DermalogicaInvisible Physical Defense SPF 30Ingredients

Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 is a product from Sunscreens category with 37 ingredients. Notable: Zinc Oxide, Glycerin, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus, Tocopheryl Acetate. The product is made by Dermalogica.

Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 provides following positive effects: UV Protection, Moisturizing, Cleansing, Softening, Soothing and 22 more.

Organic score: 41% natural vs 51% chemical.

INCI

Water

Solvent

Zinc Oxide

Bulking agent, Colorant

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Skin conditioning agent, Antimicrobial agent, Emollient

Dimethicone

Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Solvent

Butylene Glycol

Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent

Glycerin

Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent

All the Positive

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Vitamins [1]: Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidants [4]: Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus, Tocopheryl Acetate

Moisturizing 9: Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Eucalyptus Globulus, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin

Softening 9: C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Eucalyptus Globulus, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bisabolol, Ethylhexylglycerin

Antiseptic 9: Zinc Oxide, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus, Sodium Chloride, Bisabolol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene

Soothing 3: Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus, Bisabolol

Concerns

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Risk of clogging pores

Zinc Oxide, Butylene Glycol

Risk of allergy

Linalool, Limonene

Silicones

1 component

Dimethicone^#5

PEG

2 components

PEG-10 Dimethicone^#11

Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone^#23

ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Yes

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 3Negative: 0

Butylene Glycol^#7Glycerin^#8Sodium Hyaluronate^#15

Oily skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#2Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract^#16

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 3

Zinc Oxide^#2Eucalyptus Globulus^#17Linalool^#36Limonene^#37

Detailed view

Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30

#1Water

Origin: natural

Role: Solvent

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

#2Zinc Oxide

Origin: natural

Role: Bulking agent, Colorant

UV Protection

Antiseptic

Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Good for oily skin

Zinc Oxide is a great physical sunscreen, meaning it deflects the UV rays. It’s the only natural mineral sun protector recommended by the FDA for babies. It’s good for sensitive skin because it’s less irritating than chemical sunscreens.

It has very nice spectrum protection. It helps to protect from UVA I, UVA II, and UVB and nowadays it’s the broadest range of sunscreen used in cosmetics. In other words, it’s brilliant in its league.

The negative side is that it can feel heavy on the skin. It can leave a slight whitish tint on the surface of the skin and some people may not like this. Keep in mind that it’s relatively easy to wash off, so it’s better to use water-resistant sunscreens if you are swimming.

#3Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

#4C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antimicrobial agent, Emollient

Cleansing

Softening

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ A ]

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is mostly used as formulation component. It gives the product a soft and silky but non-greasy feeling. As for the skin benefits, it's an emollient – it makes the skin softer and more hydrated. It also helps to kill bacteria and increase the product’s shelf life.

#5Dimethicone

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient

Silicones

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.