Comparison between Naturium UV Reflect Antioxidant SPF 50 vs. Prequel Sun Barrier

Naturium

UV Reflect Antioxidant SPF 50

Prequel

Sun Barrier

- 38 components -

- 44 components -

Find out which product is better for your skin.

Ingredients in both products 5

Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Lauroyl Lysine, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol

Components only in Naturium UV Reflect Antioxidant SPF 50 33

Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate, Isododecane, Polymethyl Methacrylate and 28 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 86.8%

Components only in Prequel Sun Barrier 39

Zinc Oxide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diisooctyl Succinate, Propanediol, Glycerin and 34 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 88.6%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Avobenzone

Zinc Oxide

Homosalate

Water

Octisalate

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Water

Diisooctyl Succinate

Isododecane

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Polymethyl Methacrylate

Propanediol

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Glycerin

Acrylates Copolymer

Cetearyl Olivate

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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, UV Protection, Moisturizing, Softening, Soothing, Anti-aging, Lightening, Healing, Antifungal, Antiseptic, Deodorant, Hair conditioning

Effects unique for UV Reflect Antioxidant SPF 50:

Cleansing, Acne fighting, Lifting, Regeneration, Tooth whitening, Hair protection, Hair growth stimulating

Effects unique for Sun Barrier:

Elasticity improvement, Nutrifying, Rejuvenation, Anticellulite, Antiviral, Tones up skin, Protection, Hair strengthening, Hair structure improvement, 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

9 out of 38

24%

chemical

24 out of 38

63%

natural

17 out of 44

39%

chemical

23 out of 44

52%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 3Negative: 0

Butylene Glycol^#11Tocopherol^#29Propylene Glycol^#36

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 1

Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil^#20

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 1

Citric Acid^#37

Dry skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Glycerin^#7

Oily skin

Positive: 3Negative: 1

Zinc Oxide^#1Calendula Officinalis (Pot Marigold) Flower Extract^#17Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract^#18Sorbitan Oleate^#40

Sensitive skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Zinc Oxide^#1Titanium Dioxide^#41

Detailed view

Naturium UV Reflect Antioxidant SPF 50 vs. Prequel Sun Barrier

Position 1

#1Avobenzone (3%)

Origin: chemical

Role: No information

UV Protection

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Avobenzone is the only chemical UV-protection component with a broad spectrum coverage. It can help to block both UVA I and UVA II rays. It's safe and it is allowed to use at a 3% concentration in the USA and a 5% concentration in the EU countries.

There is one problem: avobenzone loses efficiency when exposed to the sun. If you are outside, it loses 36% of its ability to block UV rays an hour after application. That's why it's recommended to reapply sunscreen every 2 hours.

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#1Zinc Oxide (18%)

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.