Andalou Naturals Age Defying Ultra Sheer Daily Defense Facial Lotion SPF 18

Andalou Naturals Age Defying Ultra Sheer Daily Defense Facial Lotion SPF 18
6.8
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
3.6 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers
18
SPF icon
SPF

Review

Results you may expect from using Andalou Naturals Age Defying Ultra Sheer Daily Defense Facial Lotion SPF 18:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Andalou Naturals Age Defying Ultra Sheer Daily Defense Facial Lotion SPF 18:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 6.8 out of 10.
  • Soothing: Andalou Naturals Age Defying Ultra Sheer Daily Defense Facial Lotion SPF 18 contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.
  • Adequate sun protection for most daily activities or short periods spent outdoors.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: Andalou Naturals Age Defying Ultra Sheer Daily Defense Facial Lotion SPF 18 has a moisturizing rating of 6.8 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈60.0%) and Glycerin (est. ≈9.0%), and a moderate occlusivity of 3.6 out of 10, mainly due to the high content of Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈6.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Andalou Naturals Age Defying Ultra Sheer Daily Defense Facial Lotion SPF 18 has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains some ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles, specifically Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ubiquinone, and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Andalou Naturals Age Defying Ultra Sheer Daily Defense Facial Lotion SPF 18 is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈60.0%) and Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract (est. ≈2.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Andalou Naturals Age Defying Ultra Sheer Daily Defense Facial Lotion SPF 18 is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈60.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

Sun protection

Andalou Naturals Age Defying Ultra Sheer Daily Defense Facial Lotion SPF 18 has an SPF of 18 and provides moderate sun protection. This level of protection is generally adequate for most daily activities, such as running errands or spending short periods outdoors. However, if you spend a substantial amount of time outdoors, it is better to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF 30 or higher.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
60
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
9
Glycerin
6
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
4
Glyceryl Stearate
3
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
2.5
Cetearyl Alcohol
2
Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
1.5
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract
1.3
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
1
Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract
0.3
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
0.3
Glyceryl Laurate
0.3
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
0.3
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
0.3
Resveratrol
0.3
Ubiquinone
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Laminaria Digitata Extract
0.3
Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
0.3
Allantoin
0.3
Epilobium Angustifolium Extract
0.3
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract
0.3
Calendula Officinalis Extract
0.3
Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
0.3
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
0.3
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Aspalathus Linearis Extract
0.3
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
0.3
Phenethyl Alcohol
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Benzyl Alcohol
0.3
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil
0.3
Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
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Glycerin
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Ethylhexyl Palmitate
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract
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Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
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Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract
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Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
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Glyceryl Laurate
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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
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Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
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Resveratrol
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Allantoin
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Calendula Officinalis Extract
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Hyaluronic Acid
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Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
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Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
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Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
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Aspalathus Linearis Extract
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Ratings

All humectants
71.1
60
9
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
7.2
6.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
6.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 71.1 10
10.0
60
9
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 7.2 20
3.6
6.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
6.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
60
9
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 71.1 10
10
All humectants
71.1
60
9
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 7.2 20
3.6
All occlusives
7.2
6.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 2 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
2
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Ubiquinone
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
60
2
1.5
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 68.4 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
68.4
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
60
Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
2
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract
1.5
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
1.3
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
0.3
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
0.3
Resveratrol
0.3
Ubiquinone
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Laminaria Digitata Extract
0.3
Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
0.3
Calendula Officinalis Extract
0.3
Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
60
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 10 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
10
60
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %60
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceA gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Glycerin
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %4
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.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Ethylhexyl PalmitateA rich emollient without the oily after-feel, making it a popular replacement for mineral oil. It is derived from natural sources such as palm oil and palm kernel oil. Ethylhexyl palmitate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Cetearyl AlcoholA blend of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, the fatty alcohols that are derived from palm oil. It helps to create emulsions that give off a soft and silky emollient feel and also increase product thickness.
Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture ExtractAn extract that comes from a certain apple cultivar. It is claimed to have superior properties over any other apple extracts and the patent holder claims that it has anti-wrinkle activity.
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed ExtractA potent antioxidant and emollient extract derived from grape seeds. It contains antioxidant flavonoids, tannins, proanthocyanidins, phytosterols, carotenoids, and vitamin E. It is often used in skincare products aimed at soothing and healing irritated skin.
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit ExtractAn antioxidant extract obtained from the fruits of the acai palm. It has a high content of anthocyanins, responsible for the dark purple color, as well as other antioxidant phenolic compounds.
Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit ExtractDescription is coming soon
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lycium Barbarum Fruit ExtractAn extract obtained from Goji berries with moisturizing and antioxidant polysaccharides and glycoproteins. It is also rich in other antioxidants such as vitamins B and C, carotenoids, flavonoids, and phytosterols.
Glyceryl Laurate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl LaurateA naturally-derived ester that can soften the appearance of skin and blend oils with water.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateA licorice root derivative with powerful anti-inflammatory and soothing activities. It is often used as a flavoring agent in lip products.
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Magnesium Ascorbyl PhosphateOne of the best-researched derivatives of vitamin C. It is more resistant to light and air and retains all the properties of ascorbic acid – antioxidant, collagen-boosting, and anti-pigmentation, but with less irritation.
Resveratrol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ResveratrolA famous plant-based polyphenol found mainly in red grapes. It is a potent antioxidant, soothing, and wound healing ingredient.
Ubiquinone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
UbiquinoneAlso known as Coenzyme Q10, this bright orange antioxidant supports the skin's energy metabolism. It also offers some anti-pigment action. Dietary supplementation of Ubiquinone improves the appearance of wrinkles.
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.

