Bioderma Photoderm Stick SPF 50+

Bioderma Photoderm Stick SPF 50+
4.6
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
9.1 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
50
SPF icon
SPF

Review

Results you may expect from using Bioderma Photoderm Stick SPF 50+:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Bioderma Photoderm Stick SPF 50+:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 4.6 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?

Quite moisturizing: Bioderma Photoderm Stick SPF 50+ has a moisturizing rating of 4.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Purely occlusive. It has zero Humectancy (we didn't find any humectant ingredients on the ingredient list) and a very high Occlusivity of 9.1 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax (est. ≈11.0%) and Beeswax (est. ≈6.0%).

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

Sun protection

Bioderma Photoderm Stick 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
50
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
22
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
11
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax
6
Beeswax
4
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
3
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
2
Octisalate
1.5
Ethylhexyl Triazone
1
Hydrogenated Polydecene
0.3
Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax
0.3
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
0.3
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
0.3
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
0.3
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
0.3
Tocopherol
Est. %
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
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Dicaprylyl Carbonate
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax
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Beeswax
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Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
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Octisalate
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Ethylhexyl Triazone
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Hydrogenated Polydecene
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Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax
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Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
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Polyhydroxystearic Acid
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Tocopherol
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
18.2
11.0
6.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
4.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 18.2 20
9.1
11.0
6.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
4.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
None
All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
11
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 18.2 20
9.1
All occlusives
18.2
11.0
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
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
All antioxidants 0.3 3 No
All antioxidants
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Est. %50
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.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Est. %22
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.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran WaxA solid, strongly emollient, and occlusive moisturizing wax obtained from rice bran oil. It is also used as a formula helper.
Beeswax
Est. %6
Function
Origin
BeeswaxA waxy substance made by bees while they are building their honeycombs. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient with wound healing and antimicrobial properties similar to those of honey. Its bleached, purified form is called Cera alba.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateDescription is coming soon
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Est. %3
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.
Octisalate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
OctisalateA UVB sunscreen also known as ethylhexyl salicylate. It is normally paired with UVA sunscreens to provide broad-spectrum protection. Octisalate also protects other ingredients, like colorants and antioxidants, from deterioration due to exposure to UV light.
Ethylhexyl Triazone
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Ethylhexyl TriazoneDescription is coming soon
Hydrogenated Polydecene
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated PolydeceneA clear, colorless, highly viscous liquid that commonly serves as an emollient. This rich emollient is on the heavier side but provides a smooth sensorial profile upon application.
Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Microcrystalline WaxDescription is coming soon
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) WaxObtained from the leaves of Carnauba wax palm, this occlusive, emollient, and film-forming wax is commonly used in lip products. It is comprised mainly of various wax esters and is one of the hardest and most resistant plant waxes.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed OilA fatty oil extracted from the seeds of the castor bean plant with very unique fatty acid composition. It is used in skincare as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient that leaves the skin feeling soft and silky after application.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyhydroxystearic AcidA soft and malleable amber wax naturally derived from vegetable sources. It allows minerals to be very finely dispersed, which can improve SPF, decrease the white cast in sunscreens, and increase the color expression in pigmented products.
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.