Mary Kay Botanical Effects Moisturizing Lotion with SPF 30

Mary Kay Botanical Effects Moisturizing Lotion with SPF 30
2.8
/ 10
Moisturizing
5.7 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
30
SPF icon
SPF

Review

Results you may expect from using Mary Kay Botanical Effects Moisturizing Lotion with SPF 30:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Mary Kay Botanical Effects Moisturizing Lotion with SPF 30:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 2.8 out of 10.
  • High sun protection for extended outdoor activities and exposure.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: Mary Kay Botanical Effects Moisturizing Lotion with SPF 30 has a moisturizing rating of 2.8 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Purely humectant. It has zero occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusive ingredients on the ingredient list) and a moderate humectancy of 5.7 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Biosaccharide Gum-1 (est. ≈3.0%).

Tip: Studies suggest that humectants alone do not moisturize the skin. We recommend applying a product with some occlusive ingredients after the use of this one.

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

Sun protection

Mary Kay Botanical Effects Moisturizing Lotion with SPF 30 has an SPF of 30 and provides high sun protection. This level of protection is ideal for activities such as spending time at the beach, outdoor sports, or other activities involving prolonged sun exposure. It's important to apply sunscreen generously and reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating to maintain effectiveness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
60
Water
9
Homosalate
6
Alcohol Denat.
4
Cyclopentasiloxane
3
Biosaccharide Gum-1
2.5
Oxybenzone
2
Octisalate
1.5
Butylene Glycol
1.3
Avobenzone
1
Octocrylene
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract
0.3
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
0.3
Glycerin
0.3
Cyclohexasiloxane
0.3
Acrylates Copolymer
0.3
Carbomer
0.3
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
0.3
Methyldihydrojasmonate
0.3
Isobutyl Methyl Tetrahydropyranol
0.3
Silica
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Ethylene Brassylate
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
0.3
Ethyl Linalool
0.3
Triethanolamine
0.3
Cyclamen Aldehyde
0.3
Gamma-Undecalactone
0.3
Methylenedioxyphenyl Methylpropanal
0.3
Citronellyl Acetate
0.3
Methyl Dimethylmethylenecyclohexane Carboxylate
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
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Water
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Cyclopentasiloxane
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Biosaccharide Gum-1
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Octisalate
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Butylene Glycol
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Avobenzone
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Octocrylene
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
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Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract
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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
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Glycerin
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Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
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Methyldihydrojasmonate
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Isobutyl Methyl Tetrahydropyranol
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Silica
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Disodium EDTA
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Ethylene Brassylate
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Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
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Ethyl Linalool
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Triethanolamine
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Gamma-Undecalactone
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Methylenedioxyphenyl Methylpropanal
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Citronellyl Acetate
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Ratings

All humectants
5.7
3
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
2.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 5.7 10
5.7
3
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
None
Moisturizing rating
2.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
3
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 5.7 10
5.7
All humectants
5.7
3
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
None
All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
All occlusives
0.0
None
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
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 3.6 5 No
All soothing
3.6
3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %60
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.
Homosalate
Est. %9
Function
Origin
HomosalateA synthetic chemical UV filter that protects against harmful UVB radiation.
Alcohol Denat.
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Alcohol Denat.

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.

Cyclopentasiloxane
Est. %4
Function
Origin
CyclopentasiloxaneA lightweight, fast-spreading emollient that leaves a very soft and silky after-feel on the skin. Supplied as a clear and colorless liquid, cyclopentasiloxane is often used as a solvent to dissolve other silicones in.
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Biosaccharide Gum-1A polysaccharide with humectant moisturizing and soothing properties.
Oxybenzone
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
OxybenzoneA chemical sunscreen that protects against burning caused by UVB radiation.
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.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %1.5
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. %1.3
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.
Octocrylene
Est. %1
Function
Origin
OctocryleneA synthetic compound that protects skin against harmful ultraviolet light.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractDerived from Aloe vera leaves, this moisturizing humectant, soothing, and antioxidant extract is commonly used in products targeting eczema, sunburn, or dermatitis. It soothes the skin and reduces the signs of inflammation and sensitivity.
Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hylocereus Undatus Fruit ExtractDescription is coming soon
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.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Cyclohexasiloxane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CyclohexasiloxaneA clear silicone fluid with very low viscosity that is commonly used as a solvent and emollient. It has excellent spreadability, rubs in quickly, and leaves a silky smooth after-feel on the skin.
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.
Carbomer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CarbomerA synthetic ingredient with the ability to gel water. When used in emulsions, such as lotions and creams, carbomer can also act as an emulsion stabilizer.
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2Description is coming soon
Methyldihydrojasmonate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MethyldihydrojasmonateDescription is coming soon
Isobutyl Methyl Tetrahydropyranol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Isobutyl Methyl TetrahydropyranolDescription is coming soon
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.
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.
Ethylene Brassylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ethylene BrassylateA synthetic fragrance ingredient known for its musky scent. Like most fragrance ingredients, it can be irritating.
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.
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydroxypropyl CyclodextrinA white crystalline powder that can reduce odors coming from other ingredients in a product.
Ethyl Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ethyl LinaloolDescription is coming soon
Triethanolamine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TriethanolamineA clear, colorless, and highly viscous liquid, this ingredient is an excellent pH adjuster. When it is necessary to neutralize an acidic solution or to generally increase the pH of a product, triethanolamine is a common choice.
Cyclamen Aldehyde
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cyclamen AldehydeDescription is coming soon
Gamma-Undecalactone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Gamma-UndecalactoneDescription is coming soon
Methylenedioxyphenyl Methylpropanal
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Methylenedioxyphenyl MethylpropanalDescription is coming soon
Citronellyl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citronellyl AcetateDescription is coming soon
Methyl Dimethylmethylenecyclohexane Carboxylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Methyl Dimethylmethylenecyclohexane CarboxylateDescription is coming soon
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iodopropynyl ButylcarbamateA highly effective preservative against fungi, specifically mold and yeast. It is cost-effective, functions at very low levels, and also provides some protection against bacteria.
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.