Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of babo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 versus babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 .
Published on July 30, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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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
babo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 19 ingredients
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 31 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
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Cruelty Free
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Silicon Free
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Vegan
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Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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babo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 19 ingredients
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 31 ingredients
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babo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 19 ingredients
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 31 ingredients
Zinc Oxide 12% • Water • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Bentonite • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Zinc Undecylenate • Methyl Dihydroabietate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Nasturtium Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract • Spiraea Ulmaria Flower Extract • Glycerin • Coco-Glucoside • Caprylyl Glycol • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Cetearyl Alcohol
Zinc Oxide 20% • Water • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Methyl Dihydroabietate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Stearyl Alcohol • Sodium Glutamate • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Nasturtium Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract • Spiraea Ulmaria Flower Extract • Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter • Bisabolol • Tocopherol • Cetyl Alcohol • Caprylyl Glycol • Coco-Glucoside • Benzyl Alcohol • Arachidyl Glucoside • Arachidyl Alcohol • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Citric Acid • Sodium Gluconate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Glycerin • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Cellulose Gum
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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.
More about harmful reef ingredients here.
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 Oxidebabo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 Waterbabo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is a photostabilizer, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl Salicylatebabo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Carthamus tinctorius seed oil comes from safflower, one of humanity's oldest crops.
Safflower seed oil contains a high percentage of linoleic acid and oleic acid. It also contains Vitamin E. These three components are effective moisturizers.
Vitamin E helps nourish your skin's lipid barrier. It is also a potent antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or unstable molecules that may damage your skin cells.
Thoughout history, safflower has been used for dying fabrics and in food as a saffron substitute.
Learn more about Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oilbabo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.
We don't have a description for Methyl Dihydroabietate.
babo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 7.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed Oilbabo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 10.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract comes from the common Marigold plant. Marigolds contain flavonoids. Flavonoids are a group of substances found naturally in plants. They possess antioxidant and inflammation properties.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. This may help reduce the signs of aging.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract may help soothe your skin by reducing inflammation. Emerging studies show it inhibits NO production safely, therefore reducing inflammation.
Marigolds have been used in traditional medicine throughout Asia and Europe.
Learn more about Calendula Officinalis Flower Extractbabo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 11.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.
Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.
Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.
Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.
Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extractbabo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 12.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.
We don't have a description for Nasturtium Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract.
babo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 13.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 14.
We don't have a description for Spiraea Ulmaria Flower Extract.
babo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 14.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 Glycerinbabo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 15.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 29.
Coco-Glucoside is a surfactant, or a cleansing ingredient. It is made from glucose and coconut oil.
Surfactants help gather dirt, oil, and other pollutants from your skin to be rinsed away. Coco-Glucoside is considered gentle and non-comedogenic.
This ingredient is a known skin-irritant.
Learn more about Coco-Glucosidebabo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 Glycolbabo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 17.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is a chelating agent.
Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted reactions and effects from using the product.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is often used with natural antimicrobial products as an alternative to preservatives.
Learn more about Caprylhydroxamic Acidbabo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 18.
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 30.
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babo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 19 ingredients
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 31 ingredients
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babo botanicals Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 19 ingredients
babo botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 31 ingredients
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