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The Derma Co's 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Gel delivers on its core promise of high SPF/PA protection with excellent clinical backing, but consumers must be wary of inflated ingredient claims on third-party platforms that do not match the product's actual formulation.
₹269 • Analysed 17 July 2026
India sees high UV year-round, so daily broad-spectrum protection (UVA/PA rating included) matters more here than the SPF number alone; reapply through the day in direct sun. The product's price varies significantly across platforms, with Flipkart and Zepto offering the lowest prices, often through discounts. Consumers should compare prices before purchase, as the 50g variant can range from Rs.299 to Rs.499. 2 marketing claims could draw ASCI scrutiny under India's advertising code; the ingredient list is the more reliable guide.
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Hyaluronic Acid is present high in the INCI list, before the 1% marker (Phenoxyethanol), making the 1% claim plausible.
Clinically In-Vivo tested (ISO 24444:2019) with SPF 50.169 and In-Vitro tested (COLIPA Guidelines) with SPF 50.65. PA++++ rating verified. Study conducted by CCFT Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. with CTRI registration (CTRI/2025/02/080287).
Verified through In-Vivo and In-Vitro testing, with a critical wavelength of 379.33 nm exceeding the 370 nm threshold, confirming extended UVA-I coverage.
Claimed on brand website and other platforms. While the product contains UV filters that may offer some blue light protection, specific clinical or instrumental studies for blue light protection are not detailed beyond general statements.
Supported by formula logic (aqua gel base, silicones) and numerous user testimonials and consumer testing results (70% experienced adequate sun protection).
Supported by INCI (no 'Parfum' or 'Fragrance' listed) and user testimonials. Formula logic supports non-greasy feel.
Claimed on brand website and other platforms. Supported by formula logic (gel texture, silicones) and user feedback, but no specific non-comedogenic testing report is publicly visible.
Claimed on brand website and other platforms. While specific report details are not provided for 'dermatologically-tested', the extensive SPF/PA testing by an independent lab lends credibility to general safety claims.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against INCIDecoder.
Screened against the ingredient database (20 of 37 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate: Most widely used UVB filter globally Benzophenone-3: Broad-spectrum UV filter Cyclopentasiloxane: D5 bioaccumulates in aquatic environment benzophenone-3: Oxybenzone - flagged endocrine-active; EU restricts concentration.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
Declares 2 known allergen(s) (Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Benzophenone-3). Reactive skin should note these.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
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.
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 |
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate |
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate |
Dimethicone |
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer |
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane |
Hyaluronic Acid |
Glycerin |
Benzophenone-3 |
1,3 Butylene glycol |
Phenoxyethanol |
Lecithin |
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice |
Xylitol |
Glucose |
Sodium Levulinate |
Phospholipids |
Propylene Glycol |
Ethoxydiglycol |
Anhydroxylitol |
Oxothiazolidine |
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil |
Glyceryl Stearate |
Allantoin |
D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate |
Phoenix Dactylifera Extract |
Vaccinum Sect. Cyanococcus (Blueberry) Fruit Extract |
Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Extract |
Zinc Oxide |
Cyclopentasiloxane |
PEG-10 Dimethicone |
E-Ascorbic Acid |
C9-12 Alkane |
Hydrogen Dimethicone |
Titanium Dioxide |
Aluminum Hydroxide |
Polyhydroxystearic Acid |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
Benzophenone-3 (Restricted, being reduced EU)
Benzophenone-3 (Restricted)
No Health Canada Hotlist ingredient identified
Benzophenone-3 (Restricted, check limit)
Benzophenone-3 (Restricted)
No Substances of Very High Concern identified
No IARC-classified carcinogens identified
No AICIS industrial-chemical concern identified
No therapeutic-goods trigger identified
No Health Canada restriction identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
“Offers a visible difference in 3-6 weeks”
Quantified time-bound claim without publicly visible, verifiable study results.
“24-hour hydration delivered by 1% Sodium Hyaluronate”
Quantified time-bound claim without publicly visible, verifiable study results.
Hyaluronic Acid is present high in the INCI list, before the 1% marker (Phenoxyethanol), making the 1% claim plausible.
Mentioned only
Clinically In-Vivo tested (ISO 24444:2019) with SPF 50.169 and In-Vitro tested (COLIPA Guidelines) with SPF 50.65. PA++++ rating verified. Study conducted by CCFT Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. with CTRI registration (CTRI/2025/02/080287).
