Dr. Ceuracle Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++

Dr. Ceuracle

Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++

face sunscreen

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
69%
Combination (dry)
69%
Balanced
99%
Combination (oily)
71%
Oily
71%

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Ingredients
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Benefits
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Actives
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A convenient and powerful hybrid sun stick designed to protect your skin from harmful UV rays with broad-spectrum coverage. This sun stick provides an instant cooling effect to lower skin temperature and soothe sensitive skin, especially on hot sunny days. Infused with 9 types of Probiotics and Prebiotics, it helps maintain a healthy skin condition and strengthens the skin barrier to prevent dryness and cracking. Enriched with Mineral Water, Milk Lipids, and Tea Tree Oil, this sun stick replenishes deep moisture to dry skin while protecting and soothing it under strong UV rays. Its convenient rectangular shape ensures easy and precise application, making it a must-have for daily sun protection.

Key Insights

Benefits

6
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
Soothing

Active Ingredients

1
Vitamin B3 (niacinamide)

Risks

2
Microplastic
Silicone

About Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++

Overview

Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ is a cushioning 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 soothing and hydration. The ingredient list runs to 54 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top. Silicones in the formula tend to give a smooth, blurred finish and help it grip under makeup. Hydration is handled by Beta-glucan, Ethylhexylglycerin and Glycerin, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

UV filter system

It uses a hybrid filter system — Tinosorb S, Uvinul A Plus, Uvinul T 150 and Titanium Dioxide — combining mineral and organic filters. 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

Soothing: High. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Beta-glucan, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate and Adenosine.

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Beta-glucan, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin and Methylpropanediol.

Oil control: Moderate. Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine, and here that comes from Niacinamide and Alumina.

Firmness signalling: Moderate. Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support, and here that comes from Adenosine.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily) and Oily 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 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 fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, sulfate-free and dye-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.

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 fragrance or declared allergens
  • No essential oils
  • No drying alcohol
  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • Several soothing ingredients
  • No common irritants flagged in the list

Things to know

  • Contains a solid synthetic polymer (microplastic)
  • 10 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

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin
  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily 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 19 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 9 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Soothing 8 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Evens Skin Tone 1 ingredient

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

  • Oil Control 1 ingredient

    Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness

  • Pore Minimizer 1 ingredient

    Tightens and refines the look of enlarged pores

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Dark Spot Fading 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

Hybrid mineral and organic filter system · broad-spectrum through UVA I

Tinosorb S

bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine
Protects from
UVB (290–320 nm), UVA II (320–340 nm), UVA I (340–400 nm)
Photostable
Yes — photostable
Generation
Next-generation broad-spectrum filter
Approved in
EU, UK, Korea, Japan, Australia — not FDA-approved in the US
Maximum permitted level
Up to 10% (EU)

One of the most photostable filters in use, and it stabilises avobenzone and octinoxate alongside it. Oil-soluble, cosmetically light, no white cast.

Uvinul A Plus

diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate
Protects from
UVA II (320–340 nm), UVA I (340–400 nm)
Photostable
Yes — photostable
Generation
Next-generation UVA filter
Approved in
EU, UK, Korea, Japan — not FDA-approved in the US
Maximum permitted level
Up to 10% (EU)

A photostable replacement for avobenzone: it peaks at 354 nm, deep in UVA I, and does not need a stabiliser to survive the day.

Uvinul T 150

ethylhexyl triazone
Protects from
UVB (290–320 nm)
Photostable
Yes — photostable
Generation
Next-generation UVB filter
Approved in
EU, UK, Korea, Japan — not FDA-approved in the US
Maximum permitted level
Up to 5% (EU)

The most efficient UVB absorber available by weight, which is why high-SPF formulas reach SPF 50+ without feeling heavy. Contributes nothing to UVA.

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.

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

6-Amino-9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-9H-purine

Soothing

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

Aluminium oxide

Oil Control

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

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract is an extract of the kernels of the Oat, Avena sativa L., Poaceae

Soothing

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

beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide consisting of b(1-3) linked glucose chains carrying b(1-6) linked glucose sidechains

Soothing Hydration

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

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

Hydration

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

Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl

Hydration

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

Dibutyl adipate

Hydration

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

Carbonic Acid, Dicaprylyl Ester

Hydration

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

Diisopropyl sebacate

Hydration

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

Dimethicone

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 Low

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support Low

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control Moderate

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening Low

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing High

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling Moderate

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.

