Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Natural Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++
73/100 overall score
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About this sunscreen
Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Natural Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ is a pure mineral sunscreen filtered with Zinc Oxide, formulated with hyaluronic acid for a hydrating feel. It finishes matte and lightweight, does not sting, and has a low pore-clogging profile suited to sensitive and acne-prone skin, though the mineral base can leave a medium white cast. It works acceptably under makeup. At 73/100 with moderate protection, it is a dependable everyday mineral sunscreen for those who prefer Zinc Oxide.
Ingredient & SPF scores
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UV protection
Moderate
45
- +41 Zinc Oxide at #2, UV filter (UVA1 +18)
- +4 Label claims (SPF 50, PA rating)
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White cast
Medium
35
- +100 Starting score
- β55 Zinc Oxide at #2
- β15 Pure mineral formula
- +4.9 Coated minerals (Triethoxycaprylylsilane)
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Heavy feel
Low
75
- +100 Starting score
- β40 Zinc Oxide at #2
- +10 Volatile silicone at #3, flashes off
- +4.5 Volatile hydrocarbon at #7, flashes off
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Fungal acne
Low
91
- +100 Starting score
- β9 1 long-chain (C12+) esters that feed Malassezia (Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate)
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Fabric stains
Low
85
- +100 Starting score
- β15 Zinc Oxide at #2, white marks, worst on dark fabric (washable)
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Moisture
Light
LightNourishing
- β 3 1 sebum-absorbing powders (Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer)
- β 12 Volatile carriers flash off, leaving a dry finish
- β 5 Zinc Oxide at #2, mild sebum absorbent
- β 2 Sodium Hyaluronate at #23, hyaluronic family
- β 3 3 strong humectants (Panthenol, Betaine, Inositol)
- β 1 Humectant polyols
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Finish
Matte
MatteDewy
- β 3 1 sebum-absorbing powders (Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer)
- β 11 Volatile carriers flash off, leaving a dry finish
- β 3 2 dry-touch emollients reduce greasy shine (Propylheptyl Caprylate, Caprylyl Methicone)
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Makeup base
Okay
PillsPrimer
- β 8 Primer-style base, volatile silicones and dimethicone slip
- β 3 Quick-setting carrier, fast, even canvas
- β 3 Dry-touch esters, smooth fast-absorbing base
- β 15 High mineral load at #2 greys under foundation
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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 (26)
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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Mineral UV filter (Zinc Oxide), high in the list, a primary filter
- β 41 UV protection, incl. long-UVA (UVA1)
- β 15 white marks, worst on dark fabric (washable)
- light β 5 mild sebum absorbent
- pills β 15 High mineral load greys under foundation
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Volatile silicone, flashes off for a light finish
- light β 8 volatile carrier, flashes off
- matte β 7 volatile carrier, flashes off
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Emollient, softens and smooths skin
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Humectant, pulls water into the skin
- 1 β nourishing humectant polyol
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Emollient, softens and smooths skin
- matte β 2 dry-touch emollient, anti-shine
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Volatile hydrocarbon, flashes off for a light finish
- light β 4 volatile carrier, flashes off
- matte β 4 volatile carrier, flashes off
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Emulsifier, keeps oil and water blended
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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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Mattifying powder, absorbs oil and blurs the finish
- light β 3 sebum-absorbing powder
- matte β 3 sebum-absorbing powder
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Thickener and texture, structures the gel or cream
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Thickener and texture, structures the gel or cream
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Supporting ingredient
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Humectant, pulls water into the skin
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Emulsifier, keeps oil and water blended
- β 9 feeds malassezia
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Emulsifier, keeps oil and water blended
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Emollient, softens and smooths skin
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Preservative, keeps the formula from spoiling
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Humectant, pulls water into the skin
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21 Adenosine
Soothing, skin-conditioning active
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22 Tocopherol
Antioxidant, protects the formula and skin
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Humectant, pulls water into the skin
- 2 β nourishing hyaluronic family
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24 Betaine
Humectant, pulls water into the skin
- 1 β nourishing humectant
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25 Inositol
Humectant, pulls water into the skin
- 1 β nourishing humectant
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26 Panthenol
Soothing, skin-conditioning active
- 1 β nourishing humectant
Is Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Natural Sun Cream mineral or chemical?
It is a pure mineral sunscreen, filtered with Zinc Oxide and formulated with hyaluronic acid for a hydrating feel.
Does the Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Natural Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ leave a white cast?
It can leave a medium white cast, which is common for Zinc Oxide formulas. The finish is matte and lightweight, and it does not sting.
Is it good for acne-prone skin?
Its low pore-clogging profile and matte finish generally suit oily and acne-prone skin. At SPF 50+ it scores 73/100 with moderate protection, a dependable everyday mineral choice.