facetheory Amil-C Whip SPF 30 M5 - Whipped SPF Face Moisturiser, With 5% Niacinamide and Vitamin C, Moisturiser Face Women, Vegan and Cruelty-Free, Made in the UK | Scented | 50 ml

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Another thing SAP might be able to do is to help with acne. A 2005 study showed in vitro (in test tubes) that 1% SAP has a strong antimicrobial activity on evil acne causing P. acnes and it also showed in vivo (on real people) that 5% SAP can strongly improvethe inflammatory and non-inflammatory lesions of acne vulgaris. In fact, the results were comparable or even slightly better than with 5% benzoyl peroxide. As for the three magic abilities of Vitamin C, we again mostly haveonly the manufacturer's claims, but at least those are very promising. EAC seems to have both an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect, and it's claimed to be able to boost the skin's collagen production. The strong point of EACthoughis skin brightening. On top of manufacturer claims, there is also clinical in-vivo (tested on real people) data showing that 2% EAC can improve skin tone and whiten the skin.

However, many people loathe buying both moisturiser and suncream – either for financial reasons or because it feels like too many products to apply every morning. It's a new generation sunscreen agent that was specifically designed for high SPF and good UVA protectionand based on a 2007 study that compared 18 sunscreen agents available in the EU it really had the best SPF protection(they used the highest concentration allowed by EU regulations from each 18 sunscreens and Trinosorb S gave an SPF 20 all by itself). Products that contain Parabens include: Shampoos, conditioners, deodorants, face moisturisers, body lotions, foundations, mascaras and toner. Zone 2: Bulgaria, Croatia, Luxembourg, Romania, Hungary, Slovakia, Czechia, Poland, Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland, MonacoYou can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below. Formaldehyde: Helps keep products fresh and free from contaminants. Also referred to as DMDM hydantoin in beauty products. At low levels, breathing in formaldehyde can cause eye, nose and throat irritation. At higher levels, formaldehyde exposure can cause skin rashes, shortness of breath, wheezing and changes in lung function. Due to the added SPF protection, I use this as a day-time moisturiser only. As previously mentioned, I personally layer a sunscreen over the top. SAP (the vit C derivative, not the enterprise software, obvs) is a promising derivative that has great stability up to pH 7. The challenge with it thoughis skin penetration. Unfortunately, it seems to be limited, or to quote a great article from theJournal of Cosmetic Dermatology "topically applied ascorbyl phosphate salts are, at very best, poorly absorbed in comparison with AA". Regarding conversion to AA, there seems to be no data about it, so we can neither deny nor confirm it. However, for a Vitamin C derivative to workit's not enough just to be stable, they also have to be absorbed into the skin and be converted there to pure Vitamin C. We have good news regarding the absorption: on top of manufacturer claims, there is somedata (animal study) demonstrating in can get into the skin, and it seems to be better at it than Ascorbyl Glucoside, another vitamin C derivative.

We have better news regarding the three magic abilities of vitamin C: there is in-vivo (tested on real people) data showing that SAP does have photo-protective (aka antioxidant) properties, though less than pure AA. SAP might also aid collagen boosting;in-vitro (made in the lab) data shows that it works, but is less effective than another vitamin C derivative, called MAP (that seems to be as effective as pure AA). As for skin-brightening, there is a trade publication with in-vivo data showing that SAP can fade brown spots. I would totally recommend this as a moisturiser. You could use this as your moisturiser sunscreen if you wanted to, but I’d be a little bit cautious as to whether or not your adequately protected. Some protection is better than nothing, but I’d therefore recommend wearing a SPF over the top. Brands Product Description Aqua, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (broad spectrum UV absorber), Niacinamide (vitamin b3), Coco-Caprylate (coconut-derived solvent), Butyloctyl Salicylate (skin-conditioning agent), Glyceryl Stearate (vegetable emulsifier), Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate (emulsifier), Microcrystalline Cellulose (emulsion stabiliser), Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (stabilised vitamin c), Lactic Acid (alpha-hydroxy acid), Cetyl Alcohol (naturally derived non-drying coconut fatty acid), Tocopherol (natural vitamin E), Glycerin (humectant), Sodium Anisate (preservative derived from aniseed), Sodium Levulinate (preservative derived from sugar cane), Glyceryl Caprylate (emollient), 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (stabilised vitamin c), Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate (natural emulsifier), Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Extract, Gellan Gum (rheology modifier), Xanthan Gum (rheology modifier),Sodium Phytate (natural chelator). Scented version contains Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil (Limonene: 0.475%).

And if you're looking for something with the best sun protection possible, you can't do much better than the Ultrasun Facial Fluid. Keep active, feel clean and stay smelling sweet in the heat with this all-natural deodorant that neutralises odour to keep underarms fresh, even on the hottest summer days.

Facetheory products contain a high concentration of actives, so only a small amount is required per use. Parabens: Preservatives that prolong a product’s shelf-life. They're also known to disrupt hormone function, activating the hormone oestrogen, high levels of which have been found in breast cancer tumours. And as well as fighting off the sun's more malevolent qualities and moisturising the skin, niacinamide and vitamin C help reduce pore size, even skin tone and reduce redness. Amil-C Whip M5 SPF 30+ is our whipped mousse moisturiser that refines and brightens your skin while protecting it against UV damage. Our new, improved formula provides higher SPF protection, without changing the luxurious whipped feel.It is an oil-soluble, slightly yellowish powder that is not absorbed into the skin too much. This is good news for a sunscreen agent as it needs to be on the surface of the skin to do its job properly. Regarding Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine side effects, we have good news here as well: it has a great safety profile and unlike a couple of other chemical sunscreens, Trinosorb S (and M) does not showestrogenic activity.