3LAB Skincare Perfect Sunscreen SPF 50+ Broad Spectrum Versus Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35
Updated on July 04, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens or fragrances
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
3LAB Skincare Perfect Sunscreen SPF 50+ Broad Spectrum 45 ingredients
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 37 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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3LAB Skincare Perfect Sunscreen SPF 50+ Broad Spectrum 45 ingredients
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 37 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer
SolventSd Alcohol 40-B
Astringent
Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientIsohexadecane
EmollientPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyacrylate-15
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyacrylate-17
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
CI 77268:1
Cosmetic ColorantEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Morus Alba Root Extract
BleachingSodium Laureth-12 Sulfate
Cleansing
Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
CleansingCamellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
AstringentPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Tetrasodium EDTA
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Methylparaben
Preservative
Acetic Acid
BufferingButylparaben
Masking
Ethylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingWater, Caprylyl Methicone, Dipropylene Glycol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer, Sd Alcohol 40-B, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Caprylyl Glycol, Isohexadecane, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Polyacrylate-15, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polyacrylate-17, Polysorbate 80, Potassium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sorbitan Oleate, Adenosine, CI 77268:1, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Sodium Laureth-12 Sulfate, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Tocopherol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Methylparaben, Acetic Acid, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Hexylene Glycol
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 6%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingMethyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Biosaccharide Gum-4
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventBis-Ethylhexyl Hydroxydimethoxy Benzylmalonate
Antioxidant
Betaine
Humectant
Acrylates Copolymer
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer
Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Bioflavonoids
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid
Skin ConditioningBrassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Homosalate 6%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dipropylene Glycol, Methyl Trimethicone, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Caprylyl Methicone, Propanediol, Bis-Ethylhexyl Hydroxydimethoxy Benzylmalonate, Betaine, Acrylates Copolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer, Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide, Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide, Butylene Glycol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Carbomer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Disodium EDTA, Pentylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Silica, Bioflavonoids, Potassium Sorbate, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCaprylyl Methicone is a type of silicone.
It helps soften and soothe the skin by creating a thin film on top. This film helps trap moisture, keeping your skin hydrated.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTADipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateIngredient Ratings
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3LAB Skincare Perfect Sunscreen SPF 50+ Broad Spectrum 45 ingredients
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 37 ingredients
