3.1
/ 10
Overview
How moisturizing is it? Quite moisturizing. Derma E Blue Light Shield Spray has a moisturizing rating of 3.1 out of 10.
Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a moderate Humectancy of 5.9 out of 10 and a low Occlusivity of 0.3 out of 10.
- SULFATE-FREE
- NON-COMEDOGENIC
- PHTHALATE-FREE
- SILICONE-FREE
- PARABEN-FREE
Score | Ingredient | Origin | Functions |
|---|---|---|---|
75 | Water | Naturally occurring | Formula Helper |
6 | Alcohol Denat. | Botanical, Synthetic | Antimicrobial,Astringent,Fragrance,Formula Helper |
4 | Glycerin | Botanical, Synthetic, Animal | Moisturizing (humectant),Soothing,Emollient,Fragrance,Formula Helper |
3 | Mandelic Acid | Synthetic | Exfoliant,Anti-pigmentation,Antimicrobial |
2 | Glycolic Acid | Synthetic | Anti-wrinkle,Anti-acne,Exfoliant,Soothing,Formula Helper |
1.5 | Salicylic Acid | Synthetic | Anti-acne,Exfoliant,Soothing,Anti-seborrheic,Fragrance,Preservative,Formula Helper |
1.3 | Lactic Acid | Botanical, Synthetic, Animal | Moisturizing (humectant),Exfoliant,Anti-pigmentation,Fragrance,Formula Helper |
1 | Pyruvic Acid | Anti-pigmentation,Fragrance | |
0.3 | Charcoal Powder | Naturally occurring | Abrasive,Colorant,Formula Helper |
0.3 | Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Powder | Botanical | Abrasive |
0.3 | Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract | Botanical | Antioxidant,Anti-acne,Sebum regulating,Soothing,Astringent |
0.3 | Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil | Botanical | Moisturizing (occlusive),Antioxidant,Emollient,Fragrance |
Ingredients explained
The 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.
Score
6
Function
Antimicrobial, Astringent, Fragrance, Antifoaming, Solvent, Viscosity controlling
Origin
Botanical, Synthetic
Denatured alcohol is ethanol that contains additives that make it unsafe to consume. It is mainly used as a solvent and an antimicrobial agent. A major drawback to alcohol denat. is that it dries out the skin.
Score
4
Function
Moisturizing (humectant), Soothing, Emollient, Fragrance, Denaturant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling
Origin
Botanical, Synthetic, Animal
The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective. Glycerin also has soothing and anti-irritant properties and is considered to be very safe for use.
Derived from almonds, this ingredient is one of the gentlest AHAs and is used for its exfoliating and antimicrobial properties. It is particularly beneficial for acne but also helps to treat post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
The second most used AHA (after lactic acid) with potent exfoliating and smoothing effects. It increases skin cell turnover, which is beneficial for acne and rosacea and decreases inflammation. When used in peels, GA may have an anti-wrinkle activity.