Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30

Brand price

USD 31.20 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.

Key Ingredients

• Mineral sunscreen2

  Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.

  Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide

• Fatty alcohol1

  Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.

  Cetearyl Alcohol

• Sunscreen2

  Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.

  Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide

• Face oil1

  An oil formulated to be used on the face.

  Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

• Vitamin E2

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

• Vitamin C derivative (stable)2

  Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.

  Ascorbyl Glucoside, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• AHA1

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

• Vitamin C2

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  Ascorbyl Glucoside, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Benefits

• Hydrating6

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair20

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycine Soja Sterols, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Isononyl Isononanoate, Lecithin, Linoleic Acid, Niacinamide, Resveratrol, Tetrapeptide-30, Tocopherol, Zinc Oxide

• Reduces Irritation3

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Bisabolol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Zinc Oxide

• Redness Reducing3

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Bisabolol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Niacinamide

• Anti-Aging1

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Resveratrol

• Smoothing15

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycine Soja Sterols, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Isononyl Isononanoate, Lecithin, Linoleic Acid, Niacinamide

• Brightening4

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Ascorbyl Glucoside, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Niacinamide

• Dark Spots4

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Ascorbyl Glucoside, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Niacinamide

• Even Tone2

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting1

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide

• Oil Control1

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Niacinamide

• Pore Refining1

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Niacinamide

• Exfoliating1

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid

• Antioxidant5

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Ascorbyl Glucoside, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Resveratrol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

• Sun Protection2

  Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.

  Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide

• Anti-Pollution9

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Ascorbyl Glucoside, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Resveratrol, Tetrapeptide-30, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Oxide

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne3

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis12

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Aluminum Stearate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Laureth-7, Lecithin, Linoleic Acid, Phospholipids, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin1

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

• May Worsen Irritation2

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Ceteareth-20, Tocopherol

Dupes

• Paula's Choice Daily Moisturizing Lotion SPF 3065% match