Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ versus SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion .
Published on November 22, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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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
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion 48 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion 48 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion 48 ingredients
Titanium Dioxide 4.5% • Zinc Oxide 6.5% • Water • Caprylic Acid • Isohexadecane • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer • Cetyl PCA • Lauryl Peg-8 Dimethicone • C30-38 Olefin • Sodium Chloride • Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene • Dimethicone • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Peg-8 • Alumina • Glycerin • Sodium Citrate • Tocopheryl Acetate
Titanium Dioxide 3.5% • 1,2-Hexanediol 100% • Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer • Allantoin • Alumina • Bis-Vinyl Dimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer • Bisabolol • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract • Capparis Spinosa Fruit Extract • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Caprylyl Glycol • Cerium Oxide • Cetyl Dimethicone • Dimethicone • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Glycerin • Himanthalia Elongata Extract • CI 77492 • Mica • Niacinamide • Olea Europaea Fruit Extract • Olea Europaea Leaf Extract • Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract • Panthenol • Phenethyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol • Phenyl Trimethicone • Plankton Extract • Polyglyceryl-3 Sorbityl Linseedate • Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate • Polygonum Aviculare Extract • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Potassium Sorbate • Silica • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Chloride • Squalane • Stearic Acid • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Tocopheryl Acetate • Triethyl Citrate • Tropolone • Ubiquinone • Water • Zea Mays Starch • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
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Ingredients Explained
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Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideBanana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 1.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion 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 WaterBanana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 3.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 46.
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 SalicylateBanana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 6.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 8.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideBanana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 11.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 38.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 13.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 15.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 14.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 27.
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 GlycolBanana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 15.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 AluminaBanana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 17.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 GlycerinBanana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 18.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 17.
Tocopheryl 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 AcetateBanana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 20.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 42.
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Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion 48 ingredients
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Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion 48 ingredients
Reviews
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Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
andeulea
Really wanted to like this
I have been looking for a mineral sunscreen that is tear free and came across this because it was also fungal acne safe....
Really wanted to like this
I have been looking for a mineral sunscreen that is tear free and came across this because it was also fungal acne safe. After using it a few times, I have a couple of things to say:
• I have light olive skin & this leaves a white cast!
• It is very hard to rub in
I will try again and see if there’s anything I can do to make it easier to wear. But for now I dont like it
UnidentifiedFlyingOkra
HG, for now.
F**king sunscreen, man. It can be a battle for those of us with sensitive, clog-prone, acneic skin. This tube is one of the most...
HG, for now.
F**king sunscreen, man. It can be a battle for those of us with sensitive, clog-prone, acneic skin. This tube is one of the most soothing & gentle formulas I've ever used. Mineral, with Caprylic Acid and a little bit of glycerin. Doesn't break me out. It's a basic formula and probably only suitable for lighter skin or those who don't mind a white-cast. I'm white/fair and I find it does eventually absorb relatively nicely (except in my eyebrows...) but, as with most mineral sunscreens, I'm sure the white-cast would be extreme on darker skin. I docked a star for this reason.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion 48 ingredients
DeniseMoloney_72
Not worth the price
It went on thick and goopy even when warmed between my fingers. I have dry/sensitive skin and it was very irritating and was...
Not worth the price
It went on thick and goopy even when warmed between my fingers. I have dry/sensitive skin and it was very irritating and was difficult to wash off. I would not recommend it. There are better options at a fraction of the cost.
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