Comparison between EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 vs. CeraVe Am Facial Moisturizing Lotion With Sunscreen

EltaMD

UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

CeraVe

Am Facial Moisturizing Lotion With Sunscreen

- 17 components -

- 25 components -

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Ingredients in both products 4

Zinc Oxide, Octinoxate, Water, Niacinamide

Components only in EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 13

Cyclomethicone, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether and 8 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 76.5%

Components only in CeraVe Am Facial Moisturizing Lotion With Sunscreen 21

Homosalate, Octocrylene, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin and 16 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 84.0%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Zinc Oxide

Homosalate

Octinoxate

Water

Octocrylene

Cyclomethicone

Zinc Oxide

Niacinamide

Water

Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate

Niacinamide

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Behentrimonium Methosulfate

Polyisobutene

Cetearyl Alcohol

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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, Anti-aging, Lightening, Elasticity improvement, Nutrifying, Rejuvenation, Antiseptic, Protection, Hair structure improvement, Hair protection

Effects unique for UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46:

Healing, Antistatic, Hair conditioning, Hair growth stimulating

Effects unique for Am Facial Moisturizing Lotion With Sunscreen:

Tones up skin, Hair volumizing, Hair gloss

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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 17

18%

chemical

12 out of 17

71%

natural

6 out of 25

24%

chemical

18 out of 25

72%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Sodium Hyaluronate^#10Butylene Glycol^#15

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#1

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 2

Zinc Oxide^#1Octinoxate^#2Lactic Acid^#12

Dry skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Glycerin^#9

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#4

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 1

Zinc Oxide^#4Octinoxate^#2

Detailed view

EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 vs. CeraVe Am Facial Moisturizing Lotion With Sunscreen

Position 1

#1Zinc Oxide (9%)

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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#1Homosalate (12%)

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient

UV Protection

EWG Rating [ 2 ]