
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Lightweight gel sunscreen with 5 key ingredients
FEATURES
SPF 50+ & PA+++ broad-spectrum protection, no white cast, brightens & evens skin tone, hydrates & strengthens skin barrier
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
benzophenone-free, fragrance-free
Who Is It For?
All Genders All AgesWhat Does It Help With?
Sunburn Pigmentation Premature Aging Dark Spots Skin Brightening Hydration Redness IrritationBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Sotrue Says
Product Description:
Sotrue pH 5.5 Lightweight Gel Sunscreen SPF 50+ is a fast-absorbing, non-greasy sunscreen that provides broad-spectrum UVA & UVB protection without clogging pores or leaving a white cast. Powered by Encapsulated Sunscreen Technology, it shields against photoaging, tanning, and sun damage, while keeping your skin matte and hydrated. Infused with 1% Niacinamide, Vitamin C, Cica, and Oats Extract, this formula helps fade dark spots, brighten the skin, and strengthen the skin barrier. Its benzophenone-free, fragrance-free, and water-resistant formula is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Niacinamide,Vitamin-C-(3-O-Ethyl-Ascorbic-Acid),SPF-Filters,Cica-Extract,Oats-Extract
Key Ingredients
Niacinamide,Vitamin C,Cica Extract,Oats Extract
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