Deconstruct 5% Vitamin C Gel Sunscreen: Dermatocare review
Deconstruct 5% Vitamin C Gel Sunscreen is a non-tinted gel, built on 4 new-gen + 1 old-gen + 0 mineral filters, and covers UVB, UVA, but not Blue light, Visible light, Infra-Red, Pollution Support. It's aligned to dry, combination/normal 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), Rosacea/Sensitive skin
Key Ingredients Tinosorb M, Tinosorb S, Uvinul A Plus, Uvinul T 150, Octisalate
Specs Affordable, Fragrance Free, Silicone free
Coverage In vivo, UVB, UVA
Life stage
Formula highlight
- New generation chemical filters - Tinosorb M, Tinosorb S, Uvinul A Plus, Uvinul T 150
- Old chemical filter - Octisalate
- Mineral filters - None
- Not Tinted
- Antioxidant ingredients - 3-O Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol
Keep in mind
- No visible or blue light protection, and does not cover IR or pollution.
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 Compatible: Does not contain ingredients flagged in our database as common contact sensitizers. While this aligns with our sensitive skin benchmarks, individual skin reactivity varies. Performing a 24-hour patch test prior to use is still recommended.
Pregnancy: Consult Doctor - Contains Octisalate, which is 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.
No. It does not contain any 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, C12-C15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Phospholipids, Polysorbate 80, 1,3-Butylene Glycol, 3-O Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glycerin, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Decyl Glucoside, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Octyl Salicylate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate (and) Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer (and) Squalane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Sodium Carbomer, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Phenoxyethanol (and) Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrated Silica, Sodium Gluconate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Beta-Carotene, Tocopherol, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Triethanolamine.
Source: https://thedeconstruct.in/products/vitamin-c-gel-sunscreen
Date: 2 September 2026
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