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[ DemythSkin Verdict ]
Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 40
SunscreenBroad-spectrum UV protection
Efficacy
Strong
4.1 / 5.0
Safety
Excellent
4.8 / 5.0
System Verdict
Solid drugstore chemical sunscreen with good UVA/UVB coverage and elegant matte finish, but Homosalate drags down photostability. Efficacy score of 4.1 reflects strong Avobenzone (3%) for UVA paired with Octocrylene (6%) for stability, adequate UVB from Homosalate (12%) and Octisalate (5%), plus lightweight silicone base for non-greasy wear; minor deduction for Homosalate's inherent weakness (SPF 4.3 max alone, loses 10% in 45 min) despite combo compensation, no major pH or packaging flaws[1][4].
Active Ingredients Detected
A Tier: Good BasicsProven Results
AvobenzoneHomosalateOctisalateDimethicone CrosspolymerDimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 CrosspolymerButyrospermum Parkii (Shea) ButterTocopheryl AcetateCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideTocopherol
B Tier: Supporting IngredientsPromising Ingredients
OctocryleneIsododecanePolymethylsilsesquioxaneNeopentyl Glycol DiheptanoatePolyester-7IsohexadecaneJojoba EstersSilicaDicaprylyl Carbonate
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