# Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30

###  **Quick Product Notes**

######  Paraben-Free 

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains a SkinCarisma flagged Paraben 

#####  Understanding Parabens 

Parabens are a large group of preservatives which are used to prevent bacteria growing in cosmetic formulations. There has been some healthy controversy surrounding them due to a few studies finding paraben presence in breast tumours and breast tissue. However, the majority of the scientific community have deemed these findings non-conclusive due to the limitations of these studies. There's still a lot of support for avoiding parabens following the better safe than sorry route. If you do we completely support you! If you are concerned about the health safety of parabens, then feel free to avoid them by looking out for the Paraben-Free icon. If not, don't worry about it - they do have had one of the longest safety records as preservatives! 

##### Which Ingredients are classified as Paraben?

A product will be paraben-free if it does not contain any of the following parabens: 

  * Sodium Isobutylparaben
  * Sodium Ethylparaben
  * Sodium Butylparaben
  * Propylparaben
  * Isopropylparaben
  * Isobutylparaben
  * Sodium Propylparaben
  * Butylparaben
  * Ethylparaben
  * Sodium Methylparaben
  * Methylparaben



######  Sulfate-Free

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains a SkinCarisma flagged Sulfate 

#####  Understanding Sulfates 

Sulfates are a large group of ingredients which act as cleansing agents in Cosmetics. They help loosen up the dirt and grime from your skin and hair to allow for water to wash it away with ease. However some sulfates are so good at their job, they can wash off your skin’s own natural oils that keep it moisturised and protected which can lead to dryness and irritation. Most people will find no issues with sulfate, however if you find your skin doesn't like sulfates then free feel to avoid them by looking out for the sulfate-free icon on Skincarisma. 

##### Which ingredients are classified as sulfates?

We've taken the Sulfates which are considered more harsh for our Sulfate-Free status. A product will be Sulfate-Free if it does not contain any of the following Sulfates: 

  * TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
  * Ammonium Laureth Sulfate
  * Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
  * PEG-15 Cocamine
  * Sodium Laureth Sulfate
  * Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate
  * Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
  * Dioctyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
  * Ammonium Xylenesulfonate
  * Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
  * Sodium Xylenesulfonate
  * Sodium Myreth Sulfate
  * Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate



######  Alcohol-Free 

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains a SkinCarisma flagged Alcohol 

#####  Understanding Simple Alcohols 

Alcohol ingredients are widely used in cosmetics and come in different types. For the most part alcohols are not problematic at all. However one type of alcohols, simple alcohols can be quite drying to the skin because it evaporates very quickly. This can cause irritation which can also lead to other skin complications. These alcohols should never be used alone on your skin, but combined with other cosmetic ingredients, they are normally without issue. However, for some people with sensitive and easily irritable skin, avoiding products with these simple alcohols may be beneficial. If you find your skin doesn't like these simple alcohols, then free feel to avoid them by looking out for the Alcohol-Free icon. 

##### Which Ingredients are classified as Alcohol?

A product will be alcohol-free if it does not contain any of the following alcohol ingredients: 

  * SD Alcohol
  * Alcohol Denat
  * Isopropyl Alcohol
  * Alcohol



######  Silicone-Free 

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 is free from SkinCarisma flagged Silicones 

#####  Understanding Silicones 

If you've ever used a skincare, makeup or beauty product that's made your skin look and feel smoother tempoarily - it's likely contained Silicone. They are a popular class of ingredients found in cosmetics due to their smooth, soft, easy-to-spread and smooth properties that help creates an artificial layer/barrier on top of skin or hair (commonly found in conditioners). 

For the same reasons they are popularly used, they are also commonly avoided. Anecdotally, many individuals have reported that Silicones cause/excerbate breakouts, irritation, cause a feeling of skin being unable to breathe, cause clumping of cosmetic products and find it difficult to wash off. As a result, those who find them problematic are avoiding them and increasingly, cosmetic companies are avoiding them as well. 

If you have had bad experiences with Silicones in the past, or suspect they are problematic then look out for the tick on the Silicone-free label. 

##### Disclaimer

The Silicone-free label only includes the most common Silicone ingredients that have indentified been reported by individuals that could potentially cause issues. 

These include: Amodimethicone, Behenoxy Dimethicone, Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Cetearyl Methicone, Cetyl Dimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Copolyol, Dimethiconol, Methicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Stearoxy Dimethicone, Stearyl Dimethicone, Trimethylsilylamodimethicone. 

Note, that this does not include all ingredients part of the Silicone class of ingredients. 

######  EU Allergen-Free 

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains a SkinCarisma flagged Allergen 

#####  Understanding the Identified Contact Allergens 

The EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has identified and established 26 cosmetic ingredients that are likely contact allergens (potential to cause skin allergies) as demonstrated in clinical or epidemiological studies. The EU's SCCS have recommend cosmetic companies to disclose them on the labels if used and in cases where the concentration exceeds 0.001% in leave-on products and 0.01% in rinse-off products, then they must be labelled. 

Look out for the tick on the EU-Allergen free label to know your cosmetic is free from any of the 26 identified cosmetic ingredients. 

