Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ Versus Coxir Ceramide Daily UV Sun Block SPF 50+ PA+++
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils, silicones and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ 38 ingredients
Coxir Ceramide Daily UV Sun Block SPF 50+ PA+++ 35 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ 38 ingredients
Coxir Ceramide Daily UV Sun Block SPF 50+ PA+++ 35 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Propanediol
Solvent
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientNiacinamide
Smoothing
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Inositol
Humectant
Prunus Amygdalus Amara Kernel Oil
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningOctyldodecanol
EmollientPyrus Malus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningVanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCalamine
AbsorbentPolyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Magnesium Sulfate
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientC30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Water, Cyclohexasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dