Nuxe Melting Cream For Face SPF 50

Nuxe Melting Cream For Face SPF 50
1.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
1.9 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.6 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
50
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SPF

Review

Results you may expect from using Nuxe Melting Cream For Face SPF 50:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Nuxe Melting Cream For Face SPF 50:

  • A bit of moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 1.2 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?

Slightly moisturizing: Nuxe Melting Cream For Face SPF 50 has a moisturizing rating of 1.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This product has relatively comparable levels of Humectancy and Occlusivity: a low Humectancy of 1.9 out of 10 and a low Occlusivity of 0.6 out of 10.

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

Sun protection

Nuxe Melting Cream For Face 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
60
Water
9
Dibutyl Adipate
6
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
4
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
3
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
2.5
Ethylhexyl Triazone
2
Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
1.5
Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
1.3
Glycerin
1
Diisopropyl Sebacate
0.3
Fragrance
0.3
Cetearyl Alcohol
0.3
Coco-Glucoside
0.3
Glycol Palmitate
0.3
Dimethicone
0.3
C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
0.3
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
0.3
Benzyl Alcohol
0.3
C20-22 Alcohols
0.3
Capryloyl Glycine
0.3
Arginine
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Hull Powder
0.3
Talc
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Dehydroacetic Acid
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Sodium Gluconate
0.3
Dimethiconol
0.3
Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
0.3
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
0.3
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
0.3
Lauroyl Lysine
0.3
Eichhornia Crassipes Extract
0.3
Inositol
0.3
Ethyl Ferulate
0.3
Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Fagraea Berteroana Flower Extract
0.3
Limonene
0.3
Linalool
0.3
Citronellol
0.3
Geraniol
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Water
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Dibutyl Adipate
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Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
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C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
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Ethylhexyl Triazone
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Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
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Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
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Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
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Capryloyl Glycine
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Tocopherol
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Hull Powder
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Citric Acid
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Dehydroacetic Acid
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Sodium Gluconate
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Dimethiconol
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Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Lauroyl Lysine
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Eichhornia Crassipes Extract
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Inositol
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Ethyl Ferulate
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Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Fagraea Berteroana Flower Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
1.9
1.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
1.2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
1.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 1.9 10
1.9
1.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 1.2 20
0.6
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
1.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
1.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 1.9 10
1.9
All humectants
1.9
1.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 1.2 20
0.6
All occlusives
1.2
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
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 1.5 3 No
All antioxidants
1.5
Tocopherol
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Ethyl Ferulate
0.3
Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
All soothing 0.3 5 No
All soothing
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.
Dibutyl Adipate
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Dibutyl AdipateDescription is coming soon
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateDescription is coming soon
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Est. %4
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.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Est. %3
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.
Ethylhexyl Triazone
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Ethylhexyl TriazoneDescription is coming soon
Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate CopolymerDescription is coming soon
Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Isopropyl Lauroyl SarcosinateDescription is coming soon
Glycerin
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Diisopropyl Sebacate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Diisopropyl SebacateDescription is coming soon
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder 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.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetearyl AlcoholA blend of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, the fatty alcohols that are derived from palm oil. It helps to create emulsions that give off a soft and silky emollient feel and also increase product thickness.
Coco-Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coco-GlucosideA mild cleansing and foaming agent. It can be used on its own as a gentle cleanser in a skin cleansing product or can be combined with more powerful cleansing agents, called anionic surfactants, to make them milder on the skin.
Glycol Palmitate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycol PalmitateDescription is coming soon
Dimethicone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
C20-22 Alkyl PhosphateDescription is coming soon
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6A polymeric ingredient that works best in water-based formulas to create gel textures. It helps to stabilize emulsions and control viscosity.
Benzyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzyl AlcoholA multifunctional ingredient that is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid. Its main function is as a flavoring agent and fragrance. It also acts as a broad-spectrum preservative, solvent, and viscosity-controlling agent that thins the product.
C20-22 Alcohols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
C20-22 AlcoholsDescription is coming soon
Capryloyl Glycine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Capryloyl GlycineA naturally-derived or synthetically produced multi-functional ingredient. As an anti-microbial it can act as part of a product's preservative system or reduce microbes on the skin that cause certain kinds of acne or dandruff.
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.
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.

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Hull Powder
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Hull PowderDescription is coming soon
Talc
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TalcA mineral powder used as a base material for powders, make-up, and pastes that absorbs sweat and oils very well. It is also often used in baby powders. Talc should never be applied to skin with a damaged lipid barrier (e.g. wounds and burns).
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.
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.

Dehydroacetic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dehydroacetic AcidA globally approved preservative ingredient. It is a powerful fungicide and a moderate bactericide, which makes it a broad-spectrum preservative. Because it is mildly effective against bacteria, it is often paired with stronger bactericides.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Sodium Gluconate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium GluconateA chelating ingredient that ensures that the harmful metal ions in a formula are unreactive. It also protects other ingredients from degrading.
Dimethiconol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
DimethiconolA synthetic dimethicone with rich, non-tacky emolliency. It features the typical sensorial profile of silicones, with high spreadability and a luxurious, oil-free after-feel. Dimethiconol can also serve as an antifoaming agent.
Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium Lauryl SulfosuccinateDescription is coming soon
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Lauroyl Lysine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lauroyl LysineA synthetic insoluble powder that improves the texture of a product, leaving the skin silky smooth and absorbing oils and sweat.
Eichhornia Crassipes Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Eichhornia Crassipes ExtractDescription is coming soon
Inositol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
InositolA humectant moisturizing, sugar-like compound that is present in all the cells of the body, but especially the brain. It is manufactured from sugar beets or carob tree pods for skincare purposes.
Ethyl Ferulate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ethyl FerulateDescription is coming soon
Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit ExtractA bright red extract obtained from tomato fruit. Its main bioactive compound is lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. It also contains other antioxidants like various phenolic acids and flavonoids.
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf ExtractA soothing and astringent extract derived from the fragrant, spicy leaves of rosemary. It has strong antioxidant properties. Rosemary extract can reduce signs of inflammation and also acts as an emollient and antimicrobial agent.
Fagraea Berteroana Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Fagraea Berteroana Flower ExtractDescription is coming soon
Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LimoneneOne of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Citronellol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CitronellolA fragrant compound found naturally in many essential oils (mainly lemongrass). It can have a lemon or a rose scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citronellol, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Geraniol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GeraniolA fragrant, volatile, plant-based, liquid chemical that can be naturally found in many essential oils (specifically rose, palmarosa, citronella). It has a rose-like scent. It is a potential irritant and may cause an allergic reaction in some people.