Supporting ingredients (49)

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

1,2-hexanediol Adenosine Alumina Avena Sativa Kernel Extract Beta-glucan Bifida Ferment Filtrate Butyloctyl Salicylate C18-21 Alkane Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water Caprylic/capric Triglyceride Caprylyl Glycol Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract Dibutyl Adipate Dicaprylyl Carbonate Diisopropyl Sebacate Dimethicone Dipropylene Glycol Ethylhexylglycerin Fructooligosaccharides Glutathione Glycerin Glyceryl Caprylate Hydrogenated Lecithin Isopropyl Palmitate Lactobacillus Ferment Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate Lactobacillus/acerola Cherry Ferment Lactobacillus/punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract Lactobacillus/soybean Ferment Extract Lactococcus Ferment Lactococcus Ferment Lysate Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone Leuconostoc/radish Root Ferment Filtrate Methylpropanediol Milk Lipids Oryza Sativa Bran Oil Ozokerite Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate Polyhydroxystearic Acid Polyquaternium-51 Sodium Chloride Stearic Acid Synthetic Wax Theanine Tocopherol Vinyl Dimethicone/methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer Water

What is and is not in it

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

Free from

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

Contains

  • Silicones

    Dimethicone, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone/methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

  • Microplastics

    Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Vinyl Dimethicone/methicone Silsesquioxane 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)
10 ingredients could feed malassezia: Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus/acerola Cherry Ferment, Lactobacillus/punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus/soybean Ferment Extract. 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

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 54 ingredients on the label.

12
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

11
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

9
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

7
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

7
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

5
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

4
UV filter

Absorbs or scatters ultraviolet light

3
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

3
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

2
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

1
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

1
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

Ingredient breakdown

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

Estimated level
10–40%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

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

6-Amino-9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-9H-purine

Soothing
8 scientific references
  • PubChem, Accessed May 2021, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, September 2020, pages 1-38
  • Experimental Dermatology, August 2014, pages 553-554
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, August 2011, pages 526-546
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2006, pages 447-451
  • British Journal of Pharmacology, October 2008, issue 4, pages 475-486
  • PloS One, May 2008 (ePublication)
  • >International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2006, pages 447-451
3 Alumina Exfoliant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant, Texture agent

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

Aluminium oxide

Oil Control
3 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November 2016, pages 16S-33S
  • Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, February 2015, pages 1, 636-1, 646
  • https://wwwaccessdatafdagov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearchcfm?fr=731010&SearchTerm=alumina%C2%A0
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Antioxidant, Exfoliant, Plant extract

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

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract is an extract of the kernels of the Oat, Avena sativa L., Poaceae

Soothing
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

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

beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide consisting of b(1-3) linked glucose chains carrying b(1-6) linked glucose sidechains

Soothing Hydration
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, December 2018, pages 1, 101-1, 107
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, September 2017, pages 1-48
  • Phytotherapy Research, February 2014, pages 159-166
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2012, pages 1-52
  • Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, February 2007, pages 167-170
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, October 2005, page 292
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

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

Bifida Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of Bifida

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

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

2,2'-[6-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diyl]bis[5-[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]-phenol]

Anti-Aging
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% 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
9 C18-21 Alkane Solvent
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

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

C18-21 Alkane is a mixture of alkanes with 18 to 21 carbons in the alkyl chain.

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

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

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water is an aqueous solution of the odoriferous principles of the leaves of the Tea, Camellia sinensis, Theaceae

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

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

Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 34-35
  • Periodica Polytechnica Chemical Engineering, 2014, pages 43-48
  • International Journal of Toxicology, January 2003, pages 4-5
  • Food and Chemical Toxicology, January 2000, pages 79-98
  • Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, August 1985, pages 303-311
12 Caprylyl Glycol Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

12th 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
Plant extract

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

Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Artichoke, Cynara scolymus L., Compositae

14 Dibutyl Adipate Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Occlusive, Solvent

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

Dibutyl adipate

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

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

Carbonic Acid, Dicaprylyl Ester

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • OCL, April 2018, pages 1-10
  • Journal of Surfactants and Detergents, July 2017, pages 1, 337–1, 349
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, December 2016, pages 1-50
  • https://wwwcir-safetyorg/sites/default/files/dialkyl%20carbonatespdf
  • https://wwwulprospectorcom/en/na/PersonalCare/Detail/75/204256/Cetiol-CC
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
UV filter

