Purifide by Acnecide Daily Moisturiser SPF30 is a lightweight, non-greasy face moisturiser with broad-spectrum SPF30 UVA and UVB filters, made for sensitive, spot-prone and acne-prone skin. It is a cosmetic moisturiser, not a medicated acne treatment. 50ml tube, sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).
Key facts
| Type | Cosmetic daily face moisturiser with sun protection — not a medicated acne treatment |
|---|---|
| Sun protection | SPF30, broad-spectrum UVA and UVB filters |
| UV filters | Octocrylene, ethylhexyl salicylate and butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane |
| Key ingredients | Glycyrrhetinic acid (from liquorice root), allantoin, zinc gluconate, glycerin, hydroxypalmitoyl sphinganine, panthenol (provitamin B5) and vitamin E |
| Skin type | Sensitive, spot-prone and acne-prone skin; helps mattify the look of oily skin |
| Age | Adults and teenagers aged 12 years and over |
| Use | Apply each morning to cleansed skin on the face and neck, and reapply through the day to maintain SPF protection |
| Pack | 50ml tube |
Who it is for
- Teenagers and adults aged 12 and over with spot-prone or acne-prone skin who want daily sun protection built into their moisturiser.
- People using a benzoyl peroxide treatment such as Acnecide who need a light moisturiser and UV protection alongside it.
- Anyone with oily skin who wants a non-greasy SPF that does not leave a heavy finish or a white cast.
Not suitable for: Anyone with a known allergy to any of the ingredients. Avoid getting it into the eyes. It is a cosmetic moisturiser, so it does not treat acne on its own — speak to a pharmacist if spots are painful, widespread or not improving.
How to use
- Read the instructions supplied with the product before use. For external use only.
- Cleanse the skin first. If you use a spot treatment, apply it and let it absorb before the moisturiser.
- Apply a thin, even layer over the face and neck each morning. Avoid the eyes and lips.
- Reapply through the day as needed to maintain SPF protection, particularly after swimming, sweating, towelling or washing.
Frequently asked questions
Does it treat acne?
No. It is a cosmetic moisturiser with SPF30 designed for skin that is prone to spots. It does not contain an acne medicine such as benzoyl peroxide.
Can I use it with Acnecide gel?
Yes. Apply the treatment first and let it absorb, then apply the moisturiser. It is designed to be used alongside Acnecide benzoyl peroxide treatments.
What age is it for?
Adults and teenagers aged 12 years and over.
How much sun protection does it give?
SPF30 with broad-spectrum UVA and UVB filters. Reapply through the day, especially after swimming, sweating or towelling, to keep that protection up.
Will it feel greasy?
It is a lightweight, non-greasy formula that helps mattify the look of oily skin and leaves no white cast.
Safety and storage
- For external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes; if it gets into the eyes, rinse thoroughly with water.
- Stop using it if the skin becomes irritated, and speak to a pharmacist.
- Sunscreen is only part of sun protection: also cover up and limit time in strong sun.
- Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Always follow the instructions supplied with the product.
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