Abib Mild Sunblock Protection Tube SPF50+ PA++++ Versus Botanity Zinc Light Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++
Updated on April 18, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Abib Mild Sunblock Protection Tube SPF50+ PA++++ 33 ingredients
Botanity Zinc Light Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ 30 ingredients
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Abib Mild Sunblock Protection Tube SPF50+ PA++++ 33 ingredients
Botanity Zinc Light Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ 30 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclomethicone
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Glycerin
Humectant
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Isododecane
EmollientCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Isononyl Isononanoate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningTribehenin
Emollient
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Magnesium Sulfate
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientGlucose
HumectantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Fructooligosaccharides
HumectantFructose
HumectantPropylene Carbonate
SolventEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Water, Cyclomethicone, Zinc Oxide, Glycerin, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Isododecane, CI 77891, Caprylyl Methicone, Isononyl Isononanoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Tribehenin, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Magnesium Sulfate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ceresin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Glucose, Butylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Propylene Carbonate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Panthenol
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide 17.4%
Cosmetic Colorant
Propylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialButylene Glycol
Humectant
Disiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Calamine
AbsorbentNiacinamide
Smoothing
Isododecane
EmollientIsotridecyl Isononanoate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Euryoides Leaf Extract
EmollientRosa Rugosa Leaf Extract
HumectantSprout Extract
Antioxidant
Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentMedicago Sativa Extract
TonicDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Zinc Oxide 17.4%, Propylheptyl Caprylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Disiloxane, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Calamine, Niacinamide, Isododecane, Isotridecyl Isononanoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Camellia Euryoides Leaf Extract, Rosa Rugosa Leaf Extract, Sprout Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Medicago Sativa Extract, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Tocopherol
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 WaterZinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxidePolyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about Isododecane1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteMagnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.
In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.
You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.
One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.
Learn more about Magnesium SulfateTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneButylene 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.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut. It has emollient and emulsifier properties.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate your skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier on your skin to trap moisture in, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth.
On the other hand, emulsifiers prevent ingredients (such as oil and water) from separating.
Learn more about Glyceryl CaprylateIngredient Ratings
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