Comparison between EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 - Tinted vs. Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Natural Sun Cream SPF 50+/PA++++

EltaMD

UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 - Tinted

Isntree

Hyaluronic Acid Natural Sun Cream SPF 50+/PA++++

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22 Ingredients 26

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9.0%

Water

Zinc Oxide

7.5%

Cyclohexasiloxane

Octinoxate

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Water

Propanediol

Cyclopentasiloxane

Propylheptyl Caprylate

Niacinamide

Isododecane

Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate

Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

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Uniqueness17 out of 22

77.3%

Uniqueness21 out of 26

80.8%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

3 out of 22

14%

chemical

15 out of 22

68%

natural

6 out of 26

23%

chemical

18 out of 26

69%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Butylene Glycol^#9Sodium Hyaluronate^#13

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 1

Zinc Oxide^#2Isopropyl Palmitate^#19

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 2

Zinc Oxide^#2Octinoxate^#4Lactic Acid^#15

Dry skin

Positive: 5Negative: 0

1,2-Hexanediol^#15Tocopherol^#22Sodium Hyaluronate^#23Betaine^#24Panthenol^#26

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#2

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#2

Detailed view

EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 - Tinted vs. Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Natural Sun Cream SPF 50+/PA++++

Position 1

#19.0%

Origin: No information

Role: No information

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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

Both products have the same component on this position.

#2Zinc Oxide

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.

Position 3

#37.5%

Origin: No information

Role: No information

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#3Cyclohexasiloxane

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning, Solvent

Hair conditioning

EWG Rating [ 2 ]

CIR Rating [ A ]

Position 4

#4Octinoxate

Origin: chemical

Role: No information

UV Protection

EWG Rating [ 5 ]

Octinoxate is an effective sun protector that absorbs UV-B rays mostly. That means it can help to protect the skin from burns and from cancer. It’s also a solvent for other sunscreen components. This helps manufacturers to make products less oily.

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#4Butyloctyl Salicylate

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Solvent

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

Position 5

#5Water

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.

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#5Propanediol

Origin: chemical

Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent

Moisturizing

Hair conditioning

EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.