Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 versus Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin .
Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on June 17, 2021
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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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.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 25 ingredients
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin 22 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
At a glance
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Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 25 ingredients
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin 22 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 25 ingredients
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin 22 ingredients
Zinc Oxide 21.6% • Water • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer • Phenyl Trimethicone • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Ethyl Methicone • Silica • Cetyl Dimethicone • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Phenoxyethanol • Glyceryl Behenate • Sodium Chloride • Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer • Chlorphenesin • Phenethyl Alcohol • Avena Sativa Kernel Flour • Caprylyl Glycol • Cetyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer • Tocopheryl Acetate • Chrysanthemum Parthenium Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice
Water • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Cetearyl Olivate • Avena Sativa Kernel Flour • Sorbitan Olivate • Polyacrylamide • Synthetic Beeswax • Phenoxyethanol • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Butylene Glycol • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Panthenol • Chlorphenesin • Dimethiconol • Carbomer • Laureth-7 • Chrysanthemum Parthenium Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Hydroxide • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 WaterAveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 GlycerinAveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 9.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinAveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 14.
Oatmeal flour is created by grinding down the kernels of oats. Oatmeal helps sooth, hydrate, and protect the skin.
Learn all about the skin benefits of colloidal oatmeal here.
Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 5.
Chrysanthemum Parthenium Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice is an antioxidant.
Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 18.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 25 ingredients
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin 22 ingredients
Usage
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Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 25 ingredients
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin 22 ingredients
Reviews
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Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen - SPF 50 25 ingredients
Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin 22 ingredients
Marimosa
Gave me congested skin & was too greasy.
I really wanted this product to work but it really congested my skin. It also was greasy I was expecting...
Gave me congested skin & was too greasy.
I really wanted this product to work but it really congested my skin. It also was greasy I was expecting it to really hydrate my skin but it didn't. it caused me more fungal acne as well.
115
Super soothing moisturiser
I needed to repair my damaged skin barrier when I began adapalene treatment for acne. This felt so soothing and I've...
Super soothing moisturiser
I needed to repair my damaged skin barrier when I began adapalene treatment for acne. This felt so soothing and I've kept it in ever since. It plays well on my dry and acne prone skin in my PM and AM routines, I feel it helps keep my skin calm and hydrated alongside adapalene and the other actives in my routine.
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