A moisturizer with spf built around Chemical sunscreen and Vitamin C derivative, for barrier repair and smoothing.
A moisturizer with spf built around Chemical sunscreen and Zinc salt, for hydration and barrier repair.
Brand price
USD 29.50 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
USD 48.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

At a Glance

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Key Ingredients

Chemical sunscreen4
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Sunscreen4
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Chemical sunscreen4
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Fatty alcohol1
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Sunscreen4
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene

Benefits

Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Saccharide Isomerate
Barrier Repair8
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate
Reduces Irritation4
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Bisabolol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Salix Alba Bark Extract
Hydrating14
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Amylose, Anhydroxylitol, Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glucose, Glycerin, Inositol, Propanediol, Tocopherol, Trehalose, Urea, Xylitol, Xylitylglucoside, Yeast Amino Acids
Barrier Repair13
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Coconut Alkanes, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Propanediol Dicaprylate, Tocopherol, Xylitol
Reduces Irritation3
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

Concerns

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis10
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
May Worsen Irritation7
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Terpineol
May Worsen Eczema7
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Terpineol
May Worsen Rosacea7
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Terpineol
May Trigger Acne4
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis12
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Butyl Avocadate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Coco-Glucoside, Coconut Alkanes, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Laureth-12, PEG-100 Stearate, Persea Gratissima Oil, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris4
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Tocopherol
May Worsen Oily Skin2
May increase shine or excess oil.

Ingredients Side-by-side

Octocrylene (in both products)
UV Filter
0-1 / —
- Chemical sunscreen
- Reef-unsafe UV filter
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Butyloctyl Salicylate (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Viscosity Controlling
Octocrylene (in both products)
UV Filter
0-1 / —
- Chemical sunscreen
- Reef-unsafe UV filter
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Butyloctyl Salicylate (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Homosalate
Fragrance, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Homosalate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Homosalate →Octocrylene
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Octocrylene is a UV filter banned by Palau over coral-reef concerns.
Learn more about Octocrylene →Ethylhexyl Salicylate
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Salicylate →Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane →Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →Butyloctyl Salicylate
Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Butyloctyl Salicylate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Butyloctyl Salicylate →Tapioca Starch
Viscosity Controlling
Tapioca Starch is the starch obtained from tapioca. It consists primarily of amylose and amylopectin
Learn more about Tapioca Starch →Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient, Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate →PEG-100 Stearate
Cleansing
PEG-100 Stearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about PEG-100 Stearate →Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
Learn more about Xanthan Gum →
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