Lotus Herbals
Lotus Botanicals 100x Vitamin C Matte Fluid Sunscreen
Lotus Botanicals 100x Vitamin C Matte Fluid Sunscreen
Lotus Herbals
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WHAT IS IT?
Matte Fluid Sunscreen with 300X Vitamin C
FEATURES
Brightens skin, prevents tanning, reduces dark spots and hyperpigmentation, SPF 50 protection, lightweight, matte finish, no white cast, enriched with botanical extracts
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
Does not contain white cast, sticky residue
Who Is It For?
All Genders Adult Age RangeWhat Does It Help With?
Skin Brightening Sun Protection Photoaging Prevention Pigmentation Reduction Hydration Anti-agingBudget
Mid-range ($30-$75)How To Use
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Product Description:
Lotus Botanicals Vitamin C Skin Brightening MatteFLUID Sunscreen is a potent blend of 300X Vitamin C + SPF 50 that helps brightens the skin and prevents skin tanning, dark spots, pigmentation and photoaging caused by UV rays. Sunblock enriched with 300 X Vitamin C helps to minimize photo-aging, reduce dark spots and hyperpigmentation and brightens the complexion. Intensive sun protection with SPF 50: gives superior protection against UVA and UVB in all weather conditions. Enriched with botanical extracts for intense nourishment: sun-protection and anti-aging effect, lightweight, sunscreen, and non-greasy. Matte finish. Skin stays hydrated, nourished, and healthy. No white cast.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
InCI-Aqua-Talc-Octyl-methoxycinnamate-Kaolin-Butyl-Methoxydibenzoylmethane-Benzophenone-3-Phospholipids-1,3-Butylene-Glycol-Niacinamide-Cyclopentasiloxane-Glycerin-Titanium-Dioxide-Isocetyl-Stearoyl-Stearate-C28-52-Olefin-Undecylenic-Acid-Copolymer-Polyacrylate-13-Polyisobutene-Polysorbate-20-Polysorbate-80-Bio-saccharide-Gum-4-Propanediol-Enteromorpha-Compressa-Extract-Silybum-Marianum-Fruit-Extract-Ocimum-Sanctum-Leaf-Extract-Citric-Acid-Triethanolamine-Polyacrylate-Crosspolymer-6-E.D.T.A-disodium-Allantoin-Silica-Butylated-hydroxytoluene-Terminalia-Ferdinandine-Kakadu-plum-Fruit-Extract-Citrus-aurantium-dulcis-Orange-Peel-Oil-Tocopheryl-acetate-Capryl-hydroxamic-Acid-Phenethyl-Alcohol-CI-15985-Fragrance
Key Ingredients
Vitamin C, Niacinamide, Kakadu plum Fruit Extract, Orange Peel Oil, Tocopheryl acetate
Ingredients Details
Niacinamide
Common Name(s): Vitamin b3,nicotinamide,pyridine-3-carboxamide
CAS Number: 98-92-0
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Niacinamide strengthens the skin barrier, reduces visible pore size, regulates sebum production, fades dark spots, and improves skin texture and tone.
Why It's Used: It is used because it addresses multiple skin concerns at once without irritation, making it suitable for all skin types. it is stable in formulations and pairs well with most other actives.
How It Works: Niacinamide inhibits the transfer of melanosomes (pigment packets) to skin cells, reducing hyperpigmentation. it also stimulates ceramide synthesis to strengthen the skin barrier and reduces inflammation by modulating cytokine activity.
Typically Found In: Serums,moisturizers,toners,cleansers,eye creams,sunscreens,primers
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ vitamin
Secondary Functions: Barrier repair,brightening,anti-inflammatory
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 2%โ10% (typical: 5%; higher concentrations may cause flushing in some individuals)
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetically produced
Halal Status: Yes โ synthetic origin
Source Notes: Commercially produced via synthesis from nicotinic acid or 3-cyanopyridine. no animal-derived sources used in cosmetic-grade niacinamide.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low; concentrations above 10% may cause temporary flushing in sensitive individuals
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: At concentrations >10%, some users experience niacin flush (transient redness/tingling). generally very well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes โ one of the best-tolerated actives for sensitive skin
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Extensively studied and considered very safe. ewg hazard score: 1. no significant systemic toxicity concerns at topical concentrations.
Works Well With: Retinol,peptides,ahas/bhas,hyaluronic acid,ceramides,zinc,vitamin c,spf
Avoid Combining With: High concentrations of vitamin c (ascorbic acid) may theoretically convert to niacin โ use at different times if using pure l-ascorbic acid above 15%
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Niacinamide is a precursor to nad+ and nadp+, coenzymes vital to cellular energy metabolism. its benefits for dna repair and mitochondrial function make it a key ingredient in anti-aging strategies.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,ewg skin deep,pubmed clinical studies
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Tocopheryl Acetate
Common Name(s): Vitamin e acetate,alpha-tocopherol acetate,dl-alpha-tocopheryl acetate
CAS Number: 7695-91-2
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides stable vitamin e delivery with antioxidant activity after esterase hydrolysis in skin.
Why It's Used: The formulation-stable vitamin e โ tocopheryl acetate's ester protection prevents oxidative degradation during shelf life while releasing active tocopherol in skin for equivalent biological activity.
How It Works: Acetate ester blocks the phenolic oh group responsible for oxidation and radical scavenging. skin esterases cleave acetate bond releasing free tocopherol. released tocopherol provides lipid peroxyl radical scavenging in cell membranes. also provides direct emollient and skin conditioning.
Typically Found In: Moisturisers,sunscreens,anti-aging products โ extremely widespread
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ stable vitamin e ester
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ5%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional โ natural from vegetable oils (soy, sunflower); synthetic dl-form
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: The d-alpha-tocopheryl acetate (natural isomer) is biologically superior to dl-alpha-tocopheryl acetate (racemic synthetic) for skin antioxidant activity. ingredient label d- vs dl- prefix identifies natural vs synthetic origin.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Tocopheryl acetate's conversion to active tocopherol in skin is quantitatively efficient: skin esterase activity is sufficient to cleave 60-80% of applied tocopheryl acetate within 24 hours of application. however, the conversion rate varies with skin condition (eczematous or barrier-compromised skin has reduced esterase activity), meaning tocopheryl acetate efficacy may be reduced precisely in the skin conditions that most need antioxidant support.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Vitamin C
Common Name(s): Vitamin c,cosmetic active,established function
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Delivers characteristic cosmetic function โ skin conditioning, antioxidant protection, active biological benefit, or formulation function โ at recommended use concentration.
Why It's Used: Selected for functional contribution and formulation compatibility supported by cosmetic science and regulatory safety data.
How It Works: Works through the mechanism of its molecular class โ physicochemical or biological interaction with skin proteins, lipids, or receptors as documented in peer-reviewed cosmetic literature.
Typically Found In: Skin care formulations
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ cosmetic active
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Vitamin c has an established safety and efficacy profile within the cosmetic regulatory framework at standard use concentrations.
Last Verified: Cosing database,vitamin c technical literature
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12