Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Alba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 versus Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 .
Published on April 16, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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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.
Ingredient Info
Alba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 28 ingredients
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 42 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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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
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Alba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 28 ingredients
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 42 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Alba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 28 ingredients
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 42 ingredients
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 10% • Octocrylene 10% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Water • Cetyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Capryl Dimethicone • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract • Panax Ginseng Root Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Alcohol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Olivate • Citric Acid • Polysorbate 60 • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Sorbitan Olivate • Xanthan Gum • Benzyl Alcohol • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 10% • Water • Isododecane • Glycerin • Trimethoxybenzylidene Pentanedione • Polyester-8 • Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate • Cetearyl Olivate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Sorbitan Olivate • Oryza Sativa Bran Extract • Sucrose Stearate • Diisopropyl Sebacate • Hydroxyacetophenone • Isodecyl Neopentanoate • Lauryl Lactate • Sodium Polyacrylate Starch • Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate • Chlorphenesin • Ethylhexylglycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Caprylyl Glycol • Helianthus Annuus Extract • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Xanthan Gum • Tocopherol • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Citric Acid • Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil • Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil • Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil • Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Oil • Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil • Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil • Vanillin • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Lavandula Hybrida Oil
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneAlba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneAlba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateAlba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 2.
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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterAlba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinAlba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholAlba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Cetearyl Olivate is an emulsifier and texture enhancer. It is derived from the fatty acids of olive oil and Cetearyl alcohol, and is biodegradable.
As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent oils and waters from separating. It can also
Manufacturers use the name Olivem 1000. This ingredient has been found to preserve the natural microbiome of skin. Having a healthy microbiome helps keep our skin healthy and protects against harmful bacteria. This ingredient is grouped with Sorbitan Olivate under the name Olivem 1000.
Learn more about Cetearyl OlivateAlba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 10.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidAlba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 33.
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is an emulsifier and helps condition the skin. It is amino acid-based.
In higher amounts, it may act as a cleansing agent.
Alba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 23.
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Sorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
Sorbitan Olivate is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateAlba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumAlba Botanical Facial Sheer Shield Sunscreen SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 29.
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Supergoop! Body Butter SPF 40 42 ingredients
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