Isha Says
1 The Derma Co.

The Derma Co.

1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Gel SPF 50 PA++++

Bestselling aqua-gel sunscreen featuring sodium hyaluronate and niacinamide alongside its UV filter system.

₹552 80 g ₹6.9/g

Ratings

4.4 (1,71,188) Nykaa
All Skin Types Normal Combination Dry Sun Protection Dryness Dullness
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Our Take

Mass-market favourite, and the 1.7 lakh reviews back its popularity. The filter system is competent — Mexoryl SX gives strong UVA protection, paired with avobenzone and others. However, it does include octinoxate, which is banned in some regions over coral-reef impact and is a flag for users prioritising reef safety. The '1% Hyaluronic Acid' branding is more marketing than meaningful — at this concentration in a leave-on with so many filters competing for the upper layers, the hydration claim is modest. The actual hydration here comes from the aqua-gel base, not a star ingredient.

What we like

  • ✓ Pleasant, hydrating texture
  • ✓ Reliable broad-spectrum
  • ✓ Niacinamide and allantoin add real value
  • ✓ Huge review base

Worth knowing

  • → Contains octinoxate
  • → '1% Hyaluronic' claim is more marketing than meaningful
  • → Pricier than equivalent options
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Best for

Combination/normal skin wanting a hydrating daily SPF

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Avoid if

Reef-safety conscious users (octinoxate present)

Ingredient breakdown

Click any ingredient to learn more. generally safe use with care potential concern

AvobenzoneMexoryl SXEnsulizoleOctinoxateTinosorb MOctisalateHyaluronic AcidNiacinamideAllantoinVitamin E

Brand claims

1% Hyaluronic Acid Aqua Gel texture SPF 50 PA++++ Hydrating

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