Folic Acid
What Folic Acid is & what it does
Vitamin B9, an antioxidant-supporting vitamin used to condition skin and help defend against environmental stress. It supports a healthier-looking surface.
What does Folic Acid do in skincare?
Folic Acid is a form of vitamin B9 used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning and antioxidant-type ingredient. In topical formulas it is generally included to support the look of the skin. It is normally used at small concentrations.
Is Folic Acid safe?
Folic Acid is a well-known B-vitamin and is generally considered safe for topical use at cosmetic levels. Individual skin sensitivity can vary. For any dietary or medical questions about folic acid, consult a qualified professional.
Is Folic Acid natural or synthetic?
The Folic Acid used in cosmetics is typically produced synthetically, which gives a consistent, stable form. The naturally occurring related compound is folate, found in foods, while the cosmetic-grade material is usually manufactured.
Sunscreens with Folic Acid
We rate 31 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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T'else Red Orange Niacinamide Moisture Sun Cream
96/100
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Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Fresh Sun Serum SPF 50+ PA++++
95/100
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9tails Exo-hydro SPF 50
89/100
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Olive Young Ideal For Men Sun Defense All In One Lotion SPF 50+
89/100
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B-Lab I Am Sorry Just Sun Cream Spf50+ Pa++++
87/100
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B-Lab I Am Sorry Just Sun Cream Spf50+ Pa++++ 50 mL
87/100
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Espoir Water Splash Sun Cream Fresh Cica
87/100
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it Cosmetics Bye Bye Foundation Full Coverage Moisturizer With Spf 50+
82/100
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it Cosmetics It CC+ Cream Illumination SPF 50+
81/100
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it Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream With SPF 50+
81/100