multi-functional helper ingredient that acts as a humectant and emollient. According to The National Sunflower Association, there is evidencethat both the plant and its oil were used by American Indians in the area of Arizona and New Mexico about 3000 BC. Avobenzone 3% Sunscreen, Octisalate 5% Sunscreen, Octocrylene 10% Sunscreen, Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Diisopropyl Adipate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Lauryl Lactate, Glycerin, Mica, Propanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Fruit Extract, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Ferulic Acid, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Cetyl Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Silica, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Chlorphenesin, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Myroxylon Pereirae (Balsam Peru) Oil, Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Nut/Stem Oil, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Oil, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Limonium Gerberi Extract, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, They say: "Cay Skin, by Winnie Harlow, is a daily suncare line created to keep all skintones glowing and protected throughout the year. The cosmetic industry is, of course, really trying to solve this problemand the best solution so far is using nanoparticles. The famous Avobenzone. A mineral powder used to improve skin feel, increase product slip, give the product some light-reflecting properties, enhance skin adhesion or serve as an anti-caking agent. Interestingly, the combination of avobenzone with mineral sunscreens (that is titanium dioxide and zinc oxide) is not a good idea. Lentil extract that contains vitamin B5 and trisaccharides and has nice moisturizing properties.
A colorless to light yellowish oily liquid that works as a UVB (280-320nm) sunscreen filter with a peak absorbance at 306 nm. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). But when it comes to cosmetics, all you need to know is that both glyceryl stearate citrate and glyceryl stearate are safe, tried and true emulsifiers. Here are the organic filters this product uses: avobenzone, octisalate and octocrylene. An oil-soluble chemical sunscreen agent that protects skin in the UVB and somewhat in the UVA II range with a peak absorption of 304 nm. Analkaline (high pH, aka basic) material that is used to set the pH of the cosmetic formula to the right value. Its also used as a helper ingredient to thicken up productsorsuspendinsoluble particles. Lentil extract that has nice moisturizing properties on the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be high. PCA stands for Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid and though it might not sound like it, it is a thing that can be found naturally in our skin. It's also a solvent and can boost the effectiveness of preservatives. This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and A supercommon and cheap fragrance ingredient. A common fragrance ingredient that has a faint sweet balsamic smell. . It's loaded withproteins, starch, sugars, acids, vitamins and salts. Glyceryl stearate citrate is similar to the super common skincare ingredient glyceryl stearate, and is similarly used to help combine waters and oils (emulsifier) and to make your skin feel nice and soft (emollient). Its a handy multi-tasking ingredient that gives the skin a nice, soft feel. A colorless to light yellowish oily liquid that works as a UVB (280-320nm) sunscreen filter with a peak absorbance at 306 nm. Avobenzone - the only globally available chemical sunscreen that gives proper UVA protection. Most often lentil comes to the formula as part of a moisturizingtrio together with watermelon and apple. To do that it has to break down to its active form, sorbic acid. Its protection is very good between 290 - 350 nm (UVB and UVA II range), and less goodat 350-400 nm (UVA I) range. This product also contains ingredients called occlusives. Has also antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. A study shows that a nail treatment liquide with 2% panthenol could effectively get into the nail and significantly increase the hydration of it. substances, and the exact chemical nature of it is not really understood, so it's indeed magic. Oh, and according to Wikipedia, it even helps to stabilize famously unstable UVA-filter, Avobenzone. We don't have description for this ingredient yet. Linalool is a super common fragrance ingredient. The three of them is called AquaCell and is claimed to give 24 hours hydration and to reduce fine lines after only 2 hours.