Updated on September 03, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Avène Lait SPF 50+ 27 ingredients
Neutrogena Sun Fresh Sunscreen FPS90 33 ingredients
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Avène Lait SPF 50+ 27 ingredients
Neutrogena Sun Fresh Sunscreen FPS90 33 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
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.
Non-Reef-Safe
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.
Triethylhexanoin is created from glycerin and 2-ethylhexanoic acid. It is a solvent and emollient.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
Cyclohexasiloxane is a type of silicone more commonly known as D6. It is an emollient and solvent.
Caprylic Acid is a fatty acid commonly found in plant oils, such as palm and coconut oils.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
This silica is mainly used to thicken oils and suspend particles in oils. It is not water soluble.
You can find hydrolyzed silk in both haircare and skincare products. According to a manufacturer, it can help improve skin and hair hydration.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
May worsen Eczema
Sorbic Acid is a preservative. It is the most commonly used food preservative in the world.
Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
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.
Water, Titanium Dioxide, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Triethylhexanoin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Alumina, Cetyl PCA, Hexyl Laurate, Stearic Acid, Cyclohexasiloxane, C30-45 Olefin, Caprylic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, CI 77492, Octyldodecanol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Hydrolyzed Silk, Sodium Chloride, Sorbic Acid, Talc, CI 77891, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum
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.
Non-Reef-Safe
Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
2 Concerns
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
2 Concerns
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
2 Concerns
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Mineral UV Filter
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M) is a hybrid and broad-spectrum UV ingredient. It is both a UV absorber and filter.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is a synthetic powder used as an absorbent, thickener, and anti-caking agent.
You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.
2 Concerns
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.
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is the potassium salt of a mixture. This mixture consists of the esters from phosphoricacid and cetyl alcohol.
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.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant and helps with skin conditioning.
Antioxidant Helps brighten skin
Tocopheryl 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.
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.
2 Concerns
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Steareth-20 is a waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients. It is created from stearyl alcohol.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
Jojoba Esters is a wax created from Jojoba oil. It is an emollient and film-forming ingredient. In bead form, it is an exfoliator.
EU Allergen
Amyl Cinnamal is a synthetically produced fragrance. Its scent is reminiscent of jasmine flowers.
EU Allergen
Benzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
Water, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Styrene/Ma Copolymer, Glycerin, Caprylyl Methicone, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Silica, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Triacontanyl Pvp, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Dimethicone, Peg-75 Stearate, Parfum, Acrylates Copolymer, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Disodium EDTA, Jojoba Esters, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
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