Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Alastin Skinshield All Mineral SPF30 versus SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Sheer SPF 70 Sunscreen Lotion .
Published on February 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
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Ingredient Info
Alastin Skinshield All Mineral SPF30 18 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Sheer SPF 70 Sunscreen Lotion 48 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
At a glance
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Alastin Skinshield All Mineral SPF30 18 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Sheer SPF 70 Sunscreen Lotion 48 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Alastin Skinshield All Mineral SPF30 18 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Sheer SPF 70 Sunscreen Lotion 48 ingredients
Dimethicone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Polysilicone-11 • Squalane • Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Dunaliella Salina Extract • Ectoin • Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone • Tocopherol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Stearalkonium Hectorite • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate • Propylene Carbonate
Titanium Dioxide 3.6% • Zinc Oxide 10% • 1,2-Hexanediol • Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer • Allantoin • Alumina • Bis-Vinyl Dimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer • Bisabolol • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract • Capparis Spinosa Fruit Extract • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Caprylyl Glycol • Cerium Oxide • Cetyl Dimethicone • Dimethicone • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Glycerin • Himanthalia Elongata Extract • Niacinamide • Olea Europaea Fruit Extract • Olea Europaea Leaf Extract • Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract • Panthenol • Phenethyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol • Phenyl Trimethicone • Plankton Extract • Polyglyceryl-3 Sorbityl Linseedate • Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate • Polygonum Aviculare Extract • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Potassium Sorbate • Silica • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Chloride • Squalane • Stearic Acid • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Tocopheryl Acetate • Triethyl Citrate • Tropolone • Ubiquinone • Water • Zea Mays Starch • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Alastin Skinshield All Mineral SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Sheer SPF 70 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 16.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneAlastin Skinshield All Mineral SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Sheer SPF 70 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 38.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideAlastin Skinshield All Mineral SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 15.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Sheer SPF 70 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 HectoriteAlastin Skinshield All Mineral SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 17.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Sheer SPF 70 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 17.
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Alastin Skinshield All Mineral SPF30 18 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Sheer SPF 70 Sunscreen Lotion 48 ingredients
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Alastin Skinshield All Mineral SPF30 18 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Sheer SPF 70 Sunscreen Lotion 48 ingredients
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