Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen versus Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ .
Last updated on October 22, 2023. Published on September 22, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain oils, silicones and sulfates
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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.
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Ingredient Info
AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen 41 ingredients
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ 35 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen 41 ingredients
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ 35 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen 41 ingredients
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ 35 ingredients
Water • Cyclohexasiloxane • Zinc Oxide • CI 77891 • Propanediol • Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Dibutyl Adipate • Niacinamide • Caprylyl Methicone • 1,2-Hexanediol • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Betaine • Magnesium Sulfate • Hydrogen Dimethicone • Inositol • Aluminum Hydroxide • C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Stearic Acid • Butylene Glycol • Pentylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Octyldodecanol • Adenosine • Glycerin • Squalane • Allantoin • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water • Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil • Artemisia Capillaris Extract 0.01% • Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Tocopherol
Water • Zinc Oxide • Cyclohexasiloxane • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Propanediol • Propylheptyl Caprylate • Isododecane • Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Caprylyl Methicone • Niacinamide • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Hamamelis Virginiana Extract • Magnesium Sulfate • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Vinyl Dimethicone • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • 1,2-Hexanediol • Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Glyceryl Caprylate • Calamine • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Madecassoside • Inositol • Panthenol • Madecassic Acid • Asiaticoside • Asiatic Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Adenosine • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil • Tocopherol • Butylene Glycol
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 WaterAXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 1.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 CyclohexasiloxaneAXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 2.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Zinc 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 can be harmful to coral reefs.
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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 OxideAXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 3.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolAXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 5.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 6.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideAXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 8.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Caprylyl Methicone is a type of silicone.
It helps soften and soothe the skin by creating a thin film on top. This film helps trap moisture, keeping your skin hydrated.
AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 9.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 10.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteAXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 11.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 12.
Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.
In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.
You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.
One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.
Learn more about Magnesium SulfateAXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 13.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 14.
Inositol is a sugar alcohol naturally found in the human body. Our bodies use this ingredient in the process of growing new cells.
Studies show inositol to be a key component for keratinocyte growth.
Keratinocytes make up the majority of the outermost layer of skin. These cells protect our skin from UV exposure, infection, and help keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient is also considered a humectant. Humectants help hydrate the skin by drawing moisture to it.
Learn more about InositolAXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 15.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 25.
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate isn't fungal acne safe.
AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 18.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 21.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 35.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 23.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 31.
Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineAXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 25.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 32.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate comes from carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol. It is an emollient and gives skin a velvet feel. The sources of Dicaprylyl Carbonate may be synthetic or from animals.
As an emollient, Dicaprylyl Carbonate creates a film on the skin. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 38.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolAXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 41.
Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 34.
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