Comparison between Innisfree Daily UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 36 vs. EltaMD UV Clear Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

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Ingredients in both products 3
Components only in Innisfree Daily UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 36 38
Uniqueness: 92.7%
Components only in EltaMD UV Clear Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 14
Uniqueness: 82.4%

Face to Face

Components position by position
1
Water
1
Zinc Oxide
2
Homosalate
2
Octinoxate
3
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
3
Water
4
Butylene Glycol
4
Cyclomethicone
5
Cyclopentasiloxane
5
Niacinamide
6
Butyloctyl Salicylate
6
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
7
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
7
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
8
Avobenzone
8
Polyisobutene
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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, Rejuvenation, Antiseptic, Protection, Hair conditioning, Hair structure improvement, Hair protection, Hair growth stimulating
Effects unique for Daily UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 36:
Lifting, Antifungal, Deodorant, Anticellulite, Antiviral, Tones up skin, Regeneration, Anti dandruff, Hair strengthening, Hair gloss, Hair follicle nutrition
Effects unique for UV Clear Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 46:
Healing, Elasticity improvement, Antistatic, Nutrifying
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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
19 out of 41
46%
chemical
19 out of 41
46%
natural
3 out of 17
18%
chemical
12 out of 17
71%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#41,2-Hexanediol#13Tocopherol#31Glycerin#33
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#27Glyceryl Stearate SE#11
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#39
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

Detailed view

Innisfree Daily UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 36 vs. EltaMD UV Clear Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
Position 1

#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.

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#1Zinc Oxide (9%)

Origin: natural
Role: Bulking agent, Colorant
UV Protection
Antiseptic
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Good for oily skin
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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