5% Niacinamide Hydra Glow Gel Sunscreen SPF 50+
Advanced, highly photostable UV filters
Skin Type Match
Lightweight · Hydrating · Balanced
- Natural balanced finish
- Deeply hydrating
- Excellent UV protection
- Pore clogging risk
- May sting eyes
- Not water resistant
Performance Scores
SPF Level
Excellent
SPF Level
The inclusion of Ethylhexyl Triazone (Uvinul T 150) and Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (Tinosorb S) strongly supports the very high SPF 50+ clinical claim.
Broad Spectrum
Excellent
Broad Spectrum
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate provides peak UVA I absorption at 354 nm, while Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine offers continuous broad-spectrum coverage spanning 280-400 nm.
Sweat Resistance
Poor
Sweat Resistance
Ingredients like Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, and Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer provide minimal structural film-forming properties, but without rigorous testing data or dedicated hydrophobic polymers, durability under water is low.
Photo Stability
Excellent
Photo Stability
Photobiological research demonstrates that DHHB, BEMPT, and Ethylhexyl Triazone do not significantly degrade upon sustained UV exposure, eliminating the need for complex stabilization systems.
Visible Light
Poor
Visible Light
The ingredient list lacks any color index (CI) pigments, iron oxides, or non-nano mineral filters that provide measurable protection in the 400-700 nm range.
Irritation Risk
Medium Risk
Irritation Risk
Propylene glycol was named the 2018 Allergen of the Year by the American Contact Dermatitis Society due to frequent sensitization in patients with barrier defects.
Pore Clogging
High Risk
Pore Clogging
Established dermatological research and comedogenicity scales identify the specific combination of cetearyl alcohol and ceteareth-20 as highly comedogenic (rated 4/5).
White Cast
Low Risk
White Cast
Organic UV filters absorb radiation and solubilize clear in the formulation vehicle, producing zero visible particulate reflectance on Fitzpatrick I-VI skin.
Ingredients Analysis
Active Filters
Aqua (and) C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (and) Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (and) Ethylhexyl Triazone (and) Propanediol (and) Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (and) Phospholipid (and) Ethylhexylglycerin (and) Hydroxyacetophenone Broad Spectrum UV
The active chemical filters in this blend are not approved by the US FDA for use in sunscreens restricting products containing them to international 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.
Cetearyl Alcohol and Ceteareth-20 Emulsifier
The specific combination of cetearyl alcohol and ceteareth 20 is recognized as highly comedogenic and may trigger breakouts in acne prone individuals.
Phenoxyethanol and Ethylhexylglycerin Preservative
Both components are documented, albeit rare, contact allergens that can trigger allergic contact dermatitis in susceptible individuals.
Water (Aqua) (and) Glycerin (and) Alcohol (and) Achyrocline Satureiodes Flower Extract (and) Plantago Lanceolata Leaf Extract (and) Sodium PCA (and) Fabiana Imbricata Leaf/Stem Extract (and) Verbascum Thapsus Extract Skin Conditioning
Contains alcohol as a solvent which can act as a penetration enhancer and may cause mild skin dryness or barrier disruption in sensitive individuals.