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bareMinerals Original Loose Powder Foundation SPF 15 - Fairly Light 03 Versus Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen - 36C

Foundation
BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizer
American Brand United States
American Brand United States

Updated on June 24, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances or parabens

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Key Ingredients

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Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Cosmetic Colorant, UV Absorber, UV Filter

Titanium Dioxide is a mineral (or physical) sunscreen ingredient that provides broad-spectrum protection by blocking both UV-A and UV-B rays.

It sits on the skin’s surface and primarily reflects and scatters UV light and also absorbs some of it.

This makes the line between “mineral” and “chemical” sunscreens a bit blurry, but in skincare labeling, Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide are the two ingredients officially classified as mineral filters.

Because it’s non-irritating, Titanium Dioxide is often recommended for sensitive or acne-prone skin.

Thanks to modern production methods, nano-scale or fine-grade Titanium Dioxide is now widely used in cosmetics to reduce white cast and improve texture.

Despite its small particle size, studies show that Titanium Dioxide, even in nanoparticle form, is not absorbed into the skin.

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Cosmetic Colorant, Skin Protecting, UV Absorber

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.

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This ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.

When to use

38 Routines
87% use in am
13% use in pm
95% use every day
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18 Routines
94% use in am
6% use in pm
78% use every day

Reviews

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bareMinerals Original Loose Powder Foundation SPF 15 5 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 3 ratings
Matte (2) Natural (2) Buildable (1)
JusNar's avatar

Jus Nar

4 months ago
Review

Best powder foundation I’ve used

#natural
#buildable
ElaineBrz's avatar

Elaine Morgan

2 months ago
Review

Worst breakout of my life

#full coverage
#matte

Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 37 ingredients

4.7 /5
from 5 ratings
Buildable (1) Light Coverage (1) Natural (1)
anemone's avatar

anemone

2 years ago
Review

natural
for a no makeup makeup look, this is it. 20W wouldn’t work for me in a foundation, but this product is so light you don’t need an exact shade match.