SPF 30 Vitamin Face Cream
SPF 30 Vitamin Face Cream
Mineral Sunscreen
With Encapsulated Glacier Water, Snow Algae, Astaxanthin, Prebiotics +Vitamin B3 & E + Pro-Vits B5 & D3
We believe your SPF should work hard for you which is why we've formulated a hard-working daily sunscreen super-boosted with actives that will benefit sun exposed skin. This 100% mineral, marine friendly, broad-spectrum daily defence SPF 30, has cooling hydra-protect technology, potent anti-oxidant, health boosting & calming properties.
Please note: unfortunately we are unable to ship this product to the USA & Canada.Â
Best for
All skin types, tones and ages.
Key benefits
Key benefits
- 100% Mineral SPF - Titanium Dioxide & Zinc Oxide for UVA & UVB protection.
- Marine friendly.
- Cooling & calming.
- Hydrating.
- Supports skin Microbiome
- Protects against collagen degradation.
- Evens skin tone.
- Helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
Key actives
Key actives
Encapsulated Swiss Glacier Water cools to protect against heat stress and provides deep, 24 hour, hydration.
Snow Algae is known for surviving harsh alpine conditions and helps protect against collagen degradation.
Vitamin E, Encapsulated Astaxanthin & Malachite Complex protect against cellular damage from free radicals and pollution.
Pro-Vitamin D3 converts to Vitamin D, essential for skin health and cell immunity.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) helps protect against hyper-pigmentation to keep skin tone even, while supporting the barrier function, conditioning and firming.
Our superior blend of mixed molecular weight Hyaluronic Acid plumps and hydrates.
Pro-Vitamin B5 conditions.
Pentapeptide-59, Defensil and Horse Chestnut soothe and calm.
MSM reduces the appearance of fine lines.
Prebiotic Oligosaccharide stimulates the skin’s defence barrier to protect its microflora.
Awards & press
Awards & press
Beauty Shortlist Awards 2021 - Best Beauty Breakthrough SPF
Smell and feel
Smell and feel
A very mild, neroli based smell. Lotion texture.
How to use
How to use
Apply a finger length to face and neck, over moisturiser or serums. Re-apply regularly in strong sunlight and after swimming.
CAUTION: Avoid direct eye contact. If contact occurs rinse with water.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Aqua (Water), Zinc Oxide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lauryl Laurate, Propanediol, Octyldodecanol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Titanium Dioxide, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Panthenol (Provitamin B5), Dimethyl Sulfone (MSM), Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Inulin, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Bakuchiol, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract (Astaxanthin), Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Alpha Glucan Oligosaccharide, Pentapeptide-59, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Seed Extract, Aluminum Stearate, 7-Dehydrocholesterol (Provitamin D3), Malachite Extract, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Saccharomyces Lysate Extract, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract, Xanthan Gum, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Coenochloris Signiensis (Snow Algae) Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Alumina, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Citrus Aurantium (Neroli) Flower Oil, Lecithin, Maltodextrin, Isostearic Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Alcohol, Sclerotium Gum, Pullulan, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Levulinate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Gluconolactone, Sodium Anisate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, 1,2-Hexandiol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Silica, Linalool*, Limonene*, Farnesol*, Geraniol*IN Index = 99.36%Contains Pro-Vitamin D3 from lanolin.
* Natural components of essential oils. Natural formula. Contains no chemical sunscreens. Contains 99.34% natural and natural origin ingredients. As calculated in accordance with ISO16128.
Contains Pro-Vitamin D3 from lanolin. Not suitable for vegans.
OSKIA Facial SPF30 contains 1.75% Titianium Dioxide and 21.8% Zinc Oxide.
EU regulations state that a product must have at least a UVB/UVA ration of 1:3.
Our product goes well beyond this.
Total SPF (UVB & UVA protection) = 30
UVA SPF = 15.29
51% of the SPF factor is UVA protection
Critical wavelength = 373.7nm
UVB/UVA Ratio = 1:9
According to the PA scale, our product is estimated at PA4
Intentional Nutrients
Nutritional skincare
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Astaxanthin
Is a bright red carotenoid found throughout nature. A super anti-oxidant 6,000 times more powerful than Vitamin C and 550 times more powerful than Vitamin E. Sourced from micro algae, it gives prawns and flamingos their bright pink colour. Astaxanthin has been proven to have a positive effect on collagen production but also sun protection.
