Apoteket Solstift SPF 50+ Versus ACO Sun Face Cream Age Defense SPF 50
Updated on April 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Apoteket Solstift SPF 50+ 12 ingredients
ACO Sun Face Cream Age Defense SPF 50 37 ingredients
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Apoteket Solstift SPF 50+ 12 ingredients
ACO Sun Face Cream Age Defense SPF 50 37 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Cera Alba
Emollient
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Cera Alba, Dibutyl Adipate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Hybrid Oil, Phenoxyethyl Caprylate, Canola Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate
Water
Skin ConditioningDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialEthylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Diisopropyl Sebacate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Biosaccharide Gum-4
Skin ConditioningUbiquinone
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Tetrapeptide-21
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sorbitol
Humectant
Canola Oil
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Alumina
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingPropanediol
SolventXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAlgae
Skin Conditioning
Tapioca Starch
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Titanium Dioxide, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Propylene Glycol, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Glycerin, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Myristyl Myristate, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Ubiquinone, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Tetrapeptide-21, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbitol, Canola Oil, Dimethicone, Sucrose Stearate, Silica, Alumina, Butylene Glycol, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Propanediol, Xanthan Gum, Algae, Tapioca Starch, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UV-A absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm).
DHHB is well-liked for:
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%. Unfortunately, it has not been approved for use in the US or Canada due to slow regulatory processes.
This ingredient is soluble in oils, fats, and lipids.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateYou might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.
This ingredient has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. This ingredient works by preventing UV rays from reaching and damaging your skin.
On top of that - it is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.
Tinosorb S is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia. It is close to being approved by the FDA and we'll hopefully get this ingredient in the U.S. by late 2025.
Fun fact: Tinosorb S is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted in the EU.
This ingredient is oil-soluble, so your oil-cleansers will take this right off at night.
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineEthylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazoneCanola Oil is Rapeseed oil with low amounts of erucic acid. It is an emollient and helps hydrate the skin. Emollients help hydrate and soften your skin by trapping moisture.
The comedogenic rating of canola oil is 4.
Canola oil contains Vitamin E, Vitamin K, and fatty acids such as linoleic acid.
Learn more about Canola OilTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateIngredient Ratings
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