Comparison between Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 vs. EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

Supergoop!

Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40

EltaMD

UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

- 26 components -

- 17 components -

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Ingredients in both products 0

Components only in Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 26

Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate, Octocrylene, Isododecane and 21 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 100.0%

Components only in EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 17

Zinc Oxide, Octinoxate, Water, Cyclomethicone, Niacinamide and 12 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 100.0%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Avobenzone

Zinc Oxide

Homosalate

Octinoxate

Octisalate

Water

Octocrylene

Cyclomethicone

Isododecane

Niacinamide

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate

Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Polyisobutene

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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, UV Protection, Moisturizing, Cleansing, Acne fighting, Softening, Soothing, Anti-aging, Lightening, Healing, Antiseptic, Protection

Effects unique for Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40:

Tones up skin, Regeneration

Effects unique for UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46:

Pore Shrinking, Elasticity improvement, Antistatic, Nutrifying, Rejuvenation, Hair conditioning, Hair structure improvement, Hair protection, Hair growth stimulating

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Yes

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

9 out of 26

35%

chemical

12 out of 26

46%

natural

3 out of 17

18%

chemical

12 out of 17

71%

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Tocopherol^#26

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

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

Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 vs. EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

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 (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.