Bare Republic Mineral SPF 30 Face Sunscreen Gel-Lotion Versus Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Face Liquid Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50
Updated on July 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 5 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, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Bare Republic Mineral SPF 30 Face Sunscreen Gel-Lotion 50 ingredients
Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Face Liquid Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 26 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Bare Republic Mineral SPF 30 Face Sunscreen Gel-Lotion 50 ingredients
Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Face Liquid Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 26 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 18.2%
Cosmetic Colorant
Acrylates Copolymer
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Alpha-Ionone
Perfuming
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Decanal
MaskingDelta-Dodecalactone
Perfuming
Didecyldimonium Chloride
EmulsifyingDimethicone
Emollient
Dimethylheptenal
Perfuming
Ethyl Ferulate
Antioxidant
Gamma-Nonalactone
Masking
Gamma-Octalactone
Perfuming
Gamma-Undecalactone
Perfuming
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
3-Hexenol
Masking
Hexyl Acetate
Masking
Juniperus Virginiana Oil
Masking
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMethyl Dihydroabietate
Methylpropanediol
SolventOcimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract
TonicOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningOlive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Emollient
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Polyquaternium-80
CleansingPolysilicone-11
Propylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Sorbityl Laurate
Emulsifying
Tridecane
Perfuming
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Undecane
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingZinc Oxide 18.2%, Acrylates Copolymer, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Alpha-Ionone, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Decanal, Delta-Dodecalactone, Didecyldimonium Chloride, Dimethicone, Dimethylheptenal, Ethyl Ferulate, Gamma-Nonalactone, Gamma-Octalactone, Gamma-Undecalactone, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate Se, 3-Hexenol, Hexyl Acetate, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Lauryl Glucoside, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Methylpropanediol, Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polyquaternium-80, Polysilicone-11, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Sorbitan Stearate, Sorbityl Laurate, Tridecane, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Triethyl Citrate, Undecane, Water, Xanthan Gum
Zinc Oxide 12%
Cosmetic Colorant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Masking
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingIsododecane
EmollientLauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientPEG-10
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Propanediol
SolventSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Trilaureth-4 Phosphate
EmulsifyingWater
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide 12%, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylyl Methicone, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Isododecane, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, PEG-10, Phenoxyethanol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Propanediol, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Tocopherol, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Water
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 OxideCaprylyl 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 GlycolDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePolymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterIngredient Ratings
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Bare Republic Mineral SPF 30 Face Sunscreen Gel-Lotion 50 ingredients
Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Face Liquid Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 26 ingredients
Reviews
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Bare Republic Mineral SPF 30 Face Sunscreen Gel-Lotion 50 ingredients
Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Face Liquid Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 26 ingredients
just ok
Slightly more drying, irritating, clogging, and expensive(lol) than my current US drugstore mineral favorite - Banana Boat Baby/Sensitive. Despite a lovely, runny texture still leaves almost as much of a white cast on my white/fair-toned skin than BBB which is classically thick & goopy stuff - both are likely incompatible with darker skin tones unfortunately. FA safe and overall probably Show more
Good for sensitive skin. No burn at all. It does not trigger acne. But: drying and the white cast is visible.
