Comparison between Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 vs. EltaMD UV Clear Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

Find out which product is better for your skin.

Ingredients in both products 3
Components only in Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 25
Uniqueness: 89.3%
Components only in EltaMD UV Clear Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 14
Uniqueness: 82.4%

Face to Face

Components position by position
1
Avobenzone
1
Zinc Oxide
2
Homosalate
2
Octinoxate
3
Octisalate
3
Water
4
Octocrylene
4
Cyclomethicone
5
Water
5
Niacinamide
6
Glycerin
6
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
7
Diisopropyl Adipate
7
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
8
Caprylyl Methicone
8
Polyisobutene
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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, UV Protection, Moisturizing, Softening, Anti-aging, Elasticity improvement, Nutrifying, Antiseptic, Protection, Hair conditioning, Hair structure improvement
Effects unique for Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30:
Hair gloss
Effects unique for UV Clear Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 46:
Cleansing, Acne fighting, Pore Shrinking, Soothing, Lightening, Healing, Antistatic, Rejuvenation, Hair protection, Hair growth stimulating
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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
3 out of 28
11%
chemical
22 out of 28
79%
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: 1Negative: 1
Glycerin#6Alcohol Denatured#9
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#20
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
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

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 vs. EltaMD UV Clear Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
Position 1

#1Avobenzone (1.5%)

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 (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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