The British Association of Dermatologists recommend-
The Ordinary Mineral UV Filters SPF 30 with Antioxidants
- £8.90 for 50mls from Deciem.com
- pH 7-8.50 so slightly alkaline
- Alcohol free, nut free, gluten free, cruelty free, vegan (contains silicone, oil and water)
- We don’t have a UVA rating yet.
- Directions– Apply to face liberally and evenly 15 to 20 minutes before UV exposure. If continued UV exposure is expected, to maintain protection, reapply at least every 2 hours or after material water exposure, towel-drying, swimming or extensive perspiration. Suitable for all skin tones. For children under 6 months of age, consult a doctor prior to use. Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating.
Read more on my thoughts about sunscreen here.
- Micronised Zinc oxide– Deciem reports that the Zinc Oxide in Mineral UV filter spf 30 is larger than nano size. The smaller the Zinc Oxide particles are, the less white they look. But there has been some media fuss about the possible risk that really tiny particles could pass into the skin and cause toxicity. Zinc Oxide is a fantastic sunscreen because it reflects the majority of the Ultraviolet spectrum, doesn’t breakdown in sunlight, doesn’t create free radicals and doesn’t sensitise skin.
- Rutile Titanium Oxide– There are two types of Titanium Oxide depending on their source- rutile and anastase. Anastase Titanium Oxide can create free radicals in sunlight so the rutile form is preferable. Micronised Rutile Titanium Oxide is a safe broad spectrum spf ingredient.
- Silicones– The silicone compounds in The Ordinary Mineral UV Filters spf30 hold the active ingredients in a stable film. There is a bit of talk about silicones clogging pores going around. Scientifically they shouldn’t, silicone compounds form a light permeable barrier and don’t enter the pores. If you are careful with your cleansing you should be ok (I say should because there will always be a portion of people that are the exception to the rule). Mineral UV Filters contains the following silicones- Cyclopentasiloxane– a very light slippery silicone that evaporates easily do not clogging, PEG-10 Dimethicone, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer– they have a soft smooth texture and a low molecular weight and don’t clog pores.
- Moisturisers– Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.
- Natural Moisturising Factors-Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Sodium PCA, PCA, Sodium Lactate, Glucose, Maltose, Fructose, Trehalose, Urea and Sodium Hyaluronate. All work to support the skin’s moisture barrier and keep it happy.
- Antioxidants– Astaxanthin– a really powerful antioxidant derived from algae- read my post on Astaxanthin. Ethyl ferulate is an ester of antioxidant Ferulic acid. Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract Aka rosemary extract. Which is rich in rosemarinic acid which is a natural antioxidant, skin soother and antiseptic. Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract aka Tasmanian Pepperberry, is seen in some of the other Deciem products like Modulating Glucosides. It is a powerful soother and antioxidant. Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract which is a type of algae that is rich in Astaxanthin. Picea Mariana Bark Extract found to be rich in anti inflammatory and antioxidant polyphenols and Reservatol. Isochrysis Galbana Extract is a microalgae extract which shows promise as a skincare ingredient. It’s a source of lipids, proteins, polysaccharides, and carotenoids that support skin, reduce inflammation and sun damage. Also present in The Ordinary B Oil.
- Bio sugar complex– Comprised of Sodium Lactate, Glucose, Maltose, Fructose, Trehalose, draws moisture to the skin and keeps it hydrated.
The ingredients are fantastic, there are so many things there that I want to put on my face.
The Ordinary Mineral UV Filters SPF 30 with Antioxidants Review
With all those positive points being said, is the sunscreen wearable?
Here’s a few pics with The Ordinary Sunscreen. The first is my bare face for comparison-
After I applied the correct amount to one side of my face-
And after applying to the whole face and makeup on top-
It looks much better with makeup on, though you can still see a little white around the edges.
The Ordinary Mineral UV Filters SPF 30 with Antioxidants- Buy or No Buy?
