Badger Active Mineral Sunscreen Cream SPF 30 Versus Badger Sport Mineral Sunscreen Cream - SPF 40
Updated on October 08, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
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, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Badger Active Mineral Sunscreen Cream SPF 30 4 ingredients
Badger Sport Mineral Sunscreen Cream - SPF 40 4 ingredients
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Badger Active Mineral Sunscreen Cream SPF 30 4 ingredients
Badger Sport Mineral Sunscreen Cream - SPF 40 4 ingredients
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Ingredients Explained
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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 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 OxideHelianthus 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.
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Badger Active Mineral Sunscreen Cream SPF 30 4 ingredients
Badger Sport Mineral Sunscreen Cream - SPF 40 4 ingredients
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Badger Active Mineral Sunscreen Cream SPF 30 4 ingredients
Badger Sport Mineral Sunscreen Cream - SPF 40 4 ingredients
Those with Multiple Skin Sensitivities have found this sunscreen tolerable.
Not only that, but before I discovered their community, I bought itvand used it after I looked at the ingredients on EWG. All ingredients are low hazard, and there are no ingredients with no scientific data. Beeswax has limited data, while the rest have fair data ratings. I've gone through ingredients on EWG multiple Show more
