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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 versus Naruko Tea Tree Anti Acne Sunscreen Spf 50 .

Published on May 20, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates

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Sunscreen British Brand United Kingdom
Sunscreen Taiwanese Brand Taiwan

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

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (7)
Mineral UV Filter (2)
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (3)
BHA
PHA

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (6)
Rosacea (5)
Eczema (4)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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 Water

Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Naruko Tea Tree Anti Acne Sunscreen Spf 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.

2
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.

Naruko Tea Tree Anti Acne Sunscreen Spf 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.

Naruko Tea Tree Anti Acne Sunscreen Spf 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.

4
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Loved

Piroctone Olamine is a preservative.

Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.

Naruko Tea Tree Anti Acne Sunscreen Spf 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.

5
What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 26.

Naruko Tea Tree Anti Acne Sunscreen Spf 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.

6
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene 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.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 27.

Naruko Tea Tree Anti Acne Sunscreen Spf 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.

7
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.

Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.

This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.

Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.

Learn more about Propylene Glycol

Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 29.

Naruko Tea Tree Anti Acne Sunscreen Spf 50 contains this as ingredient number 21.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

31% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet
28% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
31% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 29 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 1 rating
Hydrating (1) Light (1) Works Well (1)
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Denisa45

21 days ago · Combination Skin
Review

I liked it a lot, but I don't like that it is water-based

Naruko Tea Tree Anti Acne Sunscreen Spf 50 39 ingredients

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