A moisturizer with spf built around Vitamin C derivative and Vitamin C, for barrier repair and smoothing.
A moisturizer with spf built around Chemical sunscreen and Mineral sunscreen, for hydration and sun protection.
Brand price
GBP 62.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
AUD 71.95 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

At a Glance

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Key Ingredients

Chemical sunscreen3
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone
Fatty alcohol1
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Sunscreen3
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone
Mineral sunscreen1
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Chemical sunscreen4
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone
Sunscreen4
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone

Benefits

Barrier Repair7
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Dibutyl Adipate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dimethicone, Glycerin
Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dibutyl Adipate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dimethicone
Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Butylene Glycol, Erythritol, Glycerin, Panthenol, Stearic Acid
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

Concerns

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Coco-Glucoside, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
May Worsen Irritation9
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Citral, Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Stearic Acid, Vp/Acrylates/Lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

Ingredients Side-by-side

Antioxidant
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin C derivative (stable)
- Antioxidant
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (in both products)
UV Filter
- Chemical sunscreen
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Dibutyl Adipate (in both products)
Emollient
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (in both products)
UV Filter
- Chemical sunscreen
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Emollient
Emollient
2 / 1
- Fatty alcohol
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (in both products)
UV Filter
- Chemical sunscreen
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (in both products)
UV Filter
- Chemical sunscreen
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Hydroxyacetophenone (in both products)
Antioxidant
Dibutyl Adipate (in both products)
Emollient
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aqua
Solvent
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate →Dibutyl Adipate
Film Forming, Plasticiser, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Solvent
Dibutyl adipate
Learn more about Dibutyl Adipate →Ethylhexyl Triazone
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Triazone is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Triazone →Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Hair Conditioning, Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine →Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
Learn more about Phenoxyethanol →Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate is vitamin E.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate →Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hydroxyacetophenone is the organic compound
Learn more about Hydroxyacetophenone →Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
Learn more about Xanthan Gum →
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