Laminaria Digitata Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Laminaria Digitata ExtractAn antioxidant extract obtained from an edible brown seaweed called oarweed. It contains many humectant and gelling polysaccharides, as well as beneficial minerals.
Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root ExtractAn extract derived from the thick roots of curcuma (turmeric), a famous yellow spice and a major ingredient in curry powder. It is used in skincare for its proven antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Allantoin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AllantoinA fluffy, white powder that acts as a humectant due to its water-loving chemistry and as an exfoliant that helps to remove dead skin cells. It has also been shown to be very soothing to irritated and inflamed skin.
Epilobium Angustifolium Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Epilobium Angustifolium ExtractDescription is coming soon
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) ExtractAn extract obtained from the whole German chamomile plant that contains nice-smelling chamazulene and bisabolol, as well as large amounts of soothing mucilage.
Calendula Officinalis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Calendula Officinalis ExtractA soothing extract derived from the marigold plant. It is rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant carotenoids, flavonoids, and triterpenes.
Hyaluronic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hyaluronic Acid

A potent, skin-identical humectant moisturizing ingredient that is able to bind water 1000 times its own weight. The anti-aging benefits of hyaluronic acid are due to its ability to stimulate the synthesis of collagen in the skin.

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) OilA famous occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil. It is derived from coconuts and may give a product a lovely coconut scent. Coconut oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Borago Officinalis Seed OilA fatty emollient and occlusive oil expressed from the seeds of borage flowers. It has a uniquely high content of a rare gamma-linolenic acid and also contains squalene, phytosterols, and vitamin E.
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Canina Fruit OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil extracted from the little hard seeds inside of the red, fleshy rosehip. It contains mainly emollient fatty acids and a very high amount of antioxidant carotenoids, which give the oil its light orange color.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractAn antioxidant green tea extract. In the deeper layers, it slows down the destruction of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid – thus delaying the signs of aging. It also acts as an anti-acne, soothing, moisturizing, and emollient ingredient.
Aspalathus Linearis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aspalathus Linearis ExtractDescription is coming soon
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower ExtractDerived from bright red hibiscus flowers, this extract contains anthocyanins (red plant pigments), antioxidant flavonoids, and high amounts of organic acids.
Phenethyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Phenethyl AlcoholA multifunctional ingredient that primarily serves as a preservative. Derived from the Chinese cinnamon tree, it provides broad-spectrum protection for skincare products through its antimicrobial efficacy.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Benzyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzyl AlcoholA multifunctional ingredient that is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid. Its main function is as a flavoring agent and fragrance. It also acts as a broad-spectrum preservative, solvent, and viscosity-controlling agent that thins the product.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) OilA fragrant essential oil expressed or distilled from the rinds of sweet oranges. Its main constituent is limonene, which is responsible for its fresh, citrusy smell. It may induce sun allergies in people sensitive to citrus fruits.
Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel OilA fragrant oil extracted from tangerine peels that, like other citrus peels, contains a citrusy-scented phytochemical known as limonene.