Name: Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen SPF50+
Brand: Biore
SKU: 247814
Availability: InStock
Rating: 35 (1 reviews)

Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen SPF50+

Kao Corporation

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

10

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-6)

What's inside

Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

Not intended for food use, potential for skin irritation in rare cases, unknown long-term toxicity when ingested

BHT

Potential for irritation, possible endocrine disruption seen in animal studies, concerns over long-term toxicity though human evidence is limited

Xylitol

Gastrointestinal upset including bloating, diarrhea, and gas at high doses, toxic to dogs

Fragrance

Skin sensitization, contact allergy, respiratory irritation, potential asthmagen, restricted use based on IFRA standards

Methylparaben

Potential endocrine disruption, possible estrogenic effects, allergenic reactions in sensitive individuals, bioaccumulation concern

Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer

Potential skin irritation in sensitive individuals, possible allergic reactions, no ingestion safety data

Dextrin Palmitate

Possible allergen, gastrointestinal discomfort, highly processed

Sorbitan Distearate

Allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, may cause gastrointestinal discomfort if consumed in large amounts

PPG-2 Isoceteth-20 Acetate

Skin irritation in sensitive individuals, potential allergen, incomplete safety data for inhalation or ingestion

Disodium EDTA

Mild skin irritation possible in sensitive individuals, low potential for eye irritation

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Not approved for food use, possible skin irritation, potential for systemic absorption, lacks nutritional value

Potassium hydroxide

Effective pH regulator enhancing product stability and safety

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Moisturizing, enhances product spreadability, provides silky texture

Stearoyl Glutamic Acid

Effective emulsifier, stabilizes formulations

Alcohol

Effective solvent, antimicrobial preservative, enhances penetration of other ingredients in formulations

Isopropyl Palmitate

Emollient, improves skin texture and spreadability of formulations

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Provides emollient properties, improves spreadability and texture in formulations

Glyceryl Stearate

Emollient and emulsifier improving skin texture and product stability

Glyceryl Behenate

Emollient properties, improves texture and stability of topical products

Cetyl Alcohol

Emollient, conditions skin, improves texture and stability of formulations

Agar

Dietary fiber source, used as a vegetarian gelatin substitute, aids in food texture and stability

Royal Jelly Extract

Antioxidant activity, mild anti-inflammatory effects, possible support for immune modulation

Water

Hydration, solvent for biochemical reactions

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UVB radiation absorption, protects skin from UV damage

Ethylhexyl Triazone

Effective UVB absorber, photostable, enhances sunscreen efficacy

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

Effective broad-spectrum UVA protection, photostable compared to other UV filters

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

Effective broad-spectrum UV protection, photostability

Butylene Glycol

Improves texture and absorption of products, acts as a humectant to retain moisture

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Effective thickener and stabilizer, enhances texture and stability of formulations

Glycerin

Humectant properties, helps retain moisture, improves texture and stability of products

Propanediol

Effective solvent, biodegradable, enhances formulation stability and texture

Polyvinyl Alcohol

Film-forming agent, stabilizer, biodegradable

Arginine

Supports nitric oxide production, may improve blood flow and cardiovascular function, involved in wound healing

Tocopherol

Antioxidant, protects oils from rancidity, skin conditioning agent

Sodium Hyaluronate

Hydration, skin barrier support, joint lubrication

Phenoxyethanol

Effective preservative, broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, low volatility, generally well-tolerated at typical use levels

Dimethicone

Skin conditioning, forms protective barrier, reduces irritation from other ingredients, non-toxic, non-comedogenic

Sodium Hydroxide

Effective pH adjuster, strong grease and grime remover, aids in saponification

Product Details

Form Type

gel

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