The Derma Co
1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Oil-Free Matte Gel SPF 50
High SPF 50 and PA++++ protection
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Skin Type Match
No persona-specific skin match data is available yet.
Performance Scores
SPF Level
The labelled SPF 50 maps directly to the 'Very high' protection tier, indicating strong UVB-blocking capacity suitable for extended outdoor exposure.
Broad Spectrum
Excellent continuous coverage across the UVA spectrum is achieved through a sophisticated combination of Ecamsule (UVA II), Avobenzone (UVA I), and Bisoctrizole (broad UVA).
Sweat Resistance
Although the manufacturer makes no formal water-resistance claims, the presence of the dedicated water-resistant film-forming polymer Polyester-7 provides a minimal baseline infrastructure.
Visible Light
The formulation completely lacks the tinting agents, iron oxides, or pigmentary-grade mineral filters required to meaningfully attenuate visible light or high-energy visible (blue) light.
Irritation Risk
High concentration of propylene glycol (position 2) combined with triethanolamine and multiple chemical UV filters elevates the irritation risk for sensitive skin.
Pore Clogging
The primary gel base is non-comedogenic, but the presence of multiple mildly comedogenic emulsifiers collectively raises the pore-clogging potential to a moderate level.
White Cast
Devoid of traditional mineral filters, but contains the hybrid particulate filter Bisoctrizole (Tinosorb M) at a moderate concentration (pos 13).
Ingredients Analysis▾
Key Inactives
Propylene GlycolGlycol · Solvent
Recognized as a frequent cause of allergic contact dermatitis especially in individuals with eczema or compromised skin barriers.
GlycerinGlycerin · Humectant
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideFatty Acid Ester · Emollient
TriethanolamineBase · pH Adjuster
May react with nitrosating agents in formulations to form nitrosamines which are potential carcinogens.
Tapioca StarchMattifying Agent · Sensory Modifier
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerPolymeric · Thickener
Decyl GlucosideCleansing · 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.
Xanthan GumGum · Thickener
IsododecaneOil Based · Solvent
Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic Acid · Humectant
Cetearyl OlivateNonionic · Emulsifier
Sorbitan OlivateNonionic · Emulsifier
PhenoxyethanolPhenoxyethanol · Preservative
Generally well tolerated but can cause contact dermatitis or skin irritation in rare cases, particularly in sensitive individuals.
EthylhexylglycerinMultifunctional · Preservative
Recognized as a rare but emerging cause of allergic contact dermatitis, particularly in leave-on cosmetic products.
Dicaprylyl CarbonateSynthetic Oil · Emollient
Cetearyl AlcoholWax · 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-20Nonionic · 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.
Glyceryl StearateNonionic · Emulsifier
XylitylglucosideOther · Humectant
AnhydroxylitolPolyol · Humectant
XylitolPolyol · Humectant
NiacinamideVitamin · Antioxidant
Polyester-7Synthetic Polymer · Film Former
Neopentyl Glycol DiheptanoateFatty Acid Ester · Emollient
Sodium PolyacrylatePolymeric · Thickener
Blueberry ExtractBotanical Extract · Skin Conditioning
AllantoinOther · Humectant
EthoxydiglycolGlycol · Solvent
Restricted in the EU to specific maximum concentrations and banned in eye and oral products to prevent potential kidney damage [2.1].
Capsicum Annuum Fruit ExtractBotanical Extract · Skin Conditioning
May cause skin irritation, erythema, or a warming sensation in sensitive individuals due to the potential presence of capsaicinoids.
Zinc PCAAmino Acid · Humectant
Sodium GluconateOther · Chelating Agent
Vitamin E AcetateVitamin · Antioxidant
BHTSynthetic · 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.
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