1 / 8SPF 70 Dewy Finish Sunscreen for Dry Skin SPF 70
Exceptional photostable broad spectrum protection
Skin Type Match
Comedogenic · Protective · Calming
- High UV protection
- Calms skin inflammation
- Safe with exfoliants
- Mildly pore clogging
- May irritate skin
- Feeds fungal acne
Performance Scores
SPF Level
Excellent
SPF Level
The product label claims SPF 70, which is supported by high-efficacy UVB filters like Ethylhexyl Triazone and Bisoctrizole.
Broad Spectrum
Excellent
Broad Spectrum
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate offers strong peak absorption at 354 nm (UVA I), while Bisoctrizole provides broad absorption extending up to 400 nm.
Sweat Resistance
Excellent
Sweat Resistance
Dimethicone and Cyclopentasiloxane offer water-repellent barrier properties, while Sodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Dimethylacrylamide Crosspolymer helps stabilise the emulsion against moisture.
Photo Stability
Excellent
Photo Stability
Photobiological literature confirms that Bisoctrizole, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, and Ethylhexyl Triazone are inherently photostable and do not undergo significant photodegradation.
Visible Light
Poor
Visible Light
There is a complete absence of iron oxide colour indices (such as CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499) and pigmentary-grade non-nano minerals in the ingredient list.
Irritation Risk
Medium Risk
Irritation Risk
Propylene glycol is a well-documented penetration enhancer and humectant that can induce irritant contact dermatitis, particularly in patients with pre-existing dermatitis or rosacea.
Pore Clogging
Medium Risk
Pore Clogging
Clinical comedogenicity scales assign Ceteareth-20 a rating of 2/5, Glyceryl Stearate 1-2/5, and Tocopherol 2-3/5, demonstrating a mild but cumulative pore-clogging potential.
White Cast
Low Risk
White Cast
Bisoctrizole is an organic particulate UV filter that provides broad-spectrum protection by absorbing, reflecting, and scattering UV light, causing slight whitening.
Ingredients Analysis
Active Filters
Ethylhexyl Triazone UVB
Currently not approved by the United States FDA for use in sunscreens though it is widely approved in the EU and other global markets.
Key Inactive Ingredients
Propylene Glycol Solvent
Recognized as a frequent cause of allergic contact dermatitis especially in individuals with eczema or compromised skin barriers.
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.
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.
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.
Sodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Dimethylacrylamide Crosspolymer Thickener
May contain trace amounts of residual unreacted monomers such as acrylamide, a known neurotoxin and carcinogen, although industry guidelines strictly limit these impurities to negligible and safe levels.
Polysorbate 60 Emulsifier
As an ethoxylated ingredient, the manufacturing process can result in trace contamination with 1,4-dioxane, a probable human carcinogen.
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.
Rosemary Leaf Extract Skin Conditioning
Whilegenerallywell-tolerated, cosmeticsafetypanelsnotethatrosemaryleafextractcanoccasionallycauseallergiccontactdermatitisandshouldbeformulatedtobenon-sensitizing[1.3].
Triethanolamine pH Adjuster
May react with nitrosating agents in formulations to form nitrosamines which are potential carcinogens.
Disodium EDTA Chelating Agent
Poorly biodegradable in the environment and can accumulate in aquatic ecosystems where it may mobilize heavy metals.
Fragrance Fragrance
Undisclosedfragranceblendsareamongthemostcommoncausesofcontactdermatitisandskinsensitizationincosmeticproducts[1.6].