Name: Paula's Choice RESIST Super-Light Daily Wrinkle Defense SPF 30
Brand: Paula's Choice
SKU: 177304
Availability: InStock
Rating: 52 (1 reviews)

Paula's Choice RESIST Super-Light Daily Wrinkle Defense SPF 30

Unilever

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

9

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Mineral sunscreenBonus for mineral-based UV filters

What's inside

Cyclopentasiloxane

Not approved for ingestion, potential bioaccumulation, environmental concerns, possible endocrine disruption

Salix alba (White Willow) Bark Extract

Potential gastrointestinal irritation, allergic sensitization, possible aspirin-like side effects in sensitive individuals

Polysorbate 80

Irritation potential at high concentrations, possible hypersensitivity reactions, potential to enhance intestinal permeability in sensitive individuals

Triethoxycaprylylsilane (Octyltriethoxysilane)

Not approved for food use, limited oral safety data, potential skin and eye irritation, synthetic ultra-processed additive, releases ethanol on hydrolysis

PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone

Not approved for ingestion or GRAS, synthetic ultra-processed polymer, no nutritional value

Lauroyl Lysine

Synthetic additive, limited long-term ingestion data, possible mild gut irritation in sensitive individuals

Trihydroxystearin (Glycerol tri-12-hydroxystearate)

Ultra-processed additive, Limited long-term human intake data, May increase saturated fat content if used at higher levels, Rare sensitivity to castor-oil–derived substances

Hydrolyzed Corn Starch

High glycemic index, potential for blood sugar spikes if consumed in large amounts, may contribute to calorie-dense ultra-processed foods

Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate

Potential skin irritation, limited data on systemic toxicity, unknown effects if ingested

Water

Hydration, solvent for ingredients, essential for biological functions

Sodium Chloride

Essential electrolyte, supports nerve transmission, aids fluid balance, enhances flavor

Bisabolol

Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, skin-soothing effects

PEG-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Improves skin texture, acts as an emollient and thickening agent

Adenosine

Plays a role in cellular energy transfer, promotes sleep and relaxation, therapeutic use in heart rhythm disorders

Hydrated Silica

Effective mild abrasive for stain removal, anti-caking agent, chemically stable and non-toxic at typical use concentrations

Caprylyl Glycol

Skin conditioning, antimicrobial preservative booster

Hexylene Glycol

Effective solvent, enhances penetration and cleaning efficiency, good compatibility with other ingredients

CI 77491

Provides stable, non-fading red color in cosmetics and skincare products

CI 77492

Provides stable, inert colorant with low toxicity at typical use levels

CI 77499

Provides stable, inert pigmentation, widely used for coloring without direct health effects

Zinc oxide

Effective broad-spectrum UV protection, antimicrobial properties, safe for topical use at approved concentrations

PEG-12 Dimethicone

Enhances spreadability and water resistance, improves skin and hair conditioning, acts as an emulsifying agent

Quercetin

Antioxidant activity, potential anti-inflammatory effects

Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant properties, supports skin barrier function

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Antioxidant properties, promotes collagen synthesis, skin brightening effects

Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract

Antioxidant activity, protective effects against oxidative stress, potential skin photoprotection

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Emollient, improves skin feel and texture, enhances spreadability of formulations

Ethylhexylglycerin

Enhances preservative efficacy, deodorizing properties

Phenoxyethanol

Effective broad-spectrum preservative, low volatility, good stability

Resveratrol

Antioxidant properties, cardiovascular health, anti-inflammatory effects, potential anti-aging properties

Epigallocatechin Gallate

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, supports cardiovascular health, may aid weight management, neuroprotective effects

Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract

Rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties, potential cardiovascular benefits, may improve memory

Product Details

Form Type

cream

Ingredient Transparency

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