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UV Sheer

A sunscreen built around Mineral sunscreen and Chemical sunscreen, for barrier repair and hydration.

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Ingredients List

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Zinc OxideUV Filter

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Mineral sunscreen
Sunscreen
Reduces Irritation
Sun Protection

OctocryleneUV Filter

0-1 / —

Chemical sunscreen
Reef-unsafe UV filter
Sunscreen
Sun Protection

WaterSkin Conditioning

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Hyaluronic AcidHumectant

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Hyaluronic acid
Hydrating

Butylene GlycolHumectant

1 / 0

Hydrating

PhenoxyethanolPreservative

0 / —

EthylhexylglycerinSkin Conditioning

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Sodium HydroxideBuffering

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Butyloctyl SalicylateSkin Conditioning

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Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis

IsododecaneEmollient

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Key Ingredients

Mineral sunscreen1
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Zinc Oxide
Chemical sunscreen1
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Octocrylene
Sunscreen2
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Octocrylene, Zinc Oxide
Face oil1
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Squalane
Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 60
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Hyaluronic Acid
Vitamin C1
Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Benefits

Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Hyaluronic Acid, Squalane
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Isododecane, Isohexadecane, Squalane, Zinc Oxide
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Zinc Oxide
Smoothing3
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Isododecane, Isohexadecane, Squalane
Brightening1
Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Dark Spots1
Fades dark spots for a more even tone.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant1
Shields skin from free radical damage.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Sun Protection2
Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.
Octocrylene, Zinc Oxide
Anti-Pollution2
Helps defend against airborne pollutants.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Zinc Oxide

Concerns

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis5
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Squalane

Ingredients Explained

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Zinc Oxide
Antimicrobial, Bulking, Colorant, Light Stabilizer, Oral Care, Skin Protecting, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Zinc Oxide is a mineral UV filter.
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Octocrylene
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Octocrylene is a UV filter banned by Palau over coral-reef concerns.
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Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
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Hyaluronic Acid
Antistatic, Humectant, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid is a hyaluronic acid.
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Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
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Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
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Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering, Denaturant
Sodium hydroxide
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Butyloctyl Salicylate
Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Butyloctyl Salicylate isn't fungal acne safe.
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Isododecane
Perfuming, Emollient, Solvent
2,2,4,6,6-Pentamethylheptane; Hydrocarbons, C4, 1,3-butadiene-free, polymd., triisobutylene fraction, hydrogenated
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Dupes

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