Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Sun Protection Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 30

Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Sun Protection Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 30
0.4
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.8 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
30
SPF icon
SPF
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Review

Results you may expect from using Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Sun Protection Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 30:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Sun Protection Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 30:

  • A bit of moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 0.4 out of 10.
  • High sun protection for extended outdoor activities and exposure.

How moisturizing is it?

Slightly moisturizing: Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Sun Protection Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 30 has a moisturizing rating of 0.4 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This product is purely occlusive, but with a low Occlusivity of 0.8 out of 10. It has zero Humectancy as we didn't find any humectant ingredients on the ingredient list.

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

Sun protection

Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Sun Protection Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum 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
40
22
11
8
6
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3
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
1.5
1.5
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
0.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 1.5 20
0.8
1.5
Moisturizing rating
0.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
None
All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
1.5
All occlusives 1.5 20
0.8
All occlusives
1.5
1.5
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
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Alcohol Denat.
Est. %40
Function
Origin

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.

Isobutane
Est. %22
Function
Origin
A compressed gas used in aerosol cans to help expel and foam skin care products.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
A 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.
Octocrylene
Est. %8
Function
Origin
A synthetic compound that protects skin against harmful ultraviolet light.
Homosalate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
A synthetic chemical UV filter that protects against harmful UVB radiation.
Octisalate
Est. %5
Function
Origin
A 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.
Avobenzone
Est. %3
Function
Origin
A 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.
Polyester-7
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An emollient ester with an exceptionally lightweight feel. It absorbs quickly and produces a silky feel with excellent spreadability. It also serves as an excellent solvent and is commonly used to suspend sunscreen actives.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Under trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.