Overview
How moisturizing is it? Slightly moisturizing. NYDG Skincare Chem-Free Active Defense SPF 30 has a moisturizing rating of 2.2 out of 10.
Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a low Humectancy of 0.9 out of 10 and a moderate Occlusivity of 3.6 out of 10.
What else is good about it? This product has an SPF 30, which is the right SPF to use when spending quite some time outdoors and in the sun. Look out for a “broad spectrum” indication to be also protected from photoaging (i.e., wrinkles and sunspots).
- ALCOHOL-FREE
- SULFATE-FREE
- FRAGRANCE-FREE
- PHTHALATE-FREE
- PARABEN-FREE
- ESSENTIAL OIL-FREE
- OIL-FREE
Score | Ingredient | Origin | Functions |
|---|---|---|---|
55 | Water | Naturally occurring | Formula Helper |
17.5 | Zinc Oxide | Naturally occurring, Synthetic | Sunscreen,Antimicrobial,Colorant,Formula Helper |
6 | Isononyl Isononanoate | Synthetic | Emollient,Formula Helper |
4 | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Botanical, Synthetic | Moisturizing (occlusive),Emollient,Fragrance,Formula Helper |
3 | Dimethicone | Synthetic | Moisturizing (occlusive),Emollient,Formula Helper |
2.5 | Hexylene Glycol | Synthetic | Fragrance,Formula Helper |
2 | Butyloctyl Salicylate | Synthetic | Emollient,Formula Helper |
1.5 | Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone | Botanical, Synthetic, Animal | Formula Helper |
1.3 | Argania Spinosa Kernel Extract | Botanical | |
1 | Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer | Synthetic | Formula Helper |
0.3 | Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate | Synthetic, Animal | Emollient,Formula Helper |
0.3 | Tocopheryl Acetate | Botanical, Synthetic | Antioxidant |
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
17.5
Function
Sunscreen, Antimicrobial, Colorant, Bulking, Light stabilizing
Origin
Naturally occurring, Synthetic
A white mineral powder mainly used in skincare as a physical sunscreen. It protects against UVA light that leads to visible signs of aging, including wrinkles and fine lines. Zinc oxide can also be used as a colorant to enhance the whiteness of a product.
An ester of a branched fatty acid with a branched fatty alcohol. It is an easily spreadable emollient that has a silky, dry, non-greasy feel on the skin.
Score
4
Function
Moisturizing (occlusive), Emollient, Fragrance, Solvent
Origin
Botanical, Synthetic
A natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
The 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.