Dr. Ceuracle 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++

Dr. Ceuracle

5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++

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General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
60%
Combination (dry)
60%
Balanced
90%
Combination (oily)
80%
Oily
80%

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A lightweight and refreshing sunscreen that offers powerful SPF50+ PA++++ protection while prepping the skin for makeup and providing a natural tone-up effect. Formulated with 5α Complex, it controls excessive sebum secretion and leaves a matte, non-greasy finish. It also contains Vitamin E, which keeps the skin moisturized and dewy all day long. Its lightweight and refreshing formula absorbs quickly into the skin, leaving it feeling soft and smooth. This lotion is suitable for sensitive skin; it's perfect for those who want to achieve a flawless, radiant complexion while also protecting their skin from the sun. It's perfect for daily use; you can use it as a makeup base with an excellent oil control effect.

Key Insights

Benefits

5
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Oil Control
Soothing

Risks

3
Microplastic
Silicone
Synthetic polymer

About 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++

Overview

5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ is a lightweight sunscreen from Dr. Ceuracle, a brand based in Korea. It is rated SPF 50+ PA++++, meaning it is tested to the top of both the UVB and the UVA scales used in Asia. Its job is UV protection, with the rest of the formula working on hydration. The ingredient list runs to 36 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. Silicones in the formula tend to give a smooth, blurred finish and help it grip under makeup. Hydration is handled by Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/dicaprate, Propanediol and Ethylhexylglycerin, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

UV filter system

It is a mineral sunscreen, filtering with Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide. Between them those filters cover UVB, UVA II and UVA I, so the formula is broad-spectrum in the meaningful sense: it reaches past 340 nm, where the ageing wavelengths sit. Every filter in the formula is photostable, so its protection does not fall away over the first hour in the sun — reapplication is still about sweat, water and rubbing rather than degradation.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/dicaprate, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin and Butylene Glycol.

Oil control: Moderate. Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine, and here that comes from Zinc Oxide, Silica and Aluminum Hydroxide.

Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Zinc Oxide, Tocopherol and Oleanolic Acid.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, brightening and tone and cell renewal. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, sulfate-free, dye-free and oil-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain fragrance, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.

Where it fits in a routine

Use it in the morning. In a routine it goes final morning step, before makeup. Apply about two finger-lengths for the face and neck — under-application is the single most common reason sunscreen underperforms. Reapply every two hours of sun exposure, and after swimming or towelling off. Let it set for a couple of minutes before makeup so it does not pill.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • Broad-spectrum coverage that reaches into UVA I
  • Every UV filter in it is photostable
  • No essential oils
  • No drying alcohol
  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • No common irritants flagged in the list

Things to know

  • Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
  • Contains a solid synthetic polymer (microplastic)
  • 3 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin

May suit

  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

Sensitive skin

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Hydration 14 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 5 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Oil Control 3 ingredients

    Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness

  • Soothing 3 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Evens Skin Tone 1 ingredient

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Dark Spot Fading Pore Minimizer Smooths Bumpy Skin

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

UV filters

Mineral filter system · broad-spectrum through UVA I

Zinc Oxide

zinc oxide
Protects from
UVB (290–320 nm), UVA II (320–340 nm), UVA I (340–400 nm)
Photostable
Yes — photostable
Generation
Mineral (inorganic) filter
Approved in
Approved worldwide
Maximum permitted level
Up to 25% (EU, US, KR)

The only single filter that covers the whole UVB–UVA1 range on its own. Scatters and absorbs rather than purely absorbing, and can leave a white cast at high loads.

Titanium Dioxide

titanium dioxide
Protects from
UVB (290–320 nm), UVA II (320–340 nm)
Photostable
Yes — photostable
Generation
Mineral (inorganic) filter
Approved in
Approved worldwide
Maximum permitted level
Up to 25% (EU, US, KR)

Strong UVB and short-UVA protection, but it stops before UVA I — a mineral formula leaning on titanium dioxide alone needs zinc oxide beside it for deep UVA.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Zinc oxide (CI 77947)

Anti-Aging Soothing Oil Control

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane

Hydration

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Bis(trimethylsyl)Oxide; Disiloxane, Hexamethyl-

Hydration

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-butyloctyl ester

Hydration

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Titanium dioxide (CI 77891)

Anti-Aging

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyl-3-octyl-trisiloxane

Hydration

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration

11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Silicon dioxide

Oil Control

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Stearic acid

Hydration

15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Aluminium hydroxide

Oil Control

22nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Octanoic acid, monoester with glycerol

Hydration

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support None

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control Moderate

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening None

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Moderate

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

Photostability Very high

Every filter in this formula is photostable

Active and supporting ingredients

"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.

