Comparison between Blue Lizard Kids Mineral Sunscreen vs. Banana Boat Sport Sensitive Mineral Based Sunscreen SPF 50+

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Ingredients in both products 2
Components only in Blue Lizard Kids Mineral Sunscreen 13
Uniqueness: 86.7%
Components only in Banana Boat Sport Sensitive Mineral Based Sunscreen SPF 50+ 18
Uniqueness: 90.0%

Face to Face

Components position by position
1
Zinc Oxide
1
Water
2
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract
2
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
3
Behenyl Behenate
3
Zinc Oxide
4
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
4
Isohexadecane
5
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5
Butyloctyl Salicylate
6
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
6
Titanium Dioxide
7
Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
7
Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer
8
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil
8
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, UV Protection, Moisturizing, Softening, Soothing, Nutrifying, Antiseptic
Effects unique for Kids Mineral Sunscreen:
Acne fighting, Anti-aging, Lightening, Healing, Elasticity improvement, Tones up skin, Regeneration, Hair growth stimulating
Effects unique for Sport Sensitive Mineral Based Sunscreen SPF 50+:
Protection, Hair structure improvement, Hair gloss
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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
10 out of 15
67%
chemical
2 out of 15
13%
natural
7 out of 20
35%
chemical
11 out of 20
55%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil#11Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil#12Tocopherol#15
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Zinc Oxide#1Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil#6
Sensitive skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Zinc Oxide#1Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract#2
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Glycerin#18
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Zinc Oxide#3
Sensitive skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Zinc Oxide#3Titanium Dioxide#6

Detailed view

Blue Lizard Kids Mineral Sunscreen vs. Banana Boat Sport Sensitive Mineral Based Sunscreen SPF 50+
Position 1

#1Zinc Oxide

Origin: natural
Role: Bulking agent, Colorant
UV Protection
Antiseptic
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Zinc Oxide is a great physical sunscreen, meaning it deflects the UV rays. It’s the only natural mineral sun protector recommended by the FDA for babies. It’s good for sensitive skin because it’s less irritating than chemical sunscreens.

It has very nice spectrum protection. It helps to protect from UVA I, UVA II, and UVB and nowadays it’s the broadest range of sunscreen used in cosmetics. In other words, it’s brilliant in its league.

The negative side is that it can feel heavy on the skin. It can leave a slight whitish tint on the surface of the skin and some people may not like this. Keep in mind that it’s relatively easy to wash off, so it’s better to use water-resistant sunscreens if you are swimming.

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#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2

#2Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Humectant
Antioxidant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#2Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

Position 3

#3Behenyl Behenate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#3Zinc Oxide

Origin: natural
Role: Bulking agent, Colorant
UV Protection
Antiseptic
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Zinc Oxide is a great physical sunscreen, meaning it deflects the UV rays. It’s the only natural mineral sun protector recommended by the FDA for babies. It’s good for sensitive skin because it’s less irritating than chemical sunscreens.

It has very nice spectrum protection. It helps to protect from UVA I, UVA II, and UVB and nowadays it’s the broadest range of sunscreen used in cosmetics. In other words, it’s brilliant in its league.

The negative side is that it can feel heavy on the skin. It can leave a slight whitish tint on the surface of the skin and some people may not like this. Keep in mind that it’s relatively easy to wash off, so it’s better to use water-resistant sunscreens if you are swimming.

Position 4

#4Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Viscosity controlling agent
UV Protection
Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Shea Butter is a great natural moisturizer everybody knows about. And it’s popular for a reason. It contains 5 essential fatty acids (palmitic, stearic, oleic, linoleic, and arachidonic), vitamins (A, D, E, F), and catechins, which are antioxidants. It moisturizes the skin and protects it from UV, cold, and other negative factors. It can be used on its own and will not harm your skin even in very high concentrations.

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#4Isohexadecane

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Solvent
Softening
Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 5

#5Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

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#5Butyloctyl Salicylate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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