Comparison between EltaMD UV Aox Elements Tinted Mineral Face Sunscreen, SPF 50 vs. Avene Sunscreen Emulsion SPF 50+

EltaMD

UV Aox Elements Tinted Mineral Face Sunscreen, SPF 50

Avene

Sunscreen Emulsion SPF 50+

- 27 components -

- 37 components -

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Ingredients in both products 3

Water, Dimethicone, Tocopherol

Components only in EltaMD UV Aox Elements Tinted Mineral Face Sunscreen, SPF 50 24

Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone and 19 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 88.9%

Components only in Avene Sunscreen Emulsion SPF 50+ 34

Octocrylene, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol Nano, Diisopropyl Adipate and 29 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 91.9%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Zinc Oxide

Water

Titanium Dioxide

Octocrylene

Water

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Dimethicone

Butylene Glycol

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol Nano

Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate

Dimethicone

Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

Diisopropyl Adipate

Cetyl Dimethicone

Titanium Dioxidenano

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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, UV Protection, Moisturizing, Softening, Soothing, Anti-aging, Antifungal, Antiseptic, Regeneration, Protection

Effects unique for UV Aox Elements Tinted Mineral Face Sunscreen, SPF 50:

Lightening, Healing, Elasticity improvement, Nutrifying, Rejuvenation

Effects unique for Sunscreen Emulsion SPF 50+:

Cleansing, Hair conditioning, Hair gloss, 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

8 out of 27

30%

chemical

16 out of 27

59%

natural

6 out of 37

16%

chemical

27 out of 37

73%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Sodium Hyaluronate^#17Tocopherol^#20

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#1

Sensitive skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#1Titanium Dioxide^#2

Dry skin

Positive: 4Negative: 0

Butylene Glycol^#4Propylene Glycol^#29Stearyl Alcohol^#33Tocopherol^#34

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 1

Glyceryl Stearate SE^#13

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

EltaMD UV Aox Elements Tinted Mineral Face Sunscreen, SPF 50 vs. Avene Sunscreen Emulsion SPF 50+

Position 1

#1Zinc Oxide (13.5%)

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.