Active ingredients (2)

Supporting ingredients (34)

Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.

Water Cyclohexasiloxane Disiloxane Butyloctyl Salicylate Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/dicaprate Caprylyl Methicone Propanediol Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer Silica Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone Stearic Acid Aluminum Hydroxide Triethoxycaprylylsilane Sodium Chloride Sr-expression Vector Pmbp-parallel 1 Polypeptide-1 Hexanediol Distearate Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone Caprylyl Glycol Glyceryl Caprylate Ethylhexylglycerin Candida Bombicola/glucose/methyl Rapeseedate Ferment Butylene Glycol Capryloyl Glycine Hexylene Glycol Peg-60 Almond Glycerides Sarcosine Tocopherol Glycerin Carbomer Oleanolic Acid Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid Parfum Potassium Sorbate

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • Essential-oil-free
  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • Oil-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

Contains

  • Fragrance

    Parfum

  • Silicones

    Cyclohexasiloxane, Disiloxane, Caprylyl Methicone, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

  • Microplastics

    Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
  • BHA (salicylic acid)
  • PHAs (gluconolactone)
  • Benzoyl peroxide
  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Protect" step.

  • Apply about two finger-lengths for the face and neck — under-application is the single most common reason sunscreen underperforms.
  • Reapply every two hours of sun exposure, and after swimming or towelling off.
  • Let it set for a couple of minutes before makeup so it does not pill.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
3 ingredients could feed malassezia: Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/dicaprate, Hexanediol Distearate, Glyceryl Caprylate. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Recorded ingredient risks
Microplastic, Silicone, Synthetic polymer

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 36 ingredients on the label.

12
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

7
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

7
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

7
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

6
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

4
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

4
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

3
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

2
UV filter

Absorbs or scatters ultraviolet light

1
Fragrance / colour

Changes how the product smells or looks

1
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

1
Peptide

Amino-acid chains that signal for repair or firmness

1
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

1 Water Solvent
Estimated level
30–80%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
  • Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
2 Zinc Oxide UV filter
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
UV filter, Occlusive, Texture agent, Preservative

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Zinc oxide (CI 77947)

Anti-Aging Soothing Oil Control
9 scientific references
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, February 2019, pages 277-278
  • Nanomaterials, March 2017, pages 27-31
  • Particle and Fibre Toxicology, August 2016, page 44
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, June 2014, pages 273-283
  • Indian Journal of Dermatology, September-October 2012, pages 335-342
  • Archives of Toxicology, July 2012, pages 1063-1075
  • Photodermatology, Photoimmunology, & Photomedicine, April 2011, pages 58-67
  • American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, December 2010, pages 413-421
  • https://cosmeticsinfoorg/ingredient/zinc-oxide-0?gclid=CjwKCAjw3_KIBhA2EiwAaAAlipF1YpJBfZrmUbDnK6jm68_2f-GfsdZ770fVI15BFzZJtiFcCJjAWxoC3SkQAvD_BwE
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Solvent

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane

Hydration
2 scientific references
  • Dow (supplier info), Accessed September 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, December 2011, pages 149S-227S
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Bis(trimethylsyl)Oxide; Disiloxane, Hexamethyl-

Hydration
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-butyloctyl ester

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, June 2019, pages 1-60
  • https://onlinepersonalcarecouncilorg/ctfa-static/online/lists/cir-pdfs/FR766pdf
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2003, pages 1-108
  • https://wwwdeepdyvecom/lp/sage/safety-assessment-of-salicylic-acid-butyloctyl-salicylate-calcium-klHNmxZGsR?articleList=%2Fsearch%3Fquery%3Dbutyloctyl%2Bsalicylate
6 Titanium Dioxide UV filter
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
UV filter, Texture agent

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Titanium dioxide (CI 77891)

Anti-Aging
10 scientific references
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, February 2021, pages 532-537
  • Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, June 2020
  • Journal of Nanoparticle Research, March 2020
  • Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, November 2019, pages 34-46
  • Photodermatology, Photoimmunology and Photomedicine, November 2019, pages 442-446
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, September 2019, pages 223-234
  • Materials, July 2019, pages 1-24
  • Photodermatology, Photoimmunology, and Photomedicine, April 2011, pages 58-67
  • Skin Therapy Letter, July-August 2008, pages 5-7
  • Environmental and Health Perspectives, July 2008, pages 893
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

