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Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen stands out with its comprehensive clinical backing and transparent ingredient disclosure, making it a highly trustworthy choice for daily sun and environmental protection.
₹395 • Analysed 9 October 2026
The Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen is well-suited for the Indian climate, offering high SPF 50+ PA++++ protection against intense UV radiation and proven defense against urban pollution. Its lightweight, non-greasy, and no-white-cast formula addresses common concerns for Indian skin types, especially in humid conditions. The brand's extensive clinical testing and transparency, including CTRI registration for SPF efficacy, sets a high standard for claim substantiation in the Indian market, aligning well with ASCI guidelines for quantified claims. The price point of around Rs.395-449 for 50g positions it as an accessible yet premium offering, justified by the robust evidence provided.
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In-vivo SPF testing (ISO 24444:2019) yielded SPF 50.232. PA++++ rating confirmed by COLIPA guidelines. Critical Wavelength 378nm.
Sunscreen Efficacy Study (CTRI/2025/07/090309) registered under Clinical Trials Registry-India. Testing conducted by CCFT Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
Confirmed by Critical Wavelength of 378nm (exceeds 370nm threshold) and Boots Star Rating ***.
INCI lists Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M), Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (Tinosorb S), Ethylhexyl Triazone (Uvinul T 150), and Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (Uvinul A Plus). Photostability study confirmed filters remain stable for up to 6 hours.
Photostability study (17-05-2025) confirmed UV filters remain chemically stable and maintain protective efficacy for up to 6 hours of UV exposure.
INCI lists Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Niacinamide, and Sodium Hyaluronate. The brand explicitly states '2% Nia-Hyaluron Complex'.
Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid are known humectants and skin brighteners. While the product is clinically tested for safety and sun protection, specific finished-product evidence for 'all day' plumping and radiance is not explicitly detailed beyond ingredient function.
Anti-Pollution Study (CCFT-2025-04-1094H) demonstrated 75.26% protection against pollution-induced damage caused by PM 2.5 and reactive oxygen species.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against the label.
Screened against the ingredient database (31 of 41 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Active percentages are disclosed for the hero ingredient(s).
Any proprietary 'complex' is broken down into its actual ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
Brand makes a vegan / vegetarian claim.
Sustainability & Ethics
Brand makes a cruelty-free / PETA claim.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Aqua |
C12-C15 Alkyl Benzoate |
Caprylyl Methicone |
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Extract |
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer |
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol |
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine |
Ethylhexyl Triazone |
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate |
Glycerin |
Dimethicone |
Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer |
Titanium Dioxide |
Zinc Oxide |
Biosaccharide Gum-4 |
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract |
Niacinamide |
Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract |
Sodium Hyaluronate |
Xylitylglucoside |
Anhydroxylitol |
Xylitol |
Trehalose |
Propylene Glycol |
Glyceryl Glucoside |
Allantoin |
Tocopheryl Acetate |
Hydrogenated Lecithin |
Lecithin |
Glyceryl Stearate |
Ceramide EOP |
Ceramide NS |
Ceramide NG |
Ceramide NP |
Ceramide AS |
Ceramide AP |
L-Arginine |
Citric Acid |
Phenoxyethanol |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
1,2-Hexanediol |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified. All UV filters are approved in the EU.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified. INCI list is provided as per regulations.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
Some new-age UV filters (Tinosorb M, S, Uvinul T 150, Uvinul A Plus) are not yet FDA approved for use in the US, but are widely approved in other regions like the EU and India.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
In-vivo SPF testing (ISO 24444:2019) yielded SPF 50.232. PA++++ rating confirmed by COLIPA guidelines. Critical Wavelength 378nm.
Evidence visible
Sunscreen Efficacy Study (CTRI/2025/07/090309) registered under Clinical Trials Registry-India. Testing conducted by CCFT Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
Evidence visible
Confirmed by Critical Wavelength of 378nm (exceeds 370nm threshold) and Boots Star Rating ***.
Evidence visible
INCI lists Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M), Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (Tinosorb S), Ethylhexyl Triazone (Uvinul T 150), and Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (Uvinul A Plus). Photostability study confirmed filters remain stable for up to 6 hours.
Evidence visible
Photostability study (17-05-2025) confirmed UV filters remain chemically stable and maintain protective efficacy for up to 6 hours of UV exposure.
Evidence visible
INCI lists Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Niacinamide, and Sodium Hyaluronate. The brand explicitly states '2% Nia-Hyaluron Complex'.
Mentioned only
Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid are known humectants and skin brighteners. While the product is clinically tested for safety and sun protection, specific finished-product evidence for 'all day' plumping and radiance is not explicitly detailed beyond ingredient function.
Mentioned only
Anti-Pollution Study (CCFT-2025-04-1094H) demonstrated 75.26% protection against pollution-induced damage caused by PM 2.5 and reactive oxygen species.
Evidence visible
Claim is stated by the brand and aligns with PETA certification.
Evidence visible
Clinical Safety Study (XXX-2F08-HA-AL25) on human volunteers confirmed non-irritant status, as per patch certificate C3B04977 by Cliantha Research.
Evidence visible
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