ISDIN Fusion Water for dry sensitive skin
Sodium Hyaluronate
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
Tocopheryl Acetate
Superior
- SuperiorDry Skin Fit
- SuperiorEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
One of the best sunscreens for dry sensitive skin.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Excellent suitability for your dry and sensitive skin as Sodium Hyaluronate and Tocopheryl Acetate provide deep hydration and antioxidant protection, addressing your dryness and flakiness effectively.
- The high concentration of UV filters like Octocrylene and Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine ensures superior sun protection, which is crucial for maintaining skin health.
- The product is safe for your skin, containing no harsh ingredients and including soothing components that prevent irritation.
How to apply
- Use this moisturizing sunscreen daily in your morning routine. Reapply every two hours if you are staying outdoors.
- Apply this product at the very end of your morning routine right after your regular moisturizer.
- Gently pat a nickel-sized amount of the moisturizing sunscreen evenly across your face and neck.
- Apply this product onto clean, dry skin before you go outside into the sun.
- Avoid the immediate eye area and do a patch test before your first use to check for sensitivity.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 300+ reviewsThis product is highly regarded for its ultra-lightweight, fast-absorbing formula that effectively hydrates and protects without leaving a white cast, making it suitable for oily, acne-prone, and sensitive skin. It also performs well under makeup, providing a smooth finish. Some users with sensitive eyes have reported watering, and the small bottle size is considered expensive for daily use by a moderate number of reviewers.
Highlights
Leaves no white cast Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't leave you white as a ghost”
- “leaving no trace of white cast in the process”
- “invisible on all skin tones without the struggle of blending”
- “The best sunscreen for dry skin with zero white cast.”
Lightweight watery texture Mostly Mentioned
- “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply”
- “barely there consistency, which feels comfortable on the skin”
- “Lightweight, watery (in a good way) texture.”
- “A very good lite weight with a quick absorbing power product”
Hydrating under makeup Often Mentioned
- “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey.”
- “great base for makeup, as it gives my foundation something a bit more viscous to grip onto”
- “doesn't pill; it layers well under makeup”
- “intensely hydrating... daily facial sunscreen”
Suits sensitive/oily skin Sometimes Noted
- “perfect for sensitive cum oily skin people”
- “No clogged pores, no breakouts.”
- “If you have oily skin, you'll absolutely love this product.”
- “he has extremly sensitive/reactive skin... loves this product so much”
Expensive small bottle Sometimes Noted
- “My only wish is that ISDIN would make this product in a bigger size bottle.”
- “It's a little too pricey for such a small bottle.”
- “It works fine but is a small tube and very expensive.”
- “Aside from the price, it ticks all the right boxes”
May sting eyes Rarely Noted
- “this did make my eyes water water in the sun.”
- “a lot of you guys actually commented. that this does irritate your eyes”
- “in case you have sensitive eye area be careful with this one”
Noticeable fragrance Rarely Noted
- “it does have a smell it does have fragrance. and it's not necessarily a pleasant one.”
- “it does have a fragrance that's noticeable.”
- “if you already know your skin is reacting to fragrance... this sunscreen is a no for you”
Sources: lovi.care, dermstore.com, whowhatwear.com, lovelyskin.com, youtube.com, ebunoluwole.com, and more
Questions and answers
What makes ISDIN Fusion Water one of the best fits for dry sensitive skin?
This product is an exceptional fit because sodium hyaluronate and tocopheryl acetate provide deep hydration and antioxidant protection that effectively relieve dryness and flakiness. Its high concentration of UV filters ensures superior sun protection, and its gentle formula is safe and unlikely to cause irritation.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Sodium Hyaluronate and Tocopheryl Acetate make this cream a great fit by providing deep hydration to soothe dryness and flakiness. Tocopheryl Acetate also offers gentle antioxidant protection without causing irritation to sensitive skin.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for dry sensitive skin?
Hyaluronic acid is a great fit for dry, sensitive skin because it brings a large boost in hydration, making the skin feel soft and smooth while improving barrier function. It helps calm tightness and dryness, and is unlikely to cause irritation.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Dermatology and Therapy, 2021
What does Avobenzone do for dry sensitive skin?
