Comparison between Facetology Triple Care Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ vs. Acnaway 3 In 1 Acne Sun Serum

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42 Ingredients 48

1
Water
1
Water
2
Mineral Oil
2
Butylene Glycol
3
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
3
Glyserin
4
Niacinamide
4
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
5
Glycerin
5
Octocrylene
6
Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract
6
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
7
Titanium Dioxide
7
Salicylic Acid
8
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
8
Cyclopentasiloxane
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Uniqueness32 out of 42
76.2%
Uniqueness38 out of 48
79.2%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
14 out of 42
33%
chemical
18 out of 42
43%
natural
12 out of 48
25%
chemical
25 out of 48
52%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#5Morus Alba Bark Extract#18Propylene Glycol#29Butylene Glycol#36
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Zinc Oxide#10Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil#11Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate#12
Sensitive skin
Positive: 2Negative: 1
Titanium Dioxide#7Zinc Oxide#10Citric Acid#35
Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#21,2-Hexanediol#10Propylene Glycol#19Allantoin#21Sodium Hyaluronate#27
Oily skin
Positive: 3Negative: 2
Salicylic Acid#7Allantoin#21Zinc Oxide#24Sorbitan Oleate#22Stearic Acid#34
Sensitive skin
Positive: 2Negative: 1
Allantoin#21Zinc Oxide#24Salicylic Acid#7

Detailed view

Facetology Triple Care Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ vs. Acnaway 3 In 1 Acne Sun Serum
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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

#2Mineral Oil

Origin: No information
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Solvent
Moisturizing
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

Position 3

#3Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#3Glyserin

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 4

#4Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

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#4Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 5

#5Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#5Octocrylene

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
UV Protection
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Octocrylene is an organic chemical sunscreen. It protects against UVA and UVB rays that can damage your skin or even lead to melanoma. It also stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients in a formulation and increases the water resistance of a product. It is approved by the FDA in concentrations of up to 10%. It’s not a very effective component on its own, that’s why manufacturers combine it with other chemical sunscreens.

Despite its effectiveness, there are some “cons” against the component. As with any other chemical sunscreen, it is absorbed and can be detected in blood. This doesn’t mean the component is harmful, but still… Octocrylene should also be used carefully by anyone who is breastfeeding because it can be found in breast milk.

Anyway, the component isn’t researched quite well despite its popularity. More studies are required to determine how safe the component is.

Despite its effectiveness, there are some “cons” against the component. As with any other chemical sunscreen, it is absorbed and can be detected in blood. This doesn’t mean the component is harmful, but still… Octocrylene should also be used carefully by anyone who is breastfeeding because it can be found in breast milk.

Anyway, the component isn’t researched quite well despite its popularity. More studies are required to determine how safe the component is.

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