Beauty Pie Traceless Mineral Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen + Primer Versus Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30
Updated on October 04, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, niacinamide and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Beauty Pie Traceless Mineral Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen + Primer 30 ingredients
Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 29 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Beauty Pie Traceless Mineral Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen + Primer 30 ingredients
Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 29 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventNiacinamide
Smoothing
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Silica
Abrasive
Isohexadecane
EmollientPongamia Pinnata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBisabolol
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Polysilicone-11
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantWater, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Zinc Oxide, Dimethicone, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Silica, Isohexadecane, Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract, Xanthan Gum, Bisabolol, Citric Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polysorbate 80, Polysilicone-11, Ethylhexylglycerin, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, CI 19140, CI 16035
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Silica
Abrasive
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Ceteareth-25
CleansingAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide PEG-15 Disulfate
Cleansing
Vp/Eicosene Copolymer
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract
Skin ConditioningSucrose Stearate
EmollientAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingEthyl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Silica, Caprylyl Methicone, Ceteareth-25, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Beeswax, Glyceryl Stearate, Niacinamide, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide PEG-15 Disulfate, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Extract, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Sucrose Stearate, Alcohol, Dipropylene Glycol, Ethyl Macadamiate, Resveratrol, Sodium Benzoate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Oligopeptide-1
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterDimethicone 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 DimethiconeTocopheryl 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 AcetatePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateSilica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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