Avobenzone helps protect dry sensitive skin from harmful UVA rays that cause aging and sunburn. Because this ingredient may sometimes cause irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive types, it is unlikely to be a good fit on its own and needs soothing, gentle ingredients and proper formulation to keep skin calm and protected.
International Journal of Women's Dermatology, 2019European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2023
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This moisturizing spf goes in the morning step of your skincare routine after your cleanser and soothing toner. It provides high sun protection along with deep hydration and antioxidant protection to help keep your skin comfortable and safe.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this moisturizing spf in the morning as the last step before sun exposure, keeping retinol for your evening routine. Applying a hydrating sunscreen by day helps protect your dry skin while it recovers from the strong effects of evening treatments.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this moisturizing spf every morning as the final step of your daytime routine. Using it daily helps keep your dry and sensitive skin protected from the sun while providing deep hydration and antioxidant benefits to soothe dryness and flakiness.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
ISDIN Fusion Water is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry sensitive skin. Its gentle formula avoids harsh ingredients, making it safe for your skin type without triggering irritation.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
What the research says
Vitamin E in O/W and W/O emulsions significantly increased stratum corneum hydration and enhanced water-binding capacity, with an optimum concentration of 5%.
Arzneimittel-Forschung, 1998Co-encapsulation of alpha-tocopherol and alpha-tocopheryl acetate in nanostructured lipid carrier gel formulations significantly enhanced moisture retention up to 68% and improved skin elasticity in human volunteers compared to a solution gel.
Scientific Reports, 2025Optimized transfersomes loaded with epigallocatechin-3-gallate and hyaluronic acid increased cell viability while reducing lipid peroxidation, intracellular ROS, and MMP expression in HaCaT cells, and exhibited higher skin permeation and deposition compared to plain EGCG.
Drug Delivery, 2017Incorporating rosmarinic acid into sunscreens enhanced the in vivo SPF of octocrylene by over 157% and reduced lipid peroxidation in the human stratum corneum.
Antioxidants, 2025Dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate showed non-comedogenic potential with less than a 50% increase in microcomedones in 12 healthy male subjects compared to octyl palmitate.
Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Encapsulation of ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate and butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane in lipid microparticles significantly reduced their in vivo human skin penetration compared to nonencapsulated filters.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2011Microencapsulation of the BMDBM/HP-beta-CD complex in lipid microparticles significantly decreased the percutaneous penetration of the UV filter into the stratum corneum of human volunteers compared to the non-encapsulated sunscreen agent.
Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis, 2011Following human skin application of an O/W emulsion containing 2% BMDBM loaded in lipospheres, 15% of the sunscreen accumulated in the uppermost layers of the stratum corneum without remarkably modifying skin permeation compared to unencapsulated sunscreen.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2008Maximal topical applications of 6% bemotrizinol in a model sunscreen formulation did not result in meaningful systemic exposure in humans.
Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, 2023A topical sunscreen containing octyl triazone, phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, and methylbenzylidene camphor prevented UVB-induced suppression of intercellular adhesion molecule-1 expression and mixed-lymphocyte reaction in epidermal cell cultures compared to control sunscreens with comparable SPF lacking octyl triazone.
Toxicology in Vitro, 1994Topical application of an antioxidant serum containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented particulate matter-induced degradation of extracellular matrix components, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the skin of 15 female volunteers compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Topical application of an antioxidant mix containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented PM and UV-induced skin barrier perturbation, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers, MMP9 activation, and Type I collagen loss in 15 healthy females compared to untreated exposed skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024A topical antioxidant serum significantly reduced air pollution-induced skin pigmentation and proinflammatory gene expression ex vivo, and improved skin aging signs in 40 healthy adult females after 90 days of daily use.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Ingredients
Water, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Dimethicone, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Polysilicone-15, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate Dicaprate, Tromethamine, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Silica, Dimethicone Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polysorbate 60, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Parfum, Disodium Edta, Peg-8, Tocopherol, Tropolone, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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