nuvit Daily Defender Lightweight Moisturizing Sunscreen

Ingredients overview

Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.

Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Water
2. Propanediol
3. Cyclopentasiloxane
4. Isononyl Isononanoate
5. Titanium Dioxide
6. Caprylyl Methicone
7. Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
8. Polyacrylate-13
9. Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
10. Butylene Glycol
11. Benzophenone-3
12. Polysorbate 60
13. Phenoxyethanol
14. Silica
15. Polyisobutene
16. Caprylyl Glycol
17. Cetyl Phosphate
18. Phospholipids
19. Ethylhexylglycerin
20. O-Cymen-5-Ol
21. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
22. Polysorbate 20
23. Arginine
24. Sorbitan Isostearate
25. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
26. Sodium Hyaluronate
27. Diisopropyl Adipate
28. Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
29. Lecithin
30. Acrylic Acid/Acrylamidomethyl Propane Sulfonic Acid Copolymer
31. Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
32. Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract
33. Glyceryl Caprylate
34. Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
35. Xanthan Gum
36. Ceramide NP
37. Phytosphingosine
38. Ceramide AP
39. Cholesterol
40. Carbomer
41. Ceramide EOP

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains PEGContains fragranceContains animal-derived

Formulation view A lightweight daily moisturizer combining titanium dioxide physical sunscreen with chemical filters, fortified with phospholipids and ceramides for barrier support. Silicones and silica ensure a matte, oil-control finish, ideal for oily or combination skin in summer. Formulator Note: The hybrid sunscreen approach balances protection with texture, suitable for users avoiding white cast.

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

SOLVENT

Propanediol

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Cyclopentasiloxane

ANTISTATIC

Isononyl Isononanoate

UV FILTER · 附录 VI · 最高浓度 25%* *: In case of combined use of Titanium Dioxide and Titanium Dioxide (nano)

Titanium Dioxide

SKIN CONDITIONING

Caprylyl Methicone

LIGHT STABILIZER

Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Other ingredients

Polyacrylate-13Butylene GlycolBenzophenone-3Polysorbate 60PhenoxyethanolSilicaPolyisobuteneCaprylyl GlycolCetyl PhosphatePhospholipidsEthylhexylglycerinO-Cymen-5-OlCaprylic/Capric TriglyceridePolysorbate 20ArginineSorbitan IsostearateAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerSodium HyaluronateDiisopropyl AdipateSodium Lauroyl LactylateLecithinAcrylic Acid/Acrylamidomethyl Propane Sulfonic Acid CopolymerDimethylmethoxy ChromanolLaminaria Ochroleuca ExtractGlyceryl CaprylateTheobroma Cacao Seed ExtractXanthan GumCeramide NPPhytosphingosineCeramide APCholesterolCarbomerCeramide EOP

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Propanediol

Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.

Isononyl Isononanoate

Light, low-viscosity ester emollient; excellent spreadability, good for gels and light lotions

Titanium Dioxide

Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention

Caprylyl Methicone

Volatile silicone, fresh feel, does not absorb oil, used in foundations and cushions.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UVA absorber used with other filters; poor water stability and photolability, requires light stabilizers, max concentration typically 10%.

Polyacrylate-13

Not decoded yet

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

High-potency UVA filter (Parsol MXX); requires stabilizers and UVB blockers.

Butylene Glycol

Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel

Benzophenone-3

Not decoded yet

Polysorbate 60

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer for O/W or W/O stability; may cause mild stinging on sensitive skin, typically 1-5%.

Phenoxyethanol

Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin

Silica

Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products

Polyisobutene

Inert film former and occlusive; increases viscosity, slippery feel, used in lipsticks

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Cetyl Phosphate

Anionic emulsifier and thickener; often blended, high levels may sting sensitive skin

Phospholipids

Biomimetic repair and emollient, mimics skin lipids; typically processed at low temps, may be sticky at high levels

Ethylhexylglycerin

Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel

O-Cymen-5-Ol

Antioxidant and antimicrobial; low levels for preservation; irritating at high concentrations, restricted use.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin

Polysorbate 20

Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.

Arginine

Arginine for moisturizing/conditioning; amino acid, high biocompatibility, often used in blends.

Sorbitan Isostearate

Non-ionic emulsifier (low HLB); typically used in blends, low comedogenicity, soft skin feel.

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Crosspolymer for thickening/film; needs neutralization to pH 7-8 to hydrate, check ion strength.

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Diisopropyl Adipate

Diisopropyl adipate for emollience and plasticizing; lipophilic, potential comedogenic

Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate

Mild emulsifier at 1–5%; suitable for sensitive skin, mind cationic surfactant compatibility

Lecithin

Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.

Acrylic Acid/Acrylamidomethyl Propane Sulfonic Acid Copolymer

Water-soluble polymer for thickening and chelation; increases viscosity and interferes with metal ions.

Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol

Ergothioneine analog antioxidant; stabilizes formula, protect from light.

Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract

Brown algae extract for hydration and film-forming; high loads may affect clarity.

Glyceryl Caprylate

Mild emulsifier/deodorant at 0.5-2%; polyol ester, high humectancy, low irritancy, check cationic surfactant compatibility.

Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract

Cacao seed extract; polyphenols. Antioxidant and conditioning, hygroscopic, store in dry conditions.

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Ceramide NP

Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.

Phytosphingosine

Phytosphingosine barrier repair ingredient, 0.1–1%; water-soluble, good for dry skin.

Ceramide AP

Ceramide analog for barrier repair; best results when combined with cholesterol and free fatty acids

Cholesterol

Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Ceramide EOP

Ceramide EOP, repairs skin barrier lipids; often blended with cholesterol and fatty acids.

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