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Echium Plantagineum Seed Extract
A skin-conditioning active that normalizes sensitive skin by immediately soothing irritated, inflamed and red skin with long-lasting, constant action with three active principles. Cardiospermum (Echium), rich in Omega 3, harmonizes and protects irritated skin and is effective against itchy and allergic inflammation. The stearidonic acid present in echium oil protects and strengthens the skin barrier and has an inflammation inhibitory effect. The unsaponified parts of the sunflower oil provide phytosterole, tocopherole and squale.
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Horse Chestnut
Extracted from a very British native tree, Horse Chestnut extract provides fantastic anti-inflammatory and cell protective benefits. Its main compound is escin, which helps strengthen capillary walls, promotes cell renewal and micro-circulation.
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Hyaluronic Acid
Used for its exceptional ability to retain moisture, holding up to 1,000 times its weight in water, which keeps the skin well-hydrated and plump. Reduces appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and promotes a smoother, more youthful complexion.
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Malachite
An important mineral for environmentally stressed skin by acting as an anti-oxidant and powerful detoxifier through the stimulation of glutathione reductase (considered the body’s most important cellular antioxidant). Rich in copper with a strong protective and radical scavenging activity, as well as a powerful detoxifying action, combats daily stresses and soothes.
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Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide)
Improves skin hydration, elasticity, barrier function and skin tone. Improves skin health by reducing inflammation, minimizing pore size and addressing issues like acne and hyperpigmentation. Reduces water loss by 24% in 4 weeks, boosts fatty acid and ceramides by 67% and 34% respectively; stimulates new fibroblasts by 20% and collagen secretion by 54%; inhibits pigmentation by 68%.
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Omegas 3, 6 & 9
Essential Fatty Acids that boost lipid content and aid repair of the skin’s barrier function, protecting delicate skin and increasing hydration to increase softness and elasticity.
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Pentapeptide 59
A biomimetic (copy of a natural compound) peptide that is based on a sea anemone protein which instantly calms sensitive skin and reduces irritation and itching. It works by inhibiting the pain receptor TRPV1.
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Prebiotic Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
OSKIA use a powerful, patented, prebiotic complex, a combination of Inulin (from Chicory Root) and Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide (from natural sugars), proven to help maintain and support the skin's natural microflora by stimulating our beneficial microflora to the disadvantage to the hostile organism (targeted feeding) and maintaining the skin conditions necessary for the growth of useful organisms.
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Pro-Vitamin D3
A naturally-occurring active essential for the synthesis of Vitamin D which plays a crucial role in skin health. Helps regulate cell growth and differentiation, contributing to a smoother and healthier complexion. Supports the skin's natural defence mechanisms, reducing the risk of infections and inflammation. Furthermore, it aids in the synthesis of collagen, promoting skin elasticity and minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
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Encapsulated Swiss Glacier Water
An instantly refreshing, cooling liposomal preparation of Swiss glacier water to deeply hydrate the skin. The glacier water is encapsulated by lecithin molecules, which ensure that the moisture is carried into the deeper layers of the epidermis offering 24 hour hydration and a feeling of purity and freshness.
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Titanium Dioxide
Also known as titanium (IV) oxide or titania, is a naturally occurring oxide of titanium, chemical formula TiO2. Used in skincare as a natural mineral pigment (pigments are classified with numbers), a thickener or a UV barrier in sun care.
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Vitamin E
With anti-oxidant and calming properties, Vitamin E is beneficial in helping prevent the signs of premature ageing through protecting the skin from environmental pollution, protecting against UV radiation and powerful anti-inflammatory action.
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Algae
Algae-derived ingredients in skincare is known for it's moisturizing, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. They can help hydrate the skin, improve its texture, and protect against environmental damage.
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Glycerides
Lipids or fatty compounds that are commonly used in skincare products for their moisturising and emollient properties. They support the skin's natural barrier function, helping to prevent moisture loss and protect the skin from external irritants.
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Vitamin B5 (Panthenol)
An excellent skin softener and conditioner providing suppleness and hydration to irritated skin or dry hair. Stimulates skin cellular proliferation and help tissue repair. It also protects the skin against sunburn and acts as a humectant, holding water within the product or attracting water from the environment.