#147) Shopping for Sunscreens in 2025! | Chemist Confessions Podcast
It’s the last sunscreen episode of 2025 (we promise!). The chemists have been mulling over all of the recent sunscreen drama. Ultimately, they’ve decided that the most constructive way to address everyone’s concerns is to walk everyone through how to properly shop for sunscreens in 2025. In this guided tour of sunscreens, they will also address concerns on SPF boosters and even how to process the concerning results published by Choice.
00:20 | Chemist Confessions Podcast: Addressing the Sunscreen Drama
01:00 | How to Shop for Sunscreen
01:49 | Method to Shop for Sunscreen: Addressing Concerns and Finding Confidence
02:29 | Starting Point: Chemical Fluid or Lotion Formulas
03:17 | Asian or EU Sunscreens (Chemical)
05:29 | Why are US Sunscreens Different? (Texture Discussion)
07:41 | When to Choose Mineral Sunscreens (Acne, Irritation, Sensitivity)
08:40 | Mineral Sunscreen Controversy: Are "Mineral" Sunscreens Truly Mineral?
09:58 | Understanding UV Boosters in Sunscreen Formulas
12:01 | Quirky Traits of Mineral Sunscreens: White Cast and Powdery Formulas
30 for 30 Sunscreen Challenge Compiled Summary
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https://shopmy.us/collections/1766357
Other products discussed this 2025 Podcast Season
https://shopmy.us/collections/1280514
Product Shoutout:
Blank Slate Gentle Gel Cleanser
https://chemistconfessions.com/products/blank-slate-cleanser
Enrichment Content:
Can You Layer Foundation With Sunscreen
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQ0Dlb0WXvc&t=1356s
Chemists’ Complete Sunscreen Review Guide
https://chemistconfessions.com/blogs/how-to-best-use-cleansers
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#146) 100 Days of Double Cleansing
Victoria recently decided to commit to 100 days of double cleansing on her oily, acne-prone skin. In those 100 days, she tests 10 cleansing oils and 10 gel cleansers. They discuss their likes, dislikes, and surprise discoveries amongst these formulas. Ultimately, the chemists’ goal in this experiment is to answer the question, “Should you be double cleansing every day?” Additionally, they hope that in this experiment they can help pinpoint what traits to look for in a good oil cleanser and gel cleanser. Enjoy!
Products Enjoyed in the 100 Days of Double Cleansing Journey
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https://shopmy.us/collections/1942385
Other products discussed this 2025 Podcast Season
https://shopmy.us/collections/1280514
Product Shoutout:
Blank Slate Gentle Gel Cleanser
https://chemistconfessions.com/products/blank-slate-cleanser
Enrichment Content:
Chemists’ Review 5 Kbeauty Cleansing Oils
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WiF-LYh1no&t=380s
Chemists’ Double Cleansing Guide
https://chemistconfessions.com/blogs/how-to-best-use-cleansers
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#145) 5 Ethyl Ascorbic Acid Products Compared
In this episode, we put five popular vitamin C serums featuring 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid to the test: Beauty of Joseon Light on Serum, Elf C+E+Feruic Acid Serum, Olay Vitamin C Brightening Serum, Innisfree Green Tean Enzyme Vitamin C, and Numbuz:n 5+. This is a wild category of products. Unlike the CE Ferulic dupes, the range is far and wide in between! From texture critiques (why so sticky, Elf?) to actives breakdown, we decode the labels and share which formulas we’d choose — and which ones barely count as a vitamin C serum at all.
Products Discussed this 2025 Podcast Season
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https://shopmy.us/collections/1280514
Product Shoutout:
Mr. Reliable Moisturizer with 3% Ceramide Complex
https://chemistconfessions.com/products/mr-reliable-lightweight-moisturizer
Enrichment Content:
EP144: Is 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid a worthy vitamin C derivative?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9wfbFIUIJg
From the Blog: Which Vitamin C Derivative is Best for My Skin
https://chemistconfessions.com/blogs/which-vitamin-c-derivative-is-the-best-for-my-skin
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#144) Is 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid a worthy vitamin C derivative
Is 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid truly a gentler, more stable form of vitamin C, or just a shiny chemical cousin? We unpack the science, separate facts from marketing fluff, and reveal what this ingredient really does for your skin.
Products Discussed this 2025 Podcast Season
a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist.
https://shopmy.us/collections/1280514
Recommended 30 for 30 Sunscreens 2025
a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist.
https://shopmy.us/collections/1766357
Product Shoutout:
Blank Slate Gentle Gel Cleanser
https://chemistconfessions.com/products/blank-slate-cleanser
Enrichment Content:
Sunscreen Layering Guide
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQ0Dlb0WXvc
Do We Absorb Sunscreen Filters into Our Bloodstreams?
https://chemistconfessions.com/blogs/controversy-corner-do-we-absorb-sunscreen-filters-into-our-bloodstreams
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#143) 30 Sunscreens in 30 Days 2025 Pt.2!
In this extended 30 for 30 finale, we review 30 chemical sunscreens across drugstore, mid-tier, international, and luxury categories. breaking down textures, performance, pilling, greasy finishes, and even surprise standouts like Banana Boat Light as Air. Perfect for anyone struggling to find their next go-to SPF!
Products Discussed this 2025 Podcast Season
*a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist.
https://shopmy.us/collections/1280514
Recommended 30 for 30 Sunscreens 2025
*a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist.
https://shopmy.us/collections/1766357
Product Shoutout:
Blank Slate Gentle Gel Cleanser
https://chemistconfessions.com/products/blank-slate-cleanser
Enrichment Content:
Sunscreen Layering Guide
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQ0Dlb0WXvc
Do We Absorb Sunscreen Filters into Our Bloodstreams?
https://chemistconfessions.com/blogs/controversy-corner-do-we-absorb-sunscreen-filters-into-our-bloodstreams
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Skincare chemists Gloria & Victoria’s weekly conversation on all things skincare science.
The podcast covers notable skincare news, decoding outrageous claims, demystifying the overwhelming product landscapes, and answering your burning skincare questions. Tune in if you might need help building a skincare routine, finding a serum that’ll ACTUALLY deliver, or just want to have a few laughs on some of the crazy things you see in skincare.
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