Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Alleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset versus Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 .
Last updated on October 25, 2023. Published on June 05, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free . They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, niacinamide and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
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BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizer
A liquid, cream, or powder to help give light coverage in creating an even complexion.
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
Alleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide 33 ingredients
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation 29 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
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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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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
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Cruelty Free
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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
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Alleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide 33 ingredients
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation 29 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Alleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide 33 ingredients
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation 29 ingredients
Zinc Oxide 12% • Water • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Caprylic Acid • Propanediol • Tridecyl Salicylate • Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Jojoba Esters • Niacinamide • Methylheptyl Isostearate • Silica • Coco-Caprylate • Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Sodium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Bisabolol • Dimethicone • Oryza Sativa Bran Extract • Allantoin • Lecithin • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hexylene Glycol • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Helianthus Annuus Extract • Aluminum Hydroxide • Tocopherol • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Sodium Hydroxide • CI 77499 • CI 77891
Zinc Oxide 12% • Water • Squalane • Shea Butter Ethyl Esters • Isoamyl Laurate • Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Propanediol • Isopropyl Isostearate • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate • Methylpropanediol • Niacinamide • Sodium Chloride • Lecithin • Caprylyl Glycol • Silica • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Bisabolol • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Allantoin • Phenylpropanol • Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Aluminum Hydroxide • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • Titanium Dioxide
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Zinc 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 can be harmful to coral reefs.
More about harmful reef ingredients here.
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 OxideAlleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 1.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 WaterAlleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 2.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolAlleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 5.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideAlleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 10.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaAlleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 12.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideAlleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 15.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Bisabolol is pimarily used to add fragrance to a product. However, it is also famous for helping soothe skin.
Bisabolol comes from German chamomile essential oil. Synthetic Bisabolol has been shown to be less effective.
Bisabolol helps soothe skin. It does this by blocking the inflammatory signals, helping to reduce your body's reaction to irritation.
Bisabolol also interferes with the process of hyperpigmentation. This can help with reducing dark spots and uneven tone.
Bisabolol is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. By fighting these free-radicals, Bisabolol may slow down signs of aging.
Studies have shown Bisabolol to have antimicrobial properties and may be a fungicide. These properties help preserve a product's shelf life.
Bisabolol also helps the absorption of other ingredients.
Learn more about BisabololAlleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 17.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinAlleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 20.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.
Lecithin is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.
As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin. The phospholipids in Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.
Learn more about LecithinAlleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 21.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolAlleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 22.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideAlleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 27.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted effects and reactions from a product. These metal ions may come from water and are found in miniscule amounts.
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate can also help other preservatives be more effective.
Alleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 30.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Alleyoop Sunsational SPF 50 Skin Tint with Niacinamide Sunset contains this as ingredient number 32.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 28.
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