Abib Glutathiosome CC Sunscreen Toning SPF 50+ PA++++
95/100 overall score
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About this sunscreen
Abib Glutathiosome CC Sunscreen Toning SPF 50+ is a hybrid sunscreen using modern chemical filters (Tinosorb S, Uvinul A Plus, Uvinul T 150, Tinosorb M) alongside a film-former. It delivers a matte finish with low white cast and a lightweight feel, does not commonly sting, and works well under makeup. With a low pore-clogging profile it is generally suitable for most skin types. Scoring 94.5 out of 100 with excellent protection, it is a top-tier choice.
Ingredient & SPF scores
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UV protection
Excellent
100
- +45.6 Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine at #5, UV filter (UVA1 +15.2)
- +34.2 Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate at #6, UV filter (UVA1 +20.9)
- +20.9 Ethylhexyl Triazone at #7, UV filter
- +9.6 Polysilicone-15 at #8, UV filter
- +28.8 Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol at #16, UV filter (UVA1 +10.8)
- β25.2 UVB coverage saturated
- β12 UVA2 coverage saturated
- β1.9 UVA1 coverage saturated
- +4 Label claims (SPF 50, PA rating)
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White cast
Low
98
- +100 Starting score
- β5 Titanium Dioxide as pigment (CI 77891) at #4
- β3 Tinosorb M at #16
- +5.6 Tinted formula, pigment masks the cast
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Fungal acne
Medium
64
- +100 Starting score
- β9 1 oils/butters that feed Malassezia (Hydrogenated Lecithin)
- β27 3 long-chain (C12+) esters that feed Malassezia (Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate)
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Fabric stains
Medium
45
- +100 Starting score
- β15 Uvinul A Plus (DHHB) at #6, oil-soluble UVA filter, fabric stains
- β40 Iron-oxide pigments at #27, makeup-like collar marks (washable)
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Moisture
Hydrating
LightNourishing
- β 4.5 2 sebum-absorbing powders (Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane)
- β 1 Volatile carriers flash off, leaving a dry finish
- β 1 Glycerin at #15, the anchor humectant
- β 1 1 strong humectants (Beta-Glucan)
- β 2 Humectant polyols
- β 8 Ceramide barrier lipids with cholesterol/phytosphingosine partners
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Finish
Matte
MatteDewy
- β 4 2 sebum-absorbing powders (Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Silica Dimethyl Silylate)
- β 1 Volatile carriers flash off, leaving a dry finish
- β 5 3 dry-touch emollients reduce greasy shine (Dibutyl Adipate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Diisopropyl Sebacate)
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Makeup base
Good
PillsPrimer
- β 3 1 soft-focus powders in moderation
- β 5 Dry-touch esters, smooth fast-absorbing base
- β 2 Gel polymers prone to pilling under friction (Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, β¦)
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Water resistance
Not resistant
Non-water-resistantWater-resistant
Nothing flagged in the ingredient list.
How we rate water resistance βSkincare extras
Beneficial actives this formula contains. Informational only, not part of the rating: their effect depends on a concentration the label does not disclose.
- β¨ Niacinamide
Full ingredient list (54)
What each ingredient does and how it moves each rating: green helps, red hurts, β / β give the direction, and β / β shift a slider toward its ends (finish, moisture, makeup base). Auto-derived from our scoring rules and the ingredient's position.
