Aqualogica Illuminate+ Dewy Sunscreen: Dermatocare review
Aqualogica Illuminate+ Dewy Sunscreen is non-tinted, built on 2 new-gen + 4 old-gen + 0 mineral filters, and covers UVB, UVA, Pollution Support, but not Blue light, Visible light, Infra-Red. It's aligned to dry, combination/normal non-sensitive skin for preventing ageing/tanning. In-vivo test published for SPF 50 and PA rating PA++++.
Overview
Skin type Dry, Combination/Normal
Skin concern Uneven dull skin, Fine lines/Wrinkles, No skin issues(18-25 years)
Key Ingredients Mexoryl SX, Tinosorb M, Avobenzone, Ensulizole, Octinoxate, Octisalate
Specs Affordable, Fragrance Free, Has silicone
Coverage In vivo, UVB, UVA, Pollution Support
Life stage
Formula highlight
- New generation chemical filters - Mexoryl SX, Tinosorb M
- Old chemical filters - Avobenzone, Ensulizole, Octinoxate, Octisalate
- Mineral filters - None
- Not Tinted
- Brightening ingredient - Alpha Arbutin
- Barrier repair ingredients - five ceramides, Niacinamide
- Hydrating ingredient - Hyaluronic Acid
- Soothing ingredient - Panthenol
Keep in mind
- Contains Octinoxate which is listed in our Ingredients Under Review database.
- No visible or blue light protection, and does not cover IR.
People also ask
This product complies with all applicable cosmetic safety regulations. Evaluations provided are based on Dermatocare's independent database criteria, which apply stricter benchmarks than standard regulatory guidelines.
Sensitive skin Cautious use: Contains ingredients flagged in our database as common contact sensitizers. Performing a 24-hour patch test is recommended prior to use.
Pregnancy: Consult Doctor - Contains Avobenzone, Octinoxate, Ensulizole, which are flagged on our Pregnancy Ingredient Database. Please consult your physician before using this product.
Teens Caution: Compliant with general cosmetic safety standards, but contains ingredients that may be unnecessary or unsuitable for teen skin (such as potent actives, old chemical filters, ingredients under review). A simpler, minimalist formula may be a better fit. Refer to our Teen Skincare Guide for full details.
Yes. It contains ingredients currently flagged under Dermatocare's internal evaluation criteria. Refer to our Ingredients Under Review Guide for full database benchmarks.
Yes. It contains ingredients evaluated under our database criteria for environmental persistence, bioaccumulation, or aquatic toxicity concerns. Refer to our Environmental Screening Guide for full evaluation benchmarks.
Apply a coin-sized amount as the final step of your morning skincare routine before makeup, and reapply every 2 hours when outdoors. For detailed tips on amounts, reapplication, and ingredient pairing, read our Sunscreens Guide.
Ingredient list
Aqua, Isododecane, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Propylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Glycerin, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Decyl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Alpha Arbutin, Triethanolamine, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP copolymer, Tapioca Starch, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Dimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. Glyceryl Glucoside, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glyceryl Stearate, Niacinamide, Biosaccharide gum-4, 1,2- Hexanediol, Wild Berries, Polyester-7, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Gluconate, Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Cetyl- PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NG, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AS, Ceramide AP, Panthenol, Butylated Hydroxy Toluene and Tocopheryl Acetate.
Source: https://aqualogica.in/products/illuminate-dewy-sunscreen-spf-50-pa-with-wild-berries-alpha-arbutin-80-g
Date: 20 August 2026
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