Is Bioderma sunscreen physical or chemical
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Having sensitive skin means obsessing over every ingredient. In addition to that, trying to find products that work and are also fairly prices can be quite tricky.
This is particularly true for SPF – the widely used chemical filters are, in fact, not at all suitable for sensitive skin. The easy solution to this problem is to choose a sunscreen formulated with mineral filters. But not every mineral sunscreen is created equal and it’s important to always read the full list of ingredients
before buying. Chemical and mineral filters work in two different ways. While chemical filters get absorbed by the skin, they break down the rays and release them as heat. On the other hand, mineral filters sit on top of the skin and work as a mirror, reflecting the rays away from the body so they don’t
get absorbed at all. In general, mineral sunscreens are better for humans but also for the environment. For example, ingredients like oxybenzone and octinoxate – that are often present in sunscreens that use chemical filters – have been banned from places like Hawaii because they are believed to be harmful to the coral reef.
When it comes to sunscreen, the ingredients on the bottle are the most important thing to look at. Beware of the word natural on a package and make sure you do your research before buying, especially if you have sensitive skin. Bioderma Photoderm Mineral sunscreen uses 100% of mineral
filters and it’s effective on both UVA and UVB rays. Especially compared to most mineral sunscreens – that tend to leave a white cast on the skin and are often not very pleasant to wear – the formula is extremely impressive. The sunscreen is light and easy to apply, doesn’t leave a white cast on the skin and has a very slight perfume that is not at all disturbing. It dries very quickly and makes the skin soft to the touch. Definitely one of the best mineral sunscreen options out there, at a very reasonable price. Buy Bioderma Photoderm Mineral sunscreen here. Affiliate Disclosure: I receive a small commission for purchases made via affiliate links. I have a huge love of French sunscreens – while they tend to be a bit greasier than Japanese sunscreens like Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence, the SPF and UVA protection (measured by PPD) is top notch. This time, I’m reviewing products from two of the highest protection sunscreen ranges available – Bioderma Photoderm Max and La Roche-Posay Anthelios. Bioderma Photoderm Max Milk (Lait) and Max Ultra Fluid SPF 50+ PPD 42Bioderma’s Photoderm Max range has ridiculously high PPD (UVA protection) values – greater than 40, compared to Japan’s highest PA++++ which translates to around PPD 16+. The main difference between the Bioderma sunscreens is texture. Bioderma Photoderm Max Milk (Lait) is a slightly runny cream that feels like a regular body sunscreen, while Bioderma Photoderm Max Ultra Fluid is a runny liquid (there’s also the Cream and Aquafluid available). I much prefer the Milk, which rubs in reasonably well on my skin, though it leaves a slightly tacky layer that goes away when I douse it with some translucent powder. The Ultra Fluid claims to have a “non-oily texture” but on my oily skin it just feels like straight-up oil. It contains a lot of cyclopentasiloxane, and silicones have never played well with my skin so I really should’ve known better. If your skin likes silicones, you might have better luck. They’re also both fragrance free and paraben free, if you’re sensitive to either of these. As with most European sunscreens, the full ingredient listings can be easily found on the packaging or online. The catch is… they’re not available in Australia, and as far as I know Bioderma have no plans to bring the Photoderm line here. Boo! I’m guessing the reason is that Australian sunscreen regulations are very stringent due to our crazy UV levels and thin ozone (lots of in vivo tests on human volunteers required), so it’s pretty expensive to get new sunscreen products approved. It’s available in the US and in Europe, and it’s very reasonably priced in France. Load up if you or a friend go on holiday there!
Bioderma Photoderm Max Lait SPF 50+ PPD 42 ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Octocrylene, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Cyclopentasiloxane, C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Mannitol, Xylitol, Rhamnose, Fructooligosaccharides, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, C20-22 Alcohols, Decyl Glucoside, Cyclohexasiloxane, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ectoin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol. Bioderma Photoderm Max Ultra Fluide SPF 50+ PPD 42 ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Octocrylene, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Glycerin, Isononyl Isononanoate, Propylene Glycol, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Ectoin, Mannitol, Xylitol, Rhamnose, Fructooligosaccharides, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Citrate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, Propylene Carbonate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.  La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Cream SPF 60La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Cream is a French sunscreen that’s actually available in the US. Weirdly enough, “Melt-In Cream” (Crème Fondante) isn’t easy to find in France for some reason, despite me looking in every freaking pharmacy I walked past and seeing 10 other LRP sunscreens. The Melt-In Cream has a great texture – it’s a lot like a thick moisturiser without feeling like it’s all sitting on top of the skin after you finish applying it. It’s still a bit sticky though, so I’d recommend putting powder on top. I didn’t have a massive problem with white cast but there’s 4.15% titanium dioxide so darker skin could have problems there. The Canadian version has a PPD (UVA protection factor) of 42. Interestingly, even though there’s often a known PPD value for Australian sunscreens, they’re not allowed to publicise it due to some weird regulation (which I hope goes away soon, because I’m sure lots of people are like me and like exact values for things like how much wrinkle prevention a sunscreen gives). Active: Octocrylene 10%, Titanium Dioxide 4.15%, Avobenzone 3.5%, Drometrizole Trisiloxane (Mexoryl XL) 3%, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid (Mexoryl SX) 3%.
This post contains affiliate links – if you decide to click through and support Lab Muffin financially (at no extra cost to you), thank you! For more information, see Disclosure Policy. Last updated: June 30, 2022 at 22:35 pm Which bioderma sunscreen is best for dry skin?Bioderma Photoderm Creme SPF 50+ is a hydrating daily wear sunscreen that safely protects against sunburn, prevents sun intolerance reactions, and combats premature skin ageing. Suitable for dry or sensitive skin.
Is bioderma a mineral?100% mineral. Tailored for intolerant skin. UVA & UVB protection.
Which bioderma sunscreen is best for acne prone skin?Photoderm AKN Mat SPF 30 is a face sunscreen fluid that prevents the appearance of blemishes while guaranteeing a very high UVA/UVB protection.
What is bioderma photoderm?Product Overview. Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray 200ml very high protection face and bodysuits sensitive skins. This spray is a unique association of dermatological filtres anti-UVA and anti-UVB and of the patented Cellular Bioprotection which offer optimal protection against the harms of UV.
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