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Ultra Serum SPF 50 Niacinamide

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Fungal acne trigger
Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil)

Key ingredientsModern UV filter, Niacinamide, Vitamin C derivative, Hyaluronic Acid

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

  1. 1Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua)

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  2. 2C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

    Softens and smooths with a lightweight feel.

  3. 3Dicaprylyl Carbonate

    Softens and smooths with a lightweight feel.

  4. 4Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

    A photostable, newer-generation UV filter with broad protection.

  5. 5Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

    Light emollient from coconut. Generally fungal-acne friendly.

  6. 6Ethylhexyl Triazone

    A photostable, newer-generation UV filter with broad protection.

  7. 7Water (Aqua)

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  8. 8Phenylene Bis-Diphenyltriazine
  9. 9Glycerin

    A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

  10. 10Polyglyceryl-6 StearateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  11. 11Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

    A photostable, newer-generation UV filter with broad protection.

  12. 12Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3. Balances oil, refines pores, fades marks and strengthens the barrier. A true all-rounder.

  13. 13Ascorbyl Glucoside

    A stable, gentle form of vitamin C for brightness and antioxidant protection.

  14. 14Benzoic Acid

    Keeps the product free from bacteria and mould.

  15. 15Caprylyl Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  16. 16Cellulose Gum

    Gives the product its texture.

  17. 17Citric Acid

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  18. 18Glyceryl StearateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  19. 19Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil)Fungal acne trigger

    A nourishing plant oil that softens and protects skin.

  20. 20Microcrystalline Cellulose
  21. 21Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
  22. 22PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether

    Helps blend and thicken the formula.

  23. 23Red 33 (Ci 17200)

    Gives the product its color.

  24. 24Sodium Benzoate

    Keeps the product free from bacteria and mould.

  25. 25Sodium Citrate

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  26. 26Sodium Hyaluronate

    Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy hydration.

  27. 27Sodium Hydroxide

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  28. 28Stearyl Alcohol

    A waxy, moisturizing "good alcohol". Not drying at all.

  29. 29Tocopherol

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

  30. 30Tocopherol

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.