Comparison between CeraVe Hydrating Sheer Face And Body Sunscreen SPF 30 vs. Vanicream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ (2021 Reformulation)

CeraVe

Hydrating Sheer Face And Body Sunscreen SPF 30

Vanicream

Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ (2021 Reformulation)

- 39 components -

- 23 components -

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Ingredients in both products 5

Zinc Oxide, Water, Propanediol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Caprylyl Glycol

Components only in CeraVe Hydrating Sheer Face And Body Sunscreen SPF 30 34

Homosalate, Octisalate, Octocrylene, Glycerin, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate and 29 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 87.2%

Components only in Vanicream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ (2021 Reformulation) 18

Allantoin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethiconol/Propylsilsesquioxane/Silicate Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate and 13 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 78.3%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Homosalate

Zinc Oxide

Octisalate

Allantoin

Octocrylene

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Zinc Oxide

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Water

Caprylyl Glycol

Glycerin

Dimethiconol/Propylsilsesquioxane/Silicate Crosspolymer

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Glyceryl Behenate

Propanediol

Glyceryl Dibehenate

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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, UV Protection, Moisturizing, Cleansing, Acne fighting, Pore Shrinking, Softening, Soothing, Antiseptic, Hair conditioning

Effects unique for Hydrating Sheer Face And Body Sunscreen SPF 30:

Anti-aging, Lightening, Lifting, Elasticity improvement, Rejuvenation, Deodorant, Protection, Hair structure improvement, Hair volumizing, Hair gloss, Hair protection, Hair growth stimulating

Effects unique for Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ (2021 Reformulation):

Tones up skin, Regeneration, Anti dandruff

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

9 out of 39

23%

chemical

24 out of 39

62%

natural

6 out of 23

26%

chemical

14 out of 23

61%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Glycerin^#6Sodium Hyaluronate^#25

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#4

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 2

Zinc Oxide^#4Citric Acid^#30Benzoic Acid^#39

Dry skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Allantoin^#21,2-Hexanediol^#14

Oily skin

Positive: 2Negative: 2

Zinc Oxide^#1Allantoin^#2Glyceryl Stearate SE^#9Isopropyl Isostearate^#11

Sensitive skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#1Allantoin^#2

Detailed view

CeraVe Hydrating Sheer Face And Body Sunscreen SPF 30 vs. Vanicream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ (2021 Reformulation)

Position 1

#1Homosalate (6%)

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient

UV Protection

EWG Rating [ 2 ]

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#1Zinc Oxide (12%)

Origin: natural

Role: Bulking agent, Colorant

UV Protection

Antiseptic

Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

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.