Louis Widmer Sun Gel

Louis Widmer Sun Gel
2.7
/ 10
Moisturizing
4.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
1.4 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Louis Widmer Sun Gel:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Louis Widmer Sun Gel:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 2.7 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: Louis Widmer Sun Gel has a moisturizing rating of 2.7 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 1.4 out of 10 and a moderate humectancy of 4.0 out of 10, primarily due to Propanediol (est. ≈1.3%), Glycerin (est. ≈0.3%) and Arginine (est. ≈0.3%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Louis Widmer Sun Gel has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Beta-Glucan, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Beta-Glucan provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, this ingredient does 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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
70
Water
7.5
Dibutyl Adipate
5
Phenoxyethyl Caprylate
3
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
2.5
Caprylyl Methicone
2
Octisalate
1.5
Polysilicone-15
1.3
Propanediol
1
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
0.3
Ethylhexyl Triazone
0.3
Glycerin
0.3
Silica
0.3
Trimethylpentanediol/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer
0.3
Arginine
0.3
Ensulizole
0.3
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Panthenol
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Xanthan Gum
0.3
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Glucose
0.3
Mannose
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Pantolactone
0.3
Beta-Glucan
Est. %
Water
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Phenoxyethyl Caprylate
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Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
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Propanediol
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Ratings

All humectants
4.0
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
2.8
2.5
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
2.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 4.0 10
4.0
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 2.8 20
1.4
2.5
0.3
Moisturizing rating
2.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 4.0 10
4
All humectants
4.0
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
2.5
0.3
All occlusives 2.8 20
1.4
All occlusives
2.8
2.5
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Beta-Glucan
-
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
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 1.2 3 No
All antioxidants
1.2
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Beta-Glucan
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.6 5 No
All soothing
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
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.
Dibutyl Adipate
Est. %7.5
Function
Origin
Dibutyl AdipateDescription is coming soon
Phenoxyethyl Caprylate
Est. %5
Function
Origin
Phenoxyethyl CaprylateDescription is coming soon
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateDescription is coming soon
Caprylyl Methicone
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Caprylyl MethiconeA liquid silicone with occlusive moisturizing properties. Being compatible with natural oils is a challenge for most silicones, but caprylyl methicone plays well with all types of oils.
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.
Polysilicone-15
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Polysilicone-15Description is coming soon
Propanediol
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Est. %1
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.
Ethylhexyl Triazone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ethylhexyl TriazoneDescription is coming soon
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Silica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SilicaA widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.
Trimethylpentanediol/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Trimethylpentanediol/Adipic Acid/Glycerin CrosspolymerDescription is coming soon
Arginine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ArginineA humectant amino acid used to attract water to the skin’s surface. It is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of various compounds that keeps the skin’s surface well hydrated. Arginine can also be used as a pH adjuster.
Ensulizole
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EnsulizoleDescription is coming soon
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Diethylhexyl Butamido TriazoneDescription is coming soon
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.

Panthenol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PanthenolA popular soothing and moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5. Panthenol is particularly beneficial for dry, flaking, burned, or damaged skin. It is used to alleviate the symptoms of a rash, dermatitis, eczema, chapped lips, and sunburn.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
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.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic ingredient that is used to thicken water and alcohol. It results in a more lightweight formula and is commonly found in gel products.
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.
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.
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.

Glucose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GlucoseA simple sugar that is also one of two components of sucrose, or table sugar. It is used as a humectant in skincare products. Glucose is also used to flavor lip care cosmetics because of its mildly sweet taste.
Mannose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MannoseDescription is coming soon
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Pantolactone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PantolactoneA vitamin B5 derivative. Similar to panthenol, it has several benefits as an antioxidant and humectant. However, it is less reactive and therefore products can stay stable longer.
Beta-Glucan
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Beta-GlucanA special polysaccharide obtained from cereals, mushrooms, yeast, bacteria, and some species of seaweed. It is a promising anti-wrinkle, wound healing, antioxidant, and moisturizing ingredient.