Avocado Zinc SPF 50 Natural Tinted Moisturiser - Light-Medium Versus Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen
Updated on June 16, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Avocado Zinc SPF 50 Natural Tinted Moisturiser 15 ingredients
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen 32 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Avocado Zinc SPF 50 Natural Tinted Moisturiser 15 ingredients
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 22.75%
Cosmetic Colorant
C10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide 20%
Cosmetic Colorant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Hydroxyapatite
Abrasive
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-100 Stearate
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Ethyl Linoleate
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Rice Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Proline
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Oryza Sativa Germ Extract
EmollientCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide 20%, Phenoxyethanol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Hydroxyapatite, Niacinamide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Isostearic Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, PEG-100 Stearate, Glycine Soja Oil, Ethyl Linoleate, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Rice Amino Acids, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Sodium Hydroxide, Oryza Sativa Extract, Proline, Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Oryza Sativa Germ Extract, 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.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 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 77491Ci 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 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Isostearic acid is a saturated fatty acid. Its structure makes it a great surfactant.
Surfactants help decrease the surface tension between two liquids. This property also makes it an effective emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent waters and oils from separating in a product.
Isostearic Acid is created from oleic acid.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Isostearic AcidThis ingredient is an emulsifier. It is created from Polyglycerin-3 and Ricinoleic Acid.
As an emulsifier, it prevents waters and oils from separating. According to a manufacturer this ingredient is fully biodegradable.
This ingredient may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis due to its Ricinoleic Acid base. Ricinoleic Acid is a fatty acid derived from castor oil.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleateTocopheryl 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 AcetateZinc 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 OxideIngredient Ratings
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