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

Benzoic Acid, 2-[4-(Diethylamino)-2-Hydroxybenzoyl]-, Hexyl Ester

Anti-Aging
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Solvent

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

Diisopropyl sebacate

Hydration
8 scientific references
  • Supercharged Hydration
  • How Hyaluronic Acid Benefits Skin
  • What is Dehydrated Skin & How to Choose the Best Products
  • What Your Moisturizer Must Contain
  • Moisturizer Myths You Should Stop Believing Now
  • The Benefits of Glycerin in Skin Care
  • The Best Face Oils for Skin
  • How Facial Oils Help Skin
18 Dimethicone Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Occlusive

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

Dimethicone

Hydration Silicone
7 scientific references
  • FDA Code of Federal Regulations, April 2020, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2014, pages 65S-115S
  • The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, May 2014, pages 36-44
  • Dermatologic Therapy, May 2012, pages 229-233
  • Clinics in Dermatology, May-June 2012, pages 345-348
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, January 2008, pages 19-33
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2000, pages 77-80
19 Dipropylene Glycol Texture agent
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

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

1,1'-Oxydipropan-2-ol; Oxydipropan-2-ol; Hydroxypropyloxypropanol

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

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

Benzoic acid, 4,4',4''-(1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-triyltriimino)tris-,tris(2-ethylhexyl) ester; octyl triazone

Anti-Aging
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

21st 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
Humectant

22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Fructooligosaccharides are oligosaccharides produced enzymatically from sugar beets and consist chiefly of kestose, nystose and fructosyl nystose

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.

Glycine, N-(N-L-.gamma.-glutamyl-L-cysteinyl)-

Anti-Aging
8 scientific references
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2019, pages 728–737
  • Clinical Cosmetic and Investigative Dermatology, April 2017, pages 147-153 and October 2014, pages 267-274
  • Nutrients, August 2017, pages 1-27
  • DermatoEndocrinology, July 2012, pages 308-319
  • Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2011, pages 3, 940-3, 949
  • The Dermatologist, October 2011, volume 19, issue 10
  • Journal of Dermatologic Science, May 2010, pages 85-90
  • Free Radical Biology and Medicine, October 1994, pages 333-349
24 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

24th 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
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

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

Octanoic acid, monoester with glycerol

Hydration
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.

Lecithins, hydrogenated

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 5S-25S
  • Nanocosmetics, June 2019, pages 95–140
  • Current Drug Delivery, 2016, pages 111–120
  • Pharmaceutical Research, February 2013, pages 538–55
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Texture agent

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

Isopropyl palmitate

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

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

Lactobacillus Ferment is the product obtained from the fermentation of Lactobacillus.

Hydration Soothing
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.

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate is a lysate of the product obtained by fermentation of Lactobacillus.

Soothing
4 scientific references
  • Current Issues in Molecular Biology, January 2024, pages 513-526
  • Microorganisms, July 2023, pages 1-24
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, February 2023, pages 83-94
  • Molecules, March 2021, pages 1-11
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

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

Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment is the product obtained by the fermentation of acerola cherry by the organism Lactobacillus

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

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

Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract is an extract of the product obtained by the fermentation of the fruit of the Pomegranate, Punica granatum L., Punicaceae, by the organism Lactobacillus

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

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

Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract is an extract of the fermentation of soybean by the microorganism Lactobacillus

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.

Lactococcus Ferment is the product obtained from the bacterial culture derived from Lactococcus

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

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

Lactococcus Ferment Lysate is a lysate of the fermentation product of Lactococcus

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

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

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

Silicone
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract, Preservative

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

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of Raphanus sativus roots by the microorganism, Leuconostoc

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

37th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • PubChem, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, June 2018, pages 1-73
  • Contact Dermatitis, September 2017, pages 159-162
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

38th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Lactis Lipida (EU),Milk Fat

39 Niacinamide Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active

39th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a gentle skincare active that repairs the skin barrier, calms redness, controls oil and evens tone at 2–5%. Official IUPAC name: **3-Pyridinecarboxamide**

Soothing Anti-Aging Pore Minimizer
15 scientific references
  • International Journal of Dermatology, February 2021, pages 166-173
  • Biomolecules & Therapeutics, July 2019, pages 562-569
  • Experimental Dermatology, February 2019, pages 15-22
  • Dermatologic Therapy, September 2017, ePublication
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, May 2017, page S116
  • International Journal of Pharmaceutics, March 2017, pages 158-162
  • Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America, May 2016, pages 145-152
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, July 2015, pages 405-412
  • Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, June 2014, pages 311-315
  • International Journal of Pharmacy, January 2013, pages 192-201
  • Dermatoendrocrinology, July 2012, pages 308-319
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2005, pages 1-31
  • Dermatologic Surgery, July 2005, pages 860-865
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, October 2004, pages 231-238
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, April 2004, pages 88-93
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

