A-derma Protect Ad SPF 50+

A-derma Protect Ad SPF 50+
1.8
/ 10
Moisturizing
1.6 Humectancy icon Humectancy
1.9 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
50
SPF icon
SPF

Review

Results you may expect from using A-derma Protect Ad SPF 50+:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using A-derma Protect Ad SPF 50+:

  • A bit of moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 1.8 out of 10.
  • Very high sun protection for prolonged sun exposure, such as spending the day at the beach, hiking, or outdoor sports.

How moisturizing is it?

Slightly moisturizing: A-derma Protect Ad SPF 50+ has a moisturizing rating of 1.8 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This product has relatively comparable levels of Humectancy and Occlusivity: a low Humectancy of 1.6 out of 10 and a low Occlusivity of 1.9 out of 10.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Sun protection

A-derma Protect Ad SPF 50+ has an SPF of 50 and provides very high sun protection. This level of protection is ideal for activities involving intense or prolonged sun exposure, such as spending the day at the beach, hiking, or outdoor sports. It is particularly recommended for individuals with fair skin, those at high risk of skin cancer, or in environments with intense sun exposure. Remember to apply sunscreen generously and reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating to maintain effectiveness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
6
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
4
Diisopropyl Adipate
3
Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/Tetracaprate
2.5
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
2
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
1.5
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
1.3
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
1
Butylene Glycol
0.3
Avobenzone
0.3
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
0.3
Decyl Glucoside
0.3
C10-18 Triglycerides
0.3
Glyceryl Stearate
0.3
PEG-100 Stearate
0.3
Acrylates Copolymer
0.3
Avena Sativa (Oat) Bran
0.3
Benzoic Acid
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Glyceryl Behenate
0.3
Glyceryl Dibehenate
0.3
Propylene Glycol
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Tribehenin
0.3
Xanthan Gum
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
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Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
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Diisopropyl Adipate
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Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/Tetracaprate
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Dicaprylyl Carbonate
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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
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Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
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Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
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Butylene Glycol
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Avobenzone
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Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
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Decyl Glucoside
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C10-18 Triglycerides
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Glyceryl Stearate
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PEG-100 Stearate
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Acrylates Copolymer
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Bran
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Benzoic Acid
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Disodium EDTA
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Glyceryl Behenate
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Glyceryl Dibehenate
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Propylene Glycol
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Tocopherol
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Tribehenin
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Ratings

All humectants
1.6
1
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
3.9
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
1.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 1.6 10
1.6
1
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 3.9 20
1.9
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
1.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
1
0.3
0.3
All humectants 1.6 10
1.6
All humectants
1.6
1
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 3.9 20
1.9
All occlusives
3.9
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.6 3 No
All antioxidants
0.6
Tocopherol
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Est. %9
Function
Origin
C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA synthetic emollient ester. It works to improve the appearance of the skin by filling in the microcracks on the surface, thereby making the skin appear softer and smoother. It imparts a lightweight, velvety feel.
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl TetramethylbutylphenolDescription is coming soon
Diisopropyl Adipate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Diisopropyl AdipateA synthetic oil-like ingredient with a light feel and softening effect not just on skin, but for products as a whole.
Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/Tetracaprate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/TetracaprateDescription is coming soon
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Dicaprylyl CarbonateA very fast-spreading emollient that gives a product an incredibly lightweight feel. Dicaprylyl carbonate works well as a solvent for suspending insoluble solids such as mineral sunscreens or iron oxide pigments.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineA synthetic "chemical" sunscreen ingredient that protects against UV damage and offers better stability and safety compared to some other traditional organic suncreen ingredients.
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Diethylhexyl Butamido TriazoneDescription is coming soon
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Aluminum Starch OctenylsuccinateAn absorbent that takes in oils from the skin to reduce the oily sheen. It can also absorb oils from the skincare product itself, resulting in a softer, less greasy product, normally with better spreadability and less tack.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
Avobenzone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AvobenzoneA popular sunscreen that protects against UVA rays, which cause premature aging and skin cancer. Avobenzone degrades after about 30 minutes of sun exposure and becomes ineffective. It is therefore often paired with UV-filter stabilizers such as octocrylene.
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium Cetyl PhosphateA powerful emulsifier that can even mix particularly problematic water and oil blends. It is also a surfactant perfect for cleansing products that effectively rinse off oil and dirt particles from the surface of the skin.
Decyl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Decyl GlucosideA surfactant that can function as both a cleansing agent and emulsifier. As a cleansing agent, it is very mild on the skin. As an emulsifier, decyl glucoside will produce oil-in-water emulsions. It is naturally derived from vegetable oils and starch.
C10-18 Triglycerides
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
C10-18 TriglyceridesAn occlusive ingredient that helps lock in moisture. It provides a soft, smooth feel and melts at body temperature.
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl StearateAn emollient and emulsifier typically derived from vegetable sources through a chemical reaction with glycerin. It provides stability, texture, and consistency to formulations. Its main function is to allow oil and water to mix.
PEG-100 Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG-100 StearateThis surfactant is more specifically classified as an emulsifier that produces oil-in-water emulsions. PEG-100 stearate can also be used as a cleansing agent.
Acrylates Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acrylates CopolymerA highly functional synthetic ingredient that forms a protective layer on the skin and reduces static buildup. It gives an emollient feel to the product, including a silky after-feel.
Avena Sativa (Oat) Bran
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) BranDescription is coming soon
Benzoic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzoic AcidA preservative effective against fungi, yeast, and some bacteria. It is commonly paired with phenoxyethanol to create a broad spectrum preservation system. Benzoic acid can also serve as a pH adjuster, fragrance, and bulking agent.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Glyceryl Behenate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl BehenateA naturally-derived or synthetically produced emollient that can help create oil gels. It provides a soft feeling to the skin, improving product spread and reducing tackiness.
Glyceryl Dibehenate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl DibehenateDescription is coming soon
Propylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Propylene GlycolA clear, thick, odorless liquid of synthetic origin. Its main function is to stabilize cosmetic products exposed to varying temperatures. It is also a moderately strong humectant with similar properties to glycerin.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Tribehenin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TribeheninA soft, pliable wax that serves as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It improves the spreadability of skincare products, including the increased payoff of stick products, and imparts a pleasant, smooth feel upon application.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.