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1 Water
Solvent base, the water phase
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Emollient, softens and smooths skin
- matte β 3 dry-touch emollient, anti-shine
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Humectant, pulls water into the skin
- 2 β nourishing humectant polyol
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Colorant or pigment
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Modern UV filter, broad-spectrum and photostable (Tinosorb S)
- β 45.6 UV protection, incl. long-UVA (UVA1)
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Modern UV filter, broad-spectrum and photostable (Uvinul A Plus)
- β 34.2 UV protection, incl. long-UVA (UVA1)
- β 15 oil-soluble UVA filter, fabric stains
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Modern UV filter, broad-spectrum and photostable (Uvinul T 150)
- β 20.9 UV protection
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Modern UV filter, broad-spectrum and photostable (Polysilicone-15), low in the list, likely a minor contributor
- β 9.6 UV protection
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Soothing, skin-conditioning active
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Emollient, softens and smooths skin
- matte β 1 dry-touch emollient, anti-shine
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Emollient, softens and smooths skin
- matte β 1 dry-touch emollient, anti-shine
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Mattifying powder, absorbs oil and blurs the finish
- light β 3 sebum-absorbing powder
- matte β 3 sebum-absorbing powder
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Humectant, pulls water into the skin
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Humectant, pulls water into the skin
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15 Glycerin
Humectant, pulls water into the skin
- 1 β nourishing the anchor humectant
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Modern UV filter, broad-spectrum and photostable (Tinosorb M), low in the list, likely a minor contributor
- β 28.8 UV protection, incl. long-UVA (UVA1)
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Humectant, pulls water into the skin
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18 Isododecane
Volatile hydrocarbon, flashes off for a light finish
- light β 1 volatile carrier, flashes off
- matte β 1 volatile carrier, flashes off
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Fatty alcohol, an emollient and thickener, not the drying kind
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Emulsifier, keeps oil and water blended
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Fatty alcohol, an emollient and thickener, not the drying kind
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Thickener and texture, structures the gel or cream
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Emulsifier, keeps oil and water blended
- β 9 feeds malassezia
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Thickener and texture, structures the gel or cream
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25 Tromethamine
pH adjuster
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Emulsifier, keeps oil and water blended
- β 9 feeds malassezia
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27 Iron Oxides
Colorant or pigment
- β 40 makeup-like collar marks (washable)
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28 Carbomer
Thickener and texture, structures the gel or cream
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Emulsifier, keeps oil and water blended
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Emollient, softens and smooths skin
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Supporting ingredient
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Thickener and texture, structures the gel or cream
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33 Mica
Colorant or pigment
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34 Polyester-1
Film former, locks the formula onto skin for water resistance
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Emulsifier, keeps oil and water blended
- β 9 feeds malassezia
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Humectant, pulls water into the skin
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37 Iron Oxides
Colorant or pigment
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38 Adenosine
Soothing, skin-conditioning active
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39 Iron Oxides
Colorant or pigment
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40 Glutathione
Antioxidant, protects the formula and skin
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Mattifying powder, absorbs oil and blurs the finish
- light β 1.5 sebum-absorbing powder
- matte β 1 sebum-absorbing powder
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42 Xanthan Gum
Thickener and texture, structures the gel or cream
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43 Tocopherol
Antioxidant, protects the formula and skin
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44 Allantoin
Soothing, skin-conditioning active
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Botanical extract
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Humectant, pulls water into the skin
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47 Beta-Glucan
Humectant, pulls water into the skin
- 1 β nourishing humectant
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Emulsifier, keeps oil and water blended
- β 9 feeds malassezia
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49 Cholesterol
Soothing, skin-conditioning active
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50 Chitosan
Supporting ingredient
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Antioxidant, protects the formula and skin
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Antioxidant, protects the formula and skin
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Antioxidant, protects the formula and skin
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54 Ceramide NP
Soothing, skin-conditioning active
Is Abib Glutathiosome CC Sunscreen good for oily skin?
It is generally a good fit for oily skin. It dries to a matte finish and has a low pore-clogging profile, which tends to suit oilier complexions.
Does the Abib Glutathiosome CC Sunscreen Toning SPF 50+ PA++++ work under makeup?
Yes, it works well as a makeup base. The matte, lightweight finish and low white cast make it a good primer-style layer.
Is this sunscreen mineral or chemical?
It is a hybrid sunscreen. It uses modern chemical filters such as Tinosorb S, Uvinul A Plus and Tinosorb M for broad coverage.