Comparison between EltaMD UV Active Broad-Spectrum SPF 50 vs. SkinCeuticals Ultra Facial UV Defense SPF 50

EltaMD

UV Active Broad-Spectrum SPF 50

SkinCeuticals

Ultra Facial UV Defense SPF 50

- 32 components -

- 33 components -

Find out which product is better for your skin.

Ingredients in both products 7

Titanium Dioxide, Water, Glycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum and 2 more. Show.

Components only in EltaMD UV Active Broad-Spectrum SPF 50 25

Zinc Oxide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethyl Macadamiate, Sorbitan Olivate and 20 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 78.1%

Components only in SkinCeuticals Ultra Facial UV Defense SPF 50 26

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Drometrizole, Trisiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propylene Glycol and 21 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 78.8%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Zinc Oxide

Water

Titanium Dioxide

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Water

Drometrizole

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Trisiloxane

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Cyclopentasiloxane

Ethyl Macadamiate

Glycerin

Propylene Glycol

Sorbitan Olivate

Titanium Dioxide

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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, UV Protection, Moisturizing, Cleansing, Softening, Soothing, Anti-aging, Antiseptic, Regeneration, Hair structure improvement, Hair gloss

Effects unique for UV Active Broad-Spectrum SPF 50:

Acne fighting, Healing, Anesthetic, Tones up skin

Effects unique for Ultra Facial UV Defense SPF 50:

Protection, Hair conditioning, Hair protection

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

12 out of 32

38%

chemical

16 out of 32

50%

natural

8 out of 33

24%

chemical

22 out of 33

67%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 3Negative: 0

Glycerin^#71,2-Hexanediol^#20Tocopherol^#31

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#1

Sensitive skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#1Titanium Dioxide^#2

Dry skin

Positive: 5Negative: 1

Glycerin^#6Propylene Glycol^#7Palmitic Acid^#16Butylene Glycol^#27Tocopherol^#28Alcohol Denatured^#9

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 3

Stearic Acid^#14Glyceryl Stearate SE^#18Glyceryl Stearate SE^#33

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Titanium Dioxide^#8

Detailed view

EltaMD UV Active Broad-Spectrum SPF 50 vs. SkinCeuticals Ultra Facial UV Defense SPF 50

Position 1

#1Zinc Oxide (19%)

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.

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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.