Comparison between EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 vs. Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield SPF 50 (PA+++)

EltaMD

UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

Colorescience

Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield SPF 50 (PA+++)

- 17 components -

- 41 components -

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Ingredients in both products 4

Zinc Oxide, Water, Niacinamide, Phenoxyethanol

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

Octinoxate, Cyclomethicone, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene and 8 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 76.5%

Components only in Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield SPF 50 (PA+++) 37

Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isododecane, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer and 32 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 90.2%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Zinc Oxide

Octinoxate

Water

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Cyclomethicone

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Niacinamide

Isododecane

Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate

Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Polyisobutene

Propanediol

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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, Healing, Elasticity improvement, Antiseptic, Protection, Hair conditioning, Hair structure improvement, Hair protection

Effects unique for UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46:

Antistatic, Nutrifying, Rejuvenation, Hair growth stimulating

Effects unique for Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield SPF 50 (PA+++):

Antifungal, Deodorant, Regeneration, 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

9 out of 41

22%

chemical

24 out of 41

59%

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: 4Negative: 0

Allantoin^#14Glycerin^#20Tocopherol^#21Betaine^#28

Oily skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#1Allantoin^#14

Sensitive skin

Positive: 2Negative: 1

Zinc Oxide^#1Allantoin^#14Benzoic Acid^#37

Detailed view

EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 vs. Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield SPF 50 (PA+++)

Position 1

Both products have the same component on this position.

#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.