The Raw Cera-Shield Chemical Sunscreen SPF 50+

The Raw Cera-Shield Chemical Sunscreen SPF 50+
0.3
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.3 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.3 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
50
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SPF

Review

Results you may expect from using The Raw Cera-Shield Chemical Sunscreen SPF 50+:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using The Raw Cera-Shield Chemical Sunscreen SPF 50+:

  • A bit of moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 0.3 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: The Raw Cera-Shield Chemical Sunscreen SPF 50+ has a moisturizing rating of 0.3 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This product has relatively comparable levels of Humectancy and Occlusivity: a low Humectancy of 0.3 out of 10 and a low Occlusivity of 0.3 out of 10.

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

Sun protection

The Raw Cera-Shield Chemical Sunscreen 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
Butyloctyl Salicylate
6
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
4
Nylon-12
3
Dibutyl Adipate
2.5
Phenethyl Benzoate
2
Ethylhexyl Triazone
1.5
Polysilicone-15
1.3
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
1
Silica
0.3
Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
0.3
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
0.3
1,2-Hexanediol
0.3
C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
0.3
Tromethamine
0.3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
0.3
C20-22 Alcohols
0.3
Allantoin
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
0.3
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
0.3
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-20 Olefin)
0.3
PVP
0.3
Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
0.3
t-Butyl Alcohol
0.3
Hydrogenated Lecithin
0.3
Cetearyl Alcohol
0.3
Stearic Acid
0.3
Ceramide NP
0.3
Ceramide NS
0.3
Cholesterol
0.3
Phytosphingosine
0.3
Ceramide AP
0.3
Ceramide AS
0.3
Ceramide EOP
Est. %
Water
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Butyloctyl Salicylate
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Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
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Nylon-12
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Dibutyl Adipate
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Phenethyl Benzoate
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Ethylhexyl Triazone
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Polysilicone-15
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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
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Silica
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Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
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Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
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1,2-Hexanediol
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C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
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Tromethamine
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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C20-22 Alcohols
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Allantoin
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Hydroxyacetophenone
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Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
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Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
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Hydrogenated Poly(C6-20 Olefin)
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PVP
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Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
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t-Butyl Alcohol
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Hydrogenated Lecithin
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Stearic Acid
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Ceramide NP
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Ceramide NS
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Cholesterol
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Phytosphingosine
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Ratings

All humectants
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
0.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.3 10
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.6 20
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
0.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
0.3
All humectants 0.3 10
0.3
All humectants
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 0.6 20
0.3
All occlusives
0.6
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
All antioxidants 0.3 3 No
All antioxidants
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
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. %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.
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Butyloctyl SalicylateA synthetic emollient and solvent. It is primarily used as a carrier oil to disperse minerals in, including pigments and sunscreen minerals. It can also absorb UV light, thus boosting the SPF of sunscreen products.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateDescription is coming soon
Nylon-12
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Nylon-12A synthetic powdered ingredient that imparts unique sensorial characteristics due to its microsphere structure. It can also control viscosity by bulking up the oil phase of a skincare product.
Dibutyl Adipate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Dibutyl AdipateDescription is coming soon
Phenethyl Benzoate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Phenethyl BenzoateDescription is coming soon
Ethylhexyl Triazone
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Ethylhexyl TriazoneDescription is coming soon
Polysilicone-15
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Polysilicone-15Description is coming soon
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Est. %1.3
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.
Silica
Est. %1
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.
Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-6 StearateDescription is coming soon
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic AcidDescription is coming soon
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
C20-22 Alkyl PhosphateDescription is coming soon
Tromethamine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TromethamineAn ingredient based on amino acids that is commonly used as a pH adjuster. It has a high pH, which means that it is basic (alkaline), so adding tromethamine to a skincare product will increase its overall pH level.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA 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.
C20-22 Alcohols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
C20-22 AlcoholsDescription is coming soon
Allantoin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AllantoinA fluffy, white powder that acts as a humectant due to its water-loving chemistry and as an exfoliant that helps to remove dead skin cells. It has also been shown to be very soothing to irritated and inflamed skin.
Hydroxyacetophenone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HydroxyacetophenoneAn antioxidant compound that can be found in many plants, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It can boost the preservative action of other conservants.
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateDescription 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.
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-20 Olefin)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-20 Olefin)Description is coming soon
PVP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PVPAn excellent film-former used in hairsprays, peel-off masks, and even some self-tanning products. These films are strong and hold onto the skin.
Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-6 BehenateDescription is coming soon
t-Butyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
t-Butyl AlcoholDescription is coming soon
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated LecithinA version of plain lecithin that has been saturated with hydrogen atoms. This ingredient can be derived from plants, like soy or sunflower, from egg yolks, or made synthetically. Its major function is to emulsify water and oils.
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.
Stearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Stearic AcidA saturated fatty acid found in vegetable butter and animal fats. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient and also helps to maintain the barrier function of the skin.
Ceramide NP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NPAlso known as ceramide 3, it is the most common ceramide in our skin. It helps to restore the skin’s lipid barrier and alleviate the symptoms of dry and cracked skin. Research has shown that skin suffering from conditions such as AD lacks ceramides.
Ceramide NS
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NSA wax-like lipid natural to the skin’s lipid matrix. It is less frequently used but, in combination with other ceramides, can help to restore balance in the skin’s lipid barrier.
Cholesterol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CholesterolAn emollient and important barrier repairing lipid, effective when combined with fatty acids and ceramides. Around 25% of the skin’s lipid layer is made up of cholesterol and it is found in the membrane of every single cell in our body.
Phytosphingosine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhytosphingosineA key component of ceramides NP, AP, and EOP. It has barrier repair properties and stimulates the production of the skin’s Natural Moisturizing Factor. Phytosphingosine has strong antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity, which can be used to treat acne.
Ceramide AP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide APPreviously called Ceramide 6 II, Ceramide AP is one of the most common ceramides in the skin. Research has shown that dry, flaky skin has significantly less Ceramide AP. Its application helps to treat dry skin by restoring balance in the skin lipids.
Ceramide AS
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide ASDescription is coming soon
Ceramide EOP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide EOPFormerly called Ceramide 1, this ingredient is a skin-identical wax-like lipid with an ultra-long fatty acid chain. It restores and stabilizes the skin’s lipid matrix and helps to treat dry and flaky skin, especially when combined with other ceramides.