Brightening Up Sun
Dr.G Brightening Up Sun scores 6.8/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Lightweight silicone carrier
Octinoxate — UVB filter
Silicone-based emollient
Score breakdown
Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes Dr.G Brightening Up Sun stand out
Dr.G Brightening Up Sun is a solid spf with an overall score of 6.8/9.8. Positioned in the mid-range bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Cyclohexasiloxane — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
Key ingredients
- ✶Cyclopentasiloxane
Softens and smooths — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV protection — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Cyclohexasiloxane
Softens and smooths — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV protection — #6 in the INCI list
- ✶Butylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #7 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
37 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Softens and smooths13
- Draws in moisture4
- Holds the formula together4
- Works on your skin4
- Other ingredient3
- UV protection3
- Added colour3
- Keeps the product fresh3