Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel Versus Origins Dr. Andrew Weil Mega-Bright SPF 30
Updated on March 06, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel 20 ingredients
Origins Dr. Andrew Weil Mega-Bright SPF 30 71 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel 20 ingredients
Origins Dr. Andrew Weil Mega-Bright SPF 30 71 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice 80%
Skin Conditioning
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract
AstringentSchisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPerilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract
TonicAcorus Calamus Root Extract
Perfuming
Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice 80%, Propolis Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Betaine, Water, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Allantoin, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 5%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 2.7%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Nylon-12
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil
Masking
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Jasminum Officinale Oil
Masking
Viola Odorata Flower/Leaf Extract
MaskingPolianthes Tuberosa Extract
MaskingFarnesol
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Geraniol
Perfuming
Rosa Roxburghii Fruit Extract
TonicPaeonia Albiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingCitrus Grandis Peel Extract
Astringent
Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract
Skin ConditioningHordeum Vulgare Extract
EmollientPalmaria Palmata Extract
Skin ProtectingMorus Nigra Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Fruit Juice
MaskingScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentHydrolyzed Rice Bran Extract
Skin ConditioningGentiana Lutea Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSucrose
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
PEG-6
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Cholesterol
Emollient
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Di-PPG-2 Myreth-10 Adipate
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Steareth-21
CleansingTrehalose
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Myristyl Laurate
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Di-C12-18 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Tromethamine
BufferingSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Homosalate 5%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Octocrylene 2.7%, Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Behenyl Alcohol, Nylon-12, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Myristyl Myristate, Cetyl Esters, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Polyethylene, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Jasminum Officinale Oil, Viola Odorata Flower/Leaf Extract, Polianthes Tuberosa Extract, Farnesol, Eugenol, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Citral, Benzyl Benzoate, Geraniol, Rosa Roxburghii Fruit Extract, Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Citrus Grandis Peel Extract, Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Extract, Palmaria Palmata Extract, Morus Nigra Root Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Juice, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Extract, Gentiana Lutea Root Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Sucrose, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, PEG-6, Glycerin, Cholesterol, Linoleic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Di-PPG-2 Myreth-10 Adipate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Betaine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Steareth-21, Trehalose, Tocopheryl Acetate, Myristyl Laurate, Trisiloxane, Di-C12-18 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Squalane, Myristyl Alcohol, Tromethamine, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolGlycerin 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 GlycerinBetaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineWater. 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 WaterCaprylyl 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 GlycolIngredient Ratings
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Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel 20 ingredients
Origins Dr. Andrew Weil Mega-Bright SPF 30 71 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel 20 ingredients
This is the best moisturizer I've ever used. My skin is super oily, and I live in a very humid area (sometimes 98%). No matter which moisturizer I use, if I apply more than a tiny amount, I look like I haven't washed my face or like I've been sweating. But this one feels lightweight because it gets absorbed very quickly and doesn't leave any oily, creamy, or sticky residue. It has a transparent Show more
Oh No No No
I did not like this at all, this dried out my skin immediately, that it felt so tight. I have very oily skin and I had to put another moisturiser on top it was that try. I also did not like the smell either, I don't like fragrances anyway however, this smelt bad like cat pee! I know Aloe is known to have a smell but this was slightly different. The smell also lingered on my face under Show more
