Australian Gold Botanical SPF 50 Tinted Face - Rich to Deep Versus Neutrogena Purescreen+ Mineral UV Tint Face Liquid Sunscreen SPF 30
Updated on December 05, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne
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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Ingredient Info
Australian Gold Botanical SPF 50 Tinted Face 27 ingredients
Neutrogena Purescreen+ Mineral UV Tint Face Liquid Sunscreen SPF 30 23 ingredients
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Australian Gold Botanical SPF 50 Tinted Face 27 ingredients
Neutrogena Purescreen+ Mineral UV Tint Face Liquid Sunscreen SPF 30 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Titanium Dioxide 4%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 4%
Cosmetic Colorant
Alumina
Abrasive
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Glycerin
Humectant
Hexyl Laurate
Emollient
Iron Oxides
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Porphyra Umbilicalis Extract
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Squalane
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Water
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide 4%, Zinc Oxide 4%, Alumina, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Hexyl Laurate, Iron Oxides, Panthenol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Porphyra Umbilicalis Extract, Silica, Squalane, Stearic Acid, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningIsohexadecane
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialSodium Chloride
Masking
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDimethiconol
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingIron Oxides
Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Water, Isohexadecane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dimethicone, Isopropyl Palmitate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethiconol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Iron Oxides
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideZinc 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 may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
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 OxideThis ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.
This ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidTocopheryl 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 AcetateTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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Australian Gold Botanical SPF 50 Tinted Face 27 ingredients
Neutrogena Purescreen+ Mineral UV Tint Face Liquid Sunscreen SPF 30 23 ingredients
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Australian Gold Botanical SPF 50 Tinted Face 27 ingredients
Good choice of colors, but dried out my skin
First, the good: Unlike brands that offer only one "universal" tint that isn't actually a universal match, there a three shades, so you can get a good colour match for your skin. Also, it has a genuinely matte finish and won't make you look like a glazed donut all day.
Now, the bad: The cost of that matte finish is that it's drying, and it made my Show more
For $13, it has its uses...
It has its pros and cons. Its thick and the matte finish can sometimes appear chalky. It layers well under powder foundation. For $13, I think it's worth it for particular scenarios.
(1) I use it on a weekend after slugging all day and I fiinnnallyy decide to go outside.
(2) I wear it under my makeup when I am working from home and need to get on zoom calls. I don't Show more
