Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Avène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ versus Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection .
Published on June 23, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 26 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
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.
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.
Ingredient Info
Avène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ 30 ingredients
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection 29 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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
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Not Reef Safe
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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:
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 😥
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Avène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ 30 ingredients
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection 29 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Avène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ 30 ingredients
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection 29 ingredients
Titanium Dioxide • Isodecyl Neopentanoate • Triethylhexanoin • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Glycerin • Cyclopentasiloxane • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Hexyl Laurate • Alumina • C30-45 Alkyl Methicone • Water • C30-45 Olefin • Cyclohexasiloxane • Stearic Acid • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Caprylyl Glycol • Disodium EDTA • CI 77492 • Octyldodecanol • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate • Sorbic Acid • Talc • CI 77891 • Tocopheryl Glucoside • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Xanthan Gum
Titanium Dioxide • Isodecyl Neopentanoate • Triethylhexanoin • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Glycerin • Cyclopentasiloxane • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Cetyl PCA • Hexyl Laurate • Alumina • C30-45 Alkyl Methicone • Water • C30-45 Olefin • Cyclohexasiloxane • Stearic Acid • Caprylic Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Disodium EDTA • CI 77492 • CI 77491 • Octyldodecanol • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate • Sorbic Acid • Tocopheryl Glucoside • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Xanthan Gum
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Ingredients Explained
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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 DioxideAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 1.
We don't have a description for Isodecyl Neopentanoate.
Avène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 2.
Triethylhexanoin is created from glycerin and 2-ethylhexanoic acid. It is a solvent and emollient.
As a solvent, Triethylhexanoin helps dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
It is also an emollient and helps condition the skin.
Learn more about TriethylhexanoinAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 3.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 GlycerinAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 5.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 6.
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Avène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 7.
Hexyl Laurate isn't fungal acne safe.
Avène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 9.
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 10.
C30-45 Alkyl Methicone is a type of silicone.
Avène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 WaterAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 12.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 12.
We don't have a description for C30-45 Olefin.
Avène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 13.
Cyclohexasiloxane is a type of silicone more commonly known as D6. It is an emollient and solvent.
Cyclohexasiloxane is used to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. When applied to the skin, Cyclohexasiloxane evaporates and leaves behind a silky feel.
As an emollient, it can help the skin feel soft and hydrated. It is also used to reduce frizz in hair products.
Learn more about CyclohexasiloxaneAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 14.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 AcidAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 15.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 17.
Disodium 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.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 18.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 18.
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Avène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 19.
Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.
As an emulsifier, Octyldodecanol helps prevent the oils and waters from separating. It also prevents ingredients from creating foam when shaken.
Octyldodecanol is created by reducing fatty acid to an alcohol.
Due to its high molecular weight, it does not get absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about OctyldodecanolAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 20.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 21.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 22.
This silica is mainly used to thicken oils and suspend particles in oils. It is not water soluble.
According to the manufacturer, it:
The manufacturer also claims this ingredient to be useful in makeup.
In lipstick formulations, this ingredient improves color payoff, reduces pigment settling, and reduces oil bleeding. This ingredient also improves the grip of powder products such as dry shampoos.
Learn more about Silica Dimethyl SilylateAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 22.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 23.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 23.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 24.
We don't have a description for Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate.
Avène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 24.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 25.
Sorbic Acid is a preservative. It is the most commonly used food preservative in the world.
Sorbic Acid is a natural antibiotic and highly effective at preventing the growth of fungus. It is less effective against bacteria.
Potassium Sorbate, another commonly-used preservative, is the potassium salt of Sorbic Acid.
Sorbic Acid may worsen eczema. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Learn more about Sorbic AcidAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 25.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 26.
We don't have a description for Tocopheryl Glucoside.
Avène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 28.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 27.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 29.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 28.
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.
Learn more about Xanthan GumAvène Mineral Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 30.
Avène Creme Mineral 50 SPF+ Very High Protection contains this as ingredient number 29.
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