Medik8 advanced day total protect

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. Aqua
2. Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
3. Dibutyl Adipate
4. Dicaprylyl Carbonate
5. Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
6. C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
7. Glycerin
8. Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
9. Ethylhexyl Triazone
10. Cetearyl Alcohol
11. Butylene Glycol
12. Sodium Polyacrylate
13. Phenoxyethanol
14. Sodium Hyaluronate
15. Carnosine
16. Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
17. Hydroxyacetophenone
18. Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
19. Citrus Limon Peel Oil
20. Pentylene Glycol
21. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
22. Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
23. Ectoin
24. Citric Acid
25. Disodium Phosphate
26. Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil
27. Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
28. Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Oil
29. Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
30. Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
31. Superoxide Dismutase
32. Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
33. Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
34. Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
35. Dehydroacetic Acid
36. Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
37. Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
38. Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract
39. Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
40. Boswellia Carterii Oil
41. Salvia Sclarea Leaf Oil
42. Tromethamine
43. Disodium EDTA
44. Benzoic Acid
45. Xanthan Gum
46. Phenethyl Alcohol
47. Ethylhexylglycerin
48. Citral
49. Limonene
50. Linalool

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains alcohol

Formulation view Refreshing O/W sunscreen lotion with light esters and multiple UVB absorbers. Contains ectoin, ascorbate, plant extracts, and citrus oils. Preserved with phenoxyethanol, dehydroacetic acid, and ethylhexylglycerin. Factory note: control ionic strength to prevent acrylate precipitation; test filter compatibility.

Key ingredients

SOLVENT

Aqua

LIGHT STABILIZER

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Dibutyl AdipateDicaprylyl Carbonate

HAIR CONDITIONING

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

ANTIMICROBIAL

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

DENATURANT

Glycerin

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Other ingredients

Ethylhexyl TriazoneCetearyl AlcoholButylene GlycolSodium PolyacrylatePhenoxyethanolSodium HyaluronateCarnosineMoringa Oleifera Seed ExtractHydroxyacetophenoneTetrahexyldecyl AscorbateCitrus Limon Peel OilPentylene GlycolCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilCitrus Grandis Peel OilEctoinCitric AcidDisodium PhosphateCitrus Nobilis Peel OilCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit OilCitrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig OilTheobroma Cacao Seed ExtractLitsea Cubeba Fruit OilSuperoxide DismutaseCananga Odorata Flower OilPelargonium Graveolens OilVetiveria Zizanoides Root OilDehydroacetic AcidZingiber Officinale Root OilVanilla Planifolia Fruit ExtractAcacia Decurrens Flower ExtractCedrus Atlantica Bark OilBoswellia Carterii OilSalvia Sclarea Leaf OilTromethamineDisodium EDTABenzoic AcidXanthan GumPhenethyl AlcoholEthylhexylglycerinCitralLimoneneLinalool

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Ingredients explained

Aqua

Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

Novel UVB absorber at 0.2-1.5%; narrow band, requires combination, high photostability, verify regional limits, low irritation.

Dibutyl Adipate

Light ester, solvent and emollient, fresh feel and volatility, non-comedogenic.

Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Light emollient solvent at 5–15%; mineral oil-free, refreshing feel, low sensitization.

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

UV-B absorber, photostable; high purity and low bioaccumulation, check for impurities.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

C12-15 alkyl benzoate; emollient, emulsifier, and antistatic; aids stability and smoothness, moderate low comedogenicity.

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Cetyl phosphate potassium, O/W emulsifier; pH-sensitive, often requires buffering.

Ethylhexyl Triazone

UVB absorber with good photostability; formulated with other filters, typical concentration 3-5%, check compatibility with other ingredients.

Cetearyl Alcohol

Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant

Butylene Glycol

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

Sodium Polyacrylate

Superabsorbent resin, <1%; gels with electrolytes, ionic strength control required.

Phenoxyethanol

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

Sodium Hyaluronate

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

Carnosine

Dipeptide skin conditioner with antioxidant and buffering properties; used in synergy with other actives.

Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract

Moringa seed extract rich in antioxidants for skin conditioning; natural extract, watch batch consistency

Hydroxyacetophenone

Hydroxyacetophenone as antioxidant; often boosts Vitamin C, works in acidic pH.

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Lipophilic Vitamin C derivative, antioxidant and brightening; more stable than VC, oil-soluble, must pair with oil phase

Citrus Limon Peel Oil

Lemon peel oil for fragrance/skin conditioning; contains allergens, mind phototoxicity and compliance

Pentylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

Sweet orange peel essential oil, citrus aroma; photosensitive, be careful in daytime; irritating at high levels.

Citrus Grandis Peel Oil

Grapefruit peel oil for fragrance; EU restricted, sensitizing properties, used as fragrance.

Ectoin

Cosmectin and skin protector, enhances skin tolerance; water-soluble, 0.1–5% common, compatible with most systems

Citric Acid

Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH

Disodium Phosphate

Phosphate buffer for pH adjustment and preservation; water-soluble; high levels may irritate mucous membranes.

Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil

Citrus essential oil; photosensitizing furanocoumarins present, limit daytime use; EU 26 allergen.

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil

Bergamot essential oil, natural fragrance and photosensitizer; limit daytime use or use FCF grade

Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Oil

Bitter orange oil for fragrance/flavor; essential oil with allergens, cautious for photosensitizing areas.

Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract

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

Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil

Litsaea cubeba fruit oil; distinct aroma, potential irritant; use as essential oil, label fully.

Superoxide Dismutase

Enzymatic antioxidant breaking down superoxide radicals; used as bioactive at low levels, requires strict temperature control to prevent inactivation.

Cananga Odorata Flower Oil

Ylang-ylang essential oil, natural fragrance; contains multiple allergens, restrict usage per EU regulations, avoid for sensitive skin

Pelargonium Graveolens Oil

Pelargonium graveolens oil containing citronellol and geraniol; used as perfuming agent, contains labeled allergens requiring compliance checks.

Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil

Vetiver root oil for fragrance and toning; natural essential oil may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin

Dehydroacetic Acid

Broad-spectrum preservative for acidic and oil-based systems; has concentration limits, requires challenge testing.

Zingiber Officinale Root Oil

Ginger root oil for fragrance; contains gingerols, irritant, use very low concentration, avoid for sensitive skin.

Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract

Vanilla extract adds scent and soothing; acts as natural fragrance, dose carefully.

Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract

Golden Wattle flower extract; natural scent & conditioner, low sensitization risk.

Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil

Essential oil providing woody fragrance and skin conditioning; contains allergens, limited by III/122

Boswellia Carterii Oil

Frankincense essential oil; penetrant; high-concentration allergen risk.

Salvia Sclarea Leaf Oil

Geranium leaf oil for perfuming; contains allergens like linalool, monitor concentration to prevent sensitization.

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Disodium EDTA

Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy

Benzoic Acid

Preservative and pH adjuster at 0.1–0.5%; low water solubility, best in acidic media, irritant at high levels.

Xanthan Gum

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

Phenethyl Alcohol

Alcohol with preservative and fragrance properties; 0.5-1%, floral scent, can replace some preservatives

Ethylhexylglycerin

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

Citral

Citral; citrus fragrance component, listed EU allergen, high phototoxicity risk, strict concentration limits apply.

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Linalool

Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin

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