1 / 12Illuminate+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+
Completely free of synthetic fragrance.
Skin Type Match
Mattifying · Comedogenic · Lightweight
- Lightweight breathable feel
- Controls excess shine
- High UVB protection
- High comedogenic risk
- Poor UV photostability
- Severe eye sting
Performance Scores
SPF Level
Excellent
SPF Level
Label claims SPF 50+, which is supported by a dense combination of UVB filters including Octinoxate, Ensulizole, Octisalate, and Bisoctrizole.
Broad Spectrum
Excellent
Broad Spectrum
Ecamsule (peak 344 nm), Avobenzone (peak 357 nm), and Bisoctrizole (peak 360 nm) work synergistically to cover the entire 315-400 nm spectrum.
Sweat Resistance
Poor
Sweat Resistance
Polyester-7 is a high molecular weight aliphatic polyester recognized in cosmetic science as a robust, water-resistant film former.
Photo Stability
Poor
Photo Stability
Studies confirm that Octinoxate induces the concomitant photolysis of Avobenzone, rapidly reducing UV protection unless quenched by specific stabilizers like Octocrylene.
Visible Light
Poor
Visible Light
Absence of iron oxides (e.g., CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499) and pigmentary-grade non-white minerals in the ingredient list.
Irritation Risk
High Risk
Irritation Risk
Propylene glycol is a well-documented penetration enhancer and irritant at higher concentrations, while organic UV filters like avobenzone frequently trigger erythema in compromised skin.
Pore Clogging
High Risk
Pore Clogging
Dermatological comedogenicity assays, including Fulton's scale, identify marine algae extracts (rated 4-5/5) and the synergistic combination of cetearyl alcohol with ceteareth-20 as having high potential to induce comedogenesis.
White Cast
Low Risk
White Cast
Bisoctrizole is an insoluble micro-pigment that reflects and scatters UV and visible light, causing mild but observable reflectance on Fitzpatrick IV-VI skin tones.
Ingredients Analysis
Active Filters
Avobenzone UVA I / UVA II
Rapidly degrades under UV exposure losing significant UVA protection capacity unless stabilized by other filters.
Octinoxate UVB
Studies indicate potential estrogenic and thyroid disrupting activity in animal models and human cell lines.
Ensulizole UVB
In vitro studies suggest it can generate reactive oxygen species upon UV exposure which may lead to cellular damage though real world impact is debated.
Octisalate UVB
Clinical trials demonstrate systemic absorption into the bloodstream exceeding the FDA threshold requiring further safety testing.
Key Inactive Ingredients
Propylene Glycol Solvent
Recognized as a frequent cause of allergic contact dermatitis especially in individuals with eczema or compromised skin barriers.
Decyl Glucoside Surfactant
Named Contact Allergen of the Year in 2017 due to increasing reports of allergic contact dermatitis, though it remains safe and mild for the vast majority of users.
Alpha Arbutin Other
Restricted in the EU to a maximum concentration of 2 percent in face creams and half a percent in body lotions to minimize potential exposure to hydroquinone [2][12].
Triethanolamine pH Adjuster
May react with nitrosating agents in formulations to form nitrosamines which are potential carcinogens.
Cetearyl Alcohol Emollient
Historically rated as mildly comedogenic in animal models but modern dermatological consensus indicates it is unlikely to clog pores in typical cosmetic formulations.
Ceteareth-20 Emulsifier
As an ethoxylated compound, it may contain trace amounts of 1,4 dioxane and ethylene oxide, which are potential carcinogens formed during the manufacturing process.
Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Generally well tolerated but can cause contact dermatitis or skin irritation in rare cases, particularly in sensitive individuals.
Ethylhexylglycerin Preservative
Recognized as a rare but emerging cause of allergic contact dermatitis, particularly in leave-on cosmetic products.
Cyclopentasiloxane Emollient
The European Union is restricting this ingredient to a maximum concentration of one tenth of a percent in leave on cosmetics effective June 2027.
Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract Skin Conditioning
May cause skin irritation, erythema, or a warming sensation in sensitive individuals due to the potential presence of capsaicinoids.
Laminaria Digitata Extract Skin Conditioning
Algae and seaweed extracts including Laminaria digitata are frequently flagged as pore clogging and may exacerbate breakouts in acne prone skin [1.2].
Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide Skin Conditioning
Subject to EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex III limits on secondary amine impurities to prevent the formation of potential nitrosamines [2.2].
BHT Antioxidant
Some animal studies suggest high oral doses may cause endocrine disruption, though regulatory bodies consider it safe at the low concentrations used in cosmetics.