1,2-Butanediol, diesters with octanoic and decanoic acids

Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyl-3-octyl-trisiloxane

Hydration Silicone
9 Propanediol Texture agent
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • PubChem Compound Summary, April 2021, ePublication
  • SpecialChem, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, June 2018, pages 1-73
  • Cosmetics & Toiletries, May 2013, pages 81-86
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 1,2-ethanediyl ester, polymer with methyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate

Microplastic
11 Silica Exfoliant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant, Texture agent

11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Silicon dioxide

Oil Control
6 scientific references
  • Advances in Colloid and Interface Science, July 2021, page 10, 2437
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2019, pages 1-34
  • Nanomedicine, August 2019, pages 2, 243-2, 267
  • Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 2016, pages 1, 201-1, 205
  • European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, January 2015, pages 116-125
  • Cosmetics & Toiletries, April 2015, pages 36-45
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Emollient, Occlusive, Antioxidant, Plant extract, Preservative

12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract is an extract obtained from the dried bark of the Ceylon Cinnamon, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, Lauraceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Siloxanes and Silicones, dodecyl methyl, 3-(tri(oxy-2-hydroxypropylene))oxypropyl methyl, 2-trimethylsilylpoly(oxydimethylsilyl)ethyl methyl, dimethyl

Silicone
14 Stearic Acid Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant, Texture agent

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Stearic acid

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, May 2019, pages 1-61
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2008, page 310
  • Therapeutics for the Clinician, May 2005, pages 317-324
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2003, pages 559-568
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Emollient, Occlusive, Texture agent

15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Aluminium hydroxide

Oil Control
8 scientific references
  • Oil-Absorbing Ingredients
  • Help for Oily Skin
  • Salicylic Acid for Skin
  • How BHA Exfoliants Work
  • Which BHA Exfoliant is Right for Me?
  • Niacinamide Benefits: What Does Niacinamide Do for Skin?
  • The Best Toners for Oily Skin
  • The Best Moisturizers for Oily, Acne-Prone Skin
16 Triethoxycaprylylsilane Texture agent
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Silane, triethoxyoctyl-

17 Sodium Chloride Texture agent
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Sodium chloride

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Peptide

18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

sr-Expression Vector pMBP-parallel 1 Polypeptide-1 is a single chain recombinant protein produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized to be identical to the gene which codes for Maltose binding protein. The parent protein contains a maximum of 488 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.

19 Hexanediol Distearate Texture agent
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Hexamethylene distearate

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Siloxanes and Silicones, 3-(tri(oxy-2-hydroxypropylene))oxypropyl methyl, 2-trimethylsilylpoly(oxydimethylsilyl)ethyl methyl, dimethyl

Silicone
21 Caprylyl Glycol Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

21st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Octane-1,2-diol

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

22nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Octanoic acid, monoester with glycerol

Hydration
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • PLoS One, October 2016, ePublication
  • Contact Dermatitis, May 2016, pages 281-288
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2013, pages 5S-21S
  • Personal Care, 2008, pages 1-4
  • Cosmetic Science Technology, 2006, pages 1-11
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Surfactant, Preservative

24th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Product obtained by the fermentation of glucose and methyl rapeseedate by the microorganism Candida bombicola

25 Butylene Glycol Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent, Solvent

25th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • US Food and Drug Administration Code of Federal Regulations</em>, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2011, pages 5S-16S
  • Skin Research and Technology, November 2007, pages 417-24
  • Journal of the American College of Toxicology, September 1985, pages 223-248
26 Capryloyl Glycine Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

26th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

N-(1-oxooctyl)glycine

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • UL Prospector, Accessed September 2021, ePublication
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, March 2021, pages 18-22
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May/June 2017, pages 17S-56S
27 Hexylene Glycol Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Solvent

27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Methylpentane-2,4-diol

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Mono- and diglycerides, almond oil, ethoxylated (60 mol EO average molar ratio)

Hydration
2 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, ePublication
  • Journal of Applied Cosmetology, January-March 2010, pages 1-11
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

29th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Glycine, N-methyl-

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Meyler’s Side Effects of Drugs, 2016, page 310
  • Journal of Controlled Release, January 2013, pages 91-100
  • International Journal of Toxicology, July-August 2012, pages 358-363
  • Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, January 2007, pages 155-161
30 Tocopherol Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