40th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Oryza Sativa Bran Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the bran of the Rice, Oryza sativa L., Poaceae. It consists primarily of the glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic, palmetic and stearic

41 Ozokerite Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

41st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hydrocarbon waxes (petroleum), chemically neutralized. A complex combination of hydrocarbons produced by a treating process to remove acidic materials. It consists predominantly of saturated straight chain hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly in the range of C20 through C50

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

42nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Polymer of acrylic acid ester and C10-30 alcohol

Microplastic
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent

43rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate is a diester of a mixture of isostearic, polyhydroxystearic and sebacic acids with Polyglycerin-4

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

44th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate is a complex ester of Polyglycerin-5 and a polymer of Ricinoleic Acid

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

45th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, homopolymer

46 Polyquaternium-51 Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

46th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-(N,N,N-Trimethylamino)ethyl 2-(2-methyl-2-propenoyloxy)ethyl phosphate inner salt, polymer with butyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate

Hydration
47 Sodium Chloride Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

47th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium chloride

48 Stearic Acid Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant, Texture agent

48th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

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
49 Synthetic Wax Exfoliant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant, Texture agent

49th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Synthetic Wax is a hydrocarbon wax derived generally through Fischer-Tropsch or ethylene polymerization processes.

50 Theanine Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Emollient

50th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

N-Ethyl-L-Glutamine

Hydration Soothing
51 Titanium Dioxide UV filter
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
UV filter, Texture agent

51st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

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
52 Tocopherol Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

52nd 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
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

53rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

Silicone Microplastic
54 Water Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

54th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

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

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++?

1,2-HEXANEDIOL, ADENOSINE, ALUMINA, AVENA SATIVA KERNEL EXTRACT, BETA-GLUCAN, BIFIDA FERMENT FILTRATE, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, C18-21 ALKANE, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF WATER, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CYNARA SCOLYMUS LEAF EXTRACT, DIBUTYL ADIPATE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE, DIISOPROPYL SEBACATE, DIMETHICONE, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, FRUCTOOLIGOSACCHARIDES, GLUTATHIONE, GLYCERIN, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, LACTOBACILLUS FERMENT, LACTOBACILLUS FERMENT LYSATE, LACTOBACILLUS/ACEROLA CHERRY FERMENT, LACTOBACILLUS/PUNICA GRANATUM FRUIT FERMENT EXTRACT, LACTOBACILLUS/SOYBEAN FERMENT EXTRACT, LACTOCOCCUS FERMENT, LACTOCOCCUS FERMENT LYSATE, LAURYL POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE, LEUCONOSTOC/RADISH ROOT FERMENT FILTRATE, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, MILK LIPIDS, NIACINAMIDE, ORYZA SATIVA BRAN OIL, OZOKERITE, POLY C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE, POLYGLYCERYL-4 DIISOSTEARATE/POLYHYDROXYSTEARATE/SEBACATE, POLYGLYCERYL-5 POLYRICINOLEATE, POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID, POLYQUATERNIUM-51, SODIUM CHLORIDE, STEARIC ACID, SYNTHETIC WAX, THEANINE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, TOCOPHEROL, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, WATER.

What are the active ingredients in Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++?

NIACINAMIDE.

How do I use Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++?

At the last stage of skin care, apply lightly on area exposed to sun. Carry it around and apply frequently to areas that need sun protection.

What skin types is Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick 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), Combination (oily), Oily skin.

Is Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick 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 Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ fungal acne safe?

10 ingredients could feed malassezia: Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus/acerola Cherry Ferment, Lactobacillus/punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus/soybean Ferment Extract. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick 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 Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ fragrance free?

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

Does Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contain alcohol?

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

Is Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ silicone free?

No — it contains Dimethicone, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone/methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer.

Does Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contain essential oils?

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

Is Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ paraben free?

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

What can I layer with Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick 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 Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++?

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

How many ingredients does Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ have?

It lists 54 ingredients, of which 5 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++?

Dr. Ceuracle, a brand based in Korea.

What UV filters are in Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++?

It filters UV with Tinosorb S (bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine), Uvinul A Plus (diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate), Uvinul T 150 (ethylhexyl triazone), Titanium Dioxide (titanium dioxide).

Is Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick 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 Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ leave a white cast?

It may leave a slight cast. The formula mixes mineral and organic filters, so any cast is usually lighter than a fully mineral sunscreen's.

Is Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick 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 Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick 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 Pro Balance Comfort Sun Stick 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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