Sunscreen Lotion - SPF 55+ and PA ++++ | Water Resistant Sunscreen

Why is this different?

This Sunscreen lotion has a very lightweight water resistant formula that spreads well & absorbs quickly into the skin leaving no white cast. It is a broad spectrum formulation with SPF 55+ and PA ++++ & photostable ingredients that provide the necessary sun protection against UV radiations and contains physical sun filters that help in preventing tanning of the skin and sun related ageing and reduces irritation caused due to sun exposure. It  is suitable for dry, normal & combination skin. 

How Does it Work on the Skin?

• Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane provides broad spectrum protection against UV radiations.

• Zinc oxide & Titanium dioxide are physical sun filters that prevent the damage caused by both UVA and UVB rays.

• Niacinamide reduces UV induced irritation & brightens the skin.

• Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate protects from UVB rays of the sun.

• Benzophenone-3  is an organic sunscreen filter that minimizes the damaging effects of UV radiations.

How to use?

• Apply on the skin evenly 20 minutes before stepping out in the sun.
• Reapply when needed for continued protection.

Cetyl Alcohol: It is used as an emollient to prevent drying and chapping of the skin because of its water-binding property.
https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/115_buff3a_suppl.pdf

Isopropyl Myristate: It is used as a moisturizer in cosmetic preparations.
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Isopropyl-myristate.

Niacinamide: A form of Vitamin B3, that reduces melanosome transfer from melanocytes and inhibits excess melanin production to tackle hyperpigmentation and controls oil production.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2921764/

Glycerin: Glycerin is a humectant that improves the skin’s hydration, skin barrier function and skin mechanical properties.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18510666/

Cetostearyl Alcohol: A fatty alcohol that functions as an emulsifier and also imparts a fine texture to the product.
https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/115_buff3a_suppl.pdf

Titanium Dioxide: Titanium dioxide is an inorganic physical sun filter that effectively assures UV protection.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/318776356_Titanium_Dioxide_in_Sunscreen

Phenoxyethanol: It has a large spectrum of antimicrobial activity and has been widely used as a preservative in cosmetic products.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31588615/

Xanthan Gum: It is used as a thickening agent and emulsion stabilizer, and also functions as a skin conditioning agent.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/324819085_XANTHAN_GUM_ITS_BIOPHARMACEUTICAL_APPLICATIONS_AN_OVERVIEW

Zinc Oxide: Zinc oxide is an inorganic skin protecting sun filter that block UV rays and provides sufficient protection against both UVA and UVB radiations.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/355204558_Zinc_Oxide_Induced_Changes_to_Sunscreen_Ingredient_Efficacy_and_Toxicity_Under_UV_Irradiation

Allantoin: It contains good skin soothing, healing and moisturizing properties that helps skin retain more water and thus rebuilds the protective hydrolipid coat.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/289628507_Allantoin_-_Healing_and_anti-inflammatory_properties

Sodium PCA: It is used as a humectant and skin conditioning agent to increase the water content of the top layers of skin.
https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/pca_0.pdf

Tocopherol: It is an antioxidant that also exhibits photoprotective properties.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4976416/

Hyaluronic Acid: A humectant and a skin conditioning agent that provides hydration to the skin.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8347214

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane: It protects against photoaging and tanning of the skin.
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acssuschemeng.0c02735

Benzophenone-3: A potent UV filter used to prevent sunburn and skin damage and as a stabilizer to prevent photo-degradation.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5615097/#:~:text=2.2.-,Benzophenone%2D3,short%20UVA%20rays%20%5B1%5D.

1,3 Butylene Glycol: It is commonly used as a moisturizer in skincare formulations.
https://koreascience.kr/article/JAKO201810760746455.pdf

Phospholipids: They are used technically as surface-active compounds and modulators of skin penetration.
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-030-16573-4_6

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate: It is an excellent sunscreening agent that resists UVB in sunlight owing to its excellent UV absorption curve.
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?fr=352.50

Glyceryl Stearate SE: It is a self-emulsifying agent that is used to form a stable emulsion system.
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/1091581820966951

Sodium Benzoate: It is a sodium salt of benzoic acid and is used in a wide variety of cosmetic products as a preservative.
https://ec.europa.eu/health/ph_risk/committees/04_sccp/docs/sccp_o_015.pdf

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer: It is a polymeric thickener that majorly functions as a primary emulsifier in oil-in-water emulsions.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/274302870_Beyond_Thickening_Use_of_Alkyl_Acrylate_Crosspolymer_in_Personal_Care_Formulations
https://ntp.niehs.nih.gov/ntp/roc/nominations/2013/publiccomm/attachmentcir_508.pdf

Aqua, Cetyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Myristate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Benzophenone-3, 1,3 Butylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Phospholipids, Sodium Benzoate, Xanthan Gum, Zinc Oxide, Allantoin, Sodium PCA, Tocopherol, Hyaluronic Acid

Use it with a serum and a moisturizer according to your skin concern. Follow up with Deconstruct’s Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Lotion for best results.

• Patch testing prior to use is advised

• All products are gender-neutral

• Best suited for individuals above 18 years of age.

This Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Lotion is best suited for :

• Dry skin
• Normal skin
• Combination skin
• Sensitive skin

Use Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Lotion if your concerns are-

• Sun protection
• Prevention of tanning
• Protection against photoaging
• Protects from sunburn causing skin cancer

Shipping

Where do we ship to?

We ship to almost every city in India. We do not offer an international shipping option currently, but we hope to offer it in the future.

How long does an order take to process?

We try to process the orders within 24 working hours, in most cases we try to fulfil the order within 3 working days, but please allow us 7 working days to fulfil the order. Order delivery time may vary during peak periods(after/during product launches, holidays and special promotions)

How long does it take to ship?

We ship all confirmed orders within 24 working hours. You will receive an email once your order is shipped with your tracking number. We work as hard as we can to try to meet your expectations, but sometimes there may be delays – e.g. because of postal/carrier delays, logistics, bad weather, or things out of our control.

How can you track your order?

Once your order has been dispatched from our warehouse, you will receive an email with your tracking information.

Cancellations

You can cancel your orders by writing to us on our Email ID – wecare@thedeconstruct.in or please call us on 080-471-05772 (Monday to Friday, 10AM to 7PM & Saturday 10AM to 4PM)and we will help you in cancelling the order.

How will I receive the refund for my cancelled order?

For prepaid orders, money will be returned to the bank account/credit/debit card or where the payment was made within 7 business working days.We will be able to credit to the original method of payment,we cannot refund to another alternative card.

Please Note: Orders can only be cancelled before they are shipped.

Returns and Refund

Thank you for shopping at The Deconstruct. We have made all our products with utmost care and deep scientific knowledge with an understanding of most skin types. If you are still not completely satisfied with a purchase, please reach out to us and we will put all our efforts to help you.

We offer refund / replacement only in following cases:

1. Wrong product delivered
2. Expired product delivered
3. Damaged product delivered – Physical damage/ tampered product or packaging.
4. Missing product

Step 1 – Raise a request within 2 days from the date of delivery through Email –
wecare@thedeconstruct.in or on Whatsapp at +919398249040 with the pictures of the issue
you are facing and your order ID.

Step 2 – Allow us 48 working hours to review your request.

Step 3 – On reviewing your request, we will send our courier partner to collect the product delivered to you.

Step 4 – After your product(s) is received, we will verify it and initiate the replacement or refund accordingly.

Under what conditions return/ replacement requests will not be accepted?

• Opened/used/altered products.
• Original packaging (mono cartons, labels, etc.) missing.
• The return/replacement request is generated after 2 days from the date of delivery.
• The damaged/ missing product is reported after 2 days from the date of delivery.
• Update received as product delivered but product not received and if reported after 24 hours from the time of delivery.

1. What are the main active ingredients in Sunscreen Lotion?
   The main active ingredients in Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Lotion are, 
   
   Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane provides broad spectrum protection against UV radiations.
   Zinc oxide & Titanium dioxide are physical sun filters that prevent the damage caused by both UVA and UVB rays.
   Niacinamide reduces UV induced irritation & brightens the skin.
   Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate protects from UVB rays of the sun.
   Benzophenone-3 is an organic sunscreen filter that minimizes the damaging effects of UV radiations.
2. What does the Sunscreen Lotion do?
   Sunscreen Lotion is a lightweight  sunscreen lotion that absorbs quickly into the skin leaving no white cast and also helps in reducing irritation caused due to sun exposure.
   It protects from the sun's ultraviolet rays i.e. both UVA and UVB rays.
   It acts as a protective barrier for sun exposed skin and helps in preventing tanning of the skin, sun related ageing, risk of skin cancer and dark spots caused by sun.
   It also keeps your skin hydrated.
3. Can Sunscreen Lotion be used by acne-prone skin? 
   Yes, Sunscreen Lotion is a lightweight lotion that can be used by acne-prone skin.
4. How to use Sunscreen Lotion?
   Apply on the skin evenly 20 minutes before stepping out in the sun.
   Reapply when needed for continued protection.
5. What is SPF value?
   SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor, a numerical value which measures how well a sunscreen protects from UVB rays. A sunscreen with higher SPF values offers more protection against sunburns, UVA rays and DNA damage as compared to those with lower SPF values. For example,
   SPF 15 - provides 93% UV protection
   SPF 30 - provides 97% UV protection
   SPF 50 - provides 98% UV protection
   Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6736991/
6. What is PA rating?
   PA rating describes how well a sunscreen protects from UVA rays that can cause aging. The term PA stands for Protection Grade of UVA. It is usually followed by + indicating how much the sunscreen protects from UVA rays. There are 4 ratings done to confirm this protection as per below:
   PA+ = Some UVA protection
   PA++ = Moderate UVA protection
   PA+++ = High UVA protection
   PA++++ = Extremely high UVA protection
7. What are UV Rays? What are UVA and UVB rays? How do they affect the skin?UV radiations are a form of electromagnetic radiation that come from natural sources such as sunlight, or from artificial sources such as tanning beds and lasers. There are 3 types of UV rays viz. UVA, UVB, UVC. UVC is filtered out by the ozone layer and doesn’t reach the earth surface. UVB reaches/penetrates the epidermis (upper layer of skin surface) and UVA penetrates the till hypodermis (deeper layer of skin). These rays can cause tanning, burning, redness, premature ageing and cancer.
8. What is the difference between physical and chemical sunscreen? Is Sunscreen Lotion physical or chemical based?/ How do chemical and mineral sunscreens work?
   A physical sunscreen is the one that forms a layer on the top of the skin and blocks or reflects the UV rays.
   