30th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing
4 scientific references
  • Journal or Agricultural and Food Chemistry, June 2010, pages 7013-7020
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2001, pages 1212-1217
  • Canadian Family Physician, July 2006, pages 855-856
  • Dermatologic Surgery, April 1999, pages 311-315
31 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

31st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
  • British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
32 Carbomer Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Propenoic acid, polymer with 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol 2-propenyl ether

Synthetic polymer
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3beta-Hydroxyolean-12-en-28-oic acid

Soothing
3 scientific references
  • European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, October 2012, pages 549-555
  • Folio Histochemica et Cytobiologica, Volume 4, 2011, pages 664-669
  • Journal of Ethnopharmacology, December 1995, pages 57-68
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

34th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

4,4'-(2,3-Dimethyltetramethylene)dipyrocatechol

Anti-Aging
5 scientific references
  • UL Prospector, Accessed January 2022, ePublication
  • Pharmaceutics, November 2021, pages 1-17
  • Frontiers in Plant Science, January 2021, pages 1-3
  • Frontiers in Pharmacology, February 2020, pages 1-21
  • Arch Pharm Chemistry in Life Services, August 2014, pages 685-697
35 Parfum Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

35th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Parfum is a term for ingredient labelling used to identify that a product contains a material or a combination of materials normally added to a cosmetic to produce or to mask a particular odour. According to Article 19 of the Cosmetics Regulation, 'Perfume and aromatic compositions and their raw materials shall be referred to by the terms ‘parfum’ or ‘aroma’. '

36 Potassium Sorbate Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

36th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Potassium (E,E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++?

WATER, ZINC OXIDE, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, DISILOXANE, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE, CAPRYLYL METHICONE, PROPANEDIOL, METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, SILICA, CINNAMOMUM ZEYLANICUM BARK EXTRACT, LAURYL POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE, STEARIC ACID, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, SR-EXPRESSION VECTOR PMBP-PARALLEL 1 POLYPEPTIDE-1, HEXANEDIOL DISTEARATE, POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, CANDIDA BOMBICOLA/GLUCOSE/METHYL RAPESEEDATE FERMENT, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CAPRYLOYL GLYCINE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL, PEG-60 ALMOND GLYCERIDES, SARCOSINE, TOCOPHEROL, GLYCERIN, CARBOMER, OLEANOLIC ACID, NORDIHYDROGUAIARETIC ACID, PARFUM, POTASSIUM SORBATE.

How do I use 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++?

Apply 30 minutes before going out in the sun to sun-exposed areas of the face/body. Reapply every two hours for the perfect sun protection during the day.

What skin types is 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.

Is 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ good for sensitive skin?

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Is 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ fungal acne safe?

3 ingredients could feed malassezia: Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/dicaprate, Hexanediol Distearate, Glyceryl Caprylate. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ fragrance free?

No — it contains Parfum.

Does 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ silicone free?

No — it contains Cyclohexasiloxane, Disiloxane, Caprylyl Methicone, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone.

Does 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ contain essential oils?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.

Is 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++?

It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.

When should I apply 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++?

Use it in the morning, final morning step, before makeup.

How many ingredients does 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ have?

It lists 36 ingredients, of which 2 are recorded as actives.

Who makes 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++?

Dr. Ceuracle, a brand based in Korea.

What UV filters are in 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++?

It filters UV with Zinc Oxide (zinc oxide), Titanium Dioxide (titanium dioxide).

Is 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ broad spectrum?

Yes. Its filters cover UVB, UVA II and UVA I, so protection reaches past 340 nm into the deep-UVA range associated with ageing and pigmentation.

Does 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ leave a white cast?

Possibly. It filters with mineral UV filters, which sit on the surface and can leave a visible cast on deeper skin tones, especially at high SPF.

Is 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ reef safe?

It contains none of the filters named in the Hawaii and Key West reef legislation (oxybenzone and octinoxate). "Reef safe" is not a regulated term, so treat that as a fact about the filter list rather than a certification.

Can I wear 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ under makeup?

Yes. Let it set for a couple of minutes before foundation so it does not pill, and reapply over makeup with a stick or powder rather than rubbing more in.

How often should I reapply 5α Control No Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++?

Every two hours of sun exposure, and immediately after swimming, sweating heavily or towelling off.

Brand
Dr. Ceuracle
Country
Korea

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