##### Disclaimer

The EU Allergen Free label is for the 26 ingredients identified by the EU SCCS and products will be only flagged if a suspected ingredient is on it's ingredient list. It is possible for cosmetics to contain one of the suspect ingredients without it appearing on the ingredient list due to it not reaching the concentration threshold to disclose it and cosmetic manufacturers choice to not disclose it. 

######  Fungal Acne (Malassezia) Safe 

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 is free from SkinCarisma flagged potentially Fungal-Acne feeding Ingredients 

#####  Understanding Fungal Acne (Pityrosporum Folliculitis/Malassezia Folliculitis) 

Pityrosporum Folliculitis/Malassezia folliculitis or simply known as Fungal Acne is a persistent acne-like condition that commonly responds poorly to traditional acne-treating methods. Unlike most cases of Acne where bacteria is the culprit, Fungi is the culprit of Fungal Acne (Hence the name!). There are certain classes & groups of ingredients that have been shown to promote and feed the growth of the Fungal Acne, Fungi such as fatty acids, oils, esters, polysorbates and fermented ingredients. 

##### Please Read: How to use the Fungal Acne (Malassezia) Label

At SkinCarisma, we've done our best to identify as many ingredients as possible but note the fungal-free label may not be 100% accurate due to the complexconditions and combination of ingredients that malezzeria can thrive on. 

Additionally, products that may contain ingredients that have shown to feed Malassezia may not neccessarily exacerbate the condition due to concentration of ingredient used in the product, this information is simply not available on the products. 

As a result, please note this is only an experimental label that can be best used to possible identify problematic products you have used in the past. It is in no way a perfect identifier nor a predictor in whether or not it will exacerbate or cause fungal acne. It will continue to be worked on as more information and research comes to light. 

##### Disclaimer

Due to the lack of substantial research into this area it is very likely there are other ingredients and class/groups of ingredients that could feed Fungal Acne which have not been indentified. 

###  **Notable Effects & Ingredients**

#####  Promotes Wound Healing 

Wound healing ingredients can come useful in skincare as they can help with the skins repairing and regeneration process. For example, freshly popped pimples can be considered as small wounds that your skin will need the repair and regenerate. A stronger repairing process will mean less likelihood of scarring leaving behind marks, so if you’re looking for that extra boost – keep an eye out for the wound healing badge.

#####  UV Protection 

Suncare is a crucial part of good skincare. The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can damage our skin cell’s DNA which is a big cause of aging skin (fine lines, wrinkles), dark spots and at worse skin cancer. If a product contains the UV protection badge, it means it offers protection from UV rays.

**UV Protection** from  4  Ingredient(s): 

Octocrylene  Benzophenone-2  Ethylhexyl Salicylate  Homosalate 

#####  Acne-Fighting 

Everyone should be familiar with acne! From blackheads, whiteheads and pimples – acne-fighting ingredients can help treat these conditions through different mechanisms. Either through being anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-irritants, sebum regulating or chemically exfoliating. If a product contains an Acne-fighting badge, it will most likely do one of the above!

**Acne-Fighting** from  1  Ingredient(s): 

Retinol 

#####  Brightening 

If you’re looking for products to help lighten skin texture, dark spots and fade PIH (Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation) then look for those with the brightening badge. Different types of Brightening ingredients work through different mechanisms to help achieve the brightening goals.  
  
Note: Often in Asian cosmetics you will see the term whitening instead of brightening, but in most cases, they mean the same thing.

**Brightening** from  1  Ingredient(s): 

Retinol 

#####  Anti-Aging 

Aging skin is a complicated topic and we always say that prevention is the best cure. Using sunscreen is the best way to slow down your skin’s natural aging process to prevent your skin’s DNA from being damaged by UV rays.

That being said, signs of aging skin are inevitable and there are ingredients that have been proven to help with reducing signs of fine lines, wrinkles, sagginess, loss of firmness & etc. You may find that a lot of the anti-aging ingredients are anti-oxidants, this is because they can help fight off the free radicals (molecules that cause damage to our skin’s DNA and cause aging).

If you’re looking to reduce the signs of aging, keep your eye out for products with the Anti-Aging badge.

**Anti-Aging** from  1  Ingredient(s): 

Retinol 

###  **Ingredients Related to Skin Type**  


 _Click on the arrow next to the Skin Type! Green = Good & Red = Bad_

_Dry Skin_

2 

_Oily Skin_

None 

_Sensitive Skin_

1 

**Product Ingredient Safety Breakdown (EWG Rating Ratings)**

  * Low Risk
  * Moderate Risk
  * High Risk
  * Unknown



75% 

16% 

6% 

3% 

## Product Ingredient List

EWG | CIR | Ingredient Name & Cosmetic Functions | Notes  
---|---|---|---  
4 |  A |  Benzophenone-2   
(Masking, Fragrance, Uv Absorber)  |    
UV Protection  
4 |  |  Ethylhexyl Salicylate   
(Uv Absorber, Uv Filter)  |    
UV Protection  
4 |  |  Homosalate   
(Skin Conditioning, Fragrance, Uv Absorber, Sunscreen Agent, Uv Filter)  |    
UV Protection  
3 |  |  Octocrylene   
(Uv Absorber, Sunscreen Agent, Uv Filter)  |    
UV Protection  
1 |  |  Water   
(Solvent)