   A chemical sunscreen on the other hand contains chemical UV filters which work by absorbing UV rays, converting them into heat and release from the skin surface.
   
   Deconstruct Sunscreen Lotion is a hybrid sunscreen that contains both chemical and physical UV filters meaning, that it combines the UV reflecting properties of physical filters and UV absorbing and altering properties of chemical filters, thus making it more effective because it offers more of UVA & UVB protection when combined.
9. Should I use sunscreen only in the summer?
   No, Sunscreen should be used everyday and should be a part of your daily skincare regimen, not just in summer. You are exposed to UV radiations everyday when you step out. Hence, applying sunscreen is mandatory despite the season.
10. What is a broad spectrum sunscreen?
    A broad spectrum SPF sunscreen is the one that protects from both UVA and UVB radiations of sun.
11. How often should I put on sunscreen?
    You can reapply sunscreen as and when needed. But if you are outdoors make sure to reapply it every two hours for added protection.
12. When should I apply sunscreen?
    Sunscreen should be applied as the last step of your skincare routine. You can apply sunscreen after you have put on your moisturizer.
13. How much quantity of sunscreen should I put on my face and neck?
    You should be using the sunscreen in the quantity equivalent to two finger lengths for your face and neck.
14. Can I apply makeup over sunscreen? Will it cause any pilling?
    Yes, you can put on make up after applying sunscreen on your face. Applying makeup above sunscreen will not cause any pilling. Just make sure that the sunscreen sits well on your skin for about 5 minutes and then apply make-up.
15. Which Deconstruct products can I use with Deconstruct Sunscreen Lotion?
    You can use all the face washes and moisturizers with Deconstruct Sunscreen lotion. You can definitely use vitamin C serum.
16. Is it safe to use Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate?
    Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (or octinoxate) is generally considered safe to be used in sunscreens but should be avoided during pregnancy and lactation period.
    The concentration approved by the FDA is upto 7.5% and we are using it at a much lesser concentration than the approved percentage.
17. Is it safe to use Benzophenone-3 ?
    Benzophenone-3 is generally considered safe to be used in sunscreens but should be avoided during pregnancy and lactation period.
    The concentrations approved by FDA is upto 6% and we are using it at a much lesser concentration than the approved percentage to prevent the risk of skin reaction. 
18. Is Sunscreen Lotion safe to use for a pregnant and/ or a lactating/ nursing mother?
    The Sunscreen Lotion should be avoided by pregnant/lactating/nursing mothers.
19. Is Sunscreen Lotion safe to use for a teenager?
    Yes, it is safe to use for all age groups above 18+.
    Patch testing prior to use is advised.
20. Is the product certified (spf testing)?
    Yes, our product is certified. You can find the document on the listing images of our website.
21. Is your sunscreen water resistant?
    Yes, our Sunscreen Lotion is water resistant and is suitable for doing water-based activities such as swimming. However, reapply the sunscreen later for continued protection.
22. Is Sunscreen Lotion non comedogenic?
    Our Sunscreen Lotion is lightweight moisturizing sunscreen lotion in which the majority of the ingredients are non comedogenic.
23. What is sunscreen lotion used for?
    This lightweight moisturizing sunscreen lotion is used to protect your skin from harmful UV radiations of the sun, to prevent tanning, sun-related ageing and UV induced pigmentation.
24. Is sunscreen lotion good for face?
    Yes, sunscreen lotion is good to use on your face.
25. Can we apply sunscreen lotion everyday?
    Yes, you should apply sunscreen lotion everyday irrespective of the season and whether you are staying indoors or outdoors to protect your skin from the sun.
26. How often should you reapply sunscreen lotion?
    It is recommended to apply sunscreen lotion every 2-3 hours for sun protection.
27. What to look for in a sunscreen lotion?
    You should always look for SPF and PA rating in sunscreen lotion before making the purchase. You should also look for the sunscreen chemical ingredients and see if these are safe for your skin type.
28. Is it bad to use moisturizing cream and sunscreen lotion at the same time?
    It is very important to moisturize your skin everyday and before using a sunscreen to keep your skin moisturised, soft and supple that works well for all skin types, especially dry skin. You can definitely use a moisturizing cream before putting on your sunscreen.
29. What should I do if my sunscreen lotion melts off from my oily face in summers?
    We would recommend to use our Gel Sunscreen if you have oily skin type. 
30. What skin types can use this Sunscreen Lotion? 
    Sunscreen Lotion can be used by normal, combination and dry skin type.