Avène SPF50+ Mineral Cream Versus Avène High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50 - Beige
Updated on June 25, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing
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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Ingredient Info
Avène SPF50+ Mineral Cream 29 ingredients
Avène High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50 30 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Avène SPF50+ Mineral Cream 29 ingredients
Avène High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientTriethylhexanoin
MaskingC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialGlycerin
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Alumina
Abrasive
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Hexyl Laurate
Emollient
C30-45 Alkyl Methicone
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
C30-45 Olefin
Skin ConditioningCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientDisodium EDTA
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecanol
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientSilk Amino Acids
HumectantSodium Chloride
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Talc
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTocopheryl Glucoside
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTitanium Dioxide, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Triethylhexanoin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Alumina, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Hexyl Laurate, C30-45 Alkyl Methicone, Stearic Acid, C30-45 Olefin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, CI 77492, Octyldodecanol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Silk Amino Acids, Sodium Chloride, Sorbic Acid, Talc, CI 77891, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Water, Xanthan Gum
Titanium Dioxide 13.7%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 4.9%
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Talc
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Emollient
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Iron Oxides
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Silica
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Alumina
Abrasive
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Water
Skin ConditioningBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
BHT
Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Glucoside
EmollientTribehenin
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide 13.7%, Zinc Oxide 4.9%, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Phenyl Trimethicone, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Squalane, Talc, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Polyethylene, Iron Oxides, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Silica, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Alumina, Stearic Acid, Water, Beeswax, BHT, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Microcrystalline Wax, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 AluminaThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 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 77492Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891We don't have a description for Isodecyl Neopentanoate yet.
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 AcidTalc 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.
Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.
If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.
Learn more about TalcTitanium Dioxide is a mineral (or physical) sunscreen ingredient that provides broad-spectrum protection by blocking both UV-A and UV-B rays.
It sits on the skin’s surface and primarily reflects and scatters UV light and also absorbs some of it.
This makes the line between “mineral” and “chemical” sunscreens a bit blurry, but in skincare labeling, Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide are the two ingredients officially classified as mineral filters.
Because it’s non-irritating, Titanium Dioxide is often recommended for sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Thanks to modern production methods, nano-scale or fine-grade Titanium Dioxide is now widely used in cosmetics to reduce white cast and improve texture.
Despite its small particle size, studies show that Titanium Dioxide, even in nanoparticle form, is not absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideWe don't have a description for Tocopheryl Glucoside yet.
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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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