Phytic Acid
What Phytic Acid is & what it does
A plant-derived acid that gently exfoliates and brightens while also binding metal ions to stabilize the formula. It helps even tone with low irritation.
What does Phytic Acid do in skincare?
Phytic Acid is a naturally occurring acid found in seeds and grains, used in skincare as a gentle exfoliant and chelating agent. It can help even out skin tone and texture, and it binds trace metals that might otherwise destabilize a formula. It is generally considered milder than many other acids.
Is Phytic Acid safe?
Phytic Acid is widely used in cosmetic products and is generally regarded as safe at the levels typically found in skincare. As with other exfoliating acids, very high concentrations may cause irritation for some people. Patch testing a new product is a sensible precaution.
Is Phytic Acid natural or synthetic?
Phytic Acid occurs naturally in plant seeds, nuts, and grains such as rice and legumes. The version used in cosmetics may be extracted from plant sources or produced synthetically to a consistent standard. Both forms are chemically the same molecule.
Sunscreens with Phytic Acid
We rate 86 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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colibri skincare Daily SPF 50+ Moisturizer
96/100
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SVR Cicavit+ Crème Spf 50+ Soothing Repairing Protective Anti-Mark Care
94/100
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SUN Matters SPF 50 Light Serum
93/100
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Standard Beauty SPF 50+ The Mattifying One
91/100
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standard. SPF 50+ The Standard One
91/100
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Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30
88/100
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Vintage Beauty BB Cream SPF 50+
87/100
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Happier Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++
85/100
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Green People Scent Free Sun Cream - SPF30
85/100
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Kalis Skincare Dr Brunetta'S Kalis Spf50+ Natural Ultra High Protection Moisturising Anti Aging Sun Tan Cream Sunscreen With Jojoba & Vitamin C & E
84/100