Evidence visible
Verified through In-Vivo and In-Vitro testing, with a critical wavelength of 379.33 nm exceeding the 370 nm threshold, confirming extended UVA-I coverage.
Evidence visible
Claimed on brand website and other platforms. While the product contains UV filters that may offer some blue light protection, specific clinical or instrumental studies for blue light protection are not detailed beyond general statements.
Evidence visible
Supported by formula logic (aqua gel base, silicones) and numerous user testimonials and consumer testing results (70% experienced adequate sun protection).
Evidence visible
Supported by INCI (no 'Parfum' or 'Fragrance' listed) and user testimonials. Formula logic supports non-greasy feel.
Evidence visible
Claimed on brand website and other platforms. Supported by formula logic (gel texture, silicones) and user feedback, but no specific non-comedogenic testing report is publicly visible.
Evidence visible
Claimed on brand website and other platforms. While specific report details are not provided for 'dermatologically-tested', the extensive SPF/PA testing by an independent lab lends credibility to general safety claims.
Evidence visible
Supported by formula logic (chemical filters, aqua gel texture) and numerous user testimonials.
Evidence visible
Supported by the presence of Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin, Xylitol, Glucose, Anhydroxylitol (Aquaxyl complex) high in the INCI.
Mentioned only
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
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No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
Declares 2 known allergen(s) (Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Benzophenone-3). Reactive skin should note these.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
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.
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.
Claimed on brand website and other platforms. While the product contains UV filters that may offer some blue light protection, specific clinical or instrumental studies for blue light protection are not detailed beyond general statements.
Supported by formula logic (aqua gel base, silicones) and numerous user testimonials and consumer testing results (70% experienced adequate sun protection).
Supported by INCI (no 'Parfum' or 'Fragrance' listed) and user testimonials. Formula logic supports non-greasy feel.
Claimed on brand website and other platforms. Supported by formula logic (gel texture, silicones) and user feedback, but no specific non-comedogenic testing report is publicly visible.
Claimed on brand website and other platforms. While specific report details are not provided for 'dermatologically-tested', the extensive SPF/PA testing by an independent lab lends credibility to general safety claims.
Benzophenone-3 (Restricted, being reduced EU)
Benzophenone-3 (Restricted)
No Health Canada Hotlist ingredient identified
Benzophenone-3 (Restricted, check limit)
Benzophenone-3 (Restricted)
No Substances of Very High Concern identified
No IARC-classified carcinogens identified
No AICIS industrial-chemical concern identified
No therapeutic-goods trigger identified
No Health Canada restriction identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
Hyaluronic Acid is present high in the INCI list, before the 1% marker (Phenoxyethanol), making the 1% claim plausible.
Mentioned only
Clinically In-Vivo tested (ISO 24444:2019) with SPF 50.169 and In-Vitro tested (COLIPA Guidelines) with SPF 50.65. PA++++ rating verified. Study conducted by CCFT Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. with CTRI registration (CTRI/2025/02/080287).
Evidence visible
Verified through In-Vivo and In-Vitro testing, with a critical wavelength of 379.33 nm exceeding the 370 nm threshold, confirming extended UVA-I coverage.
Evidence visible
Claimed on brand website and other platforms. While the product contains UV filters that may offer some blue light protection, specific clinical or instrumental studies for blue light protection are not detailed beyond general statements.
Evidence visible
Supported by formula logic (aqua gel base, silicones) and numerous user testimonials and consumer testing results (70% experienced adequate sun protection).
Evidence visible
Supported by INCI (no 'Parfum' or 'Fragrance' listed) and user testimonials. Formula logic supports non-greasy feel.
Evidence visible
Claimed on brand website and other platforms. Supported by formula logic (gel texture, silicones) and user feedback, but no specific non-comedogenic testing report is publicly visible.
Evidence visible
Claimed on brand website and other platforms. While specific report details are not provided for 'dermatologically-tested', the extensive SPF/PA testing by an independent lab lends credibility to general safety claims.
Evidence visible
Supported by formula logic (chemical filters, aqua gel texture) and numerous user testimonials.
Evidence visible
Supported by the presence of Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin, Xylitol, Glucose, Anhydroxylitol (Aquaxyl complex) high in the INCI.
Mentioned only
“Offers a visible difference in 3-6 weeks”
Quantified time-bound claim without publicly visible, verifiable study results.
“24-hour hydration delivered by 1% Sodium Hyaluronate”
Quantified time-bound claim without publicly visible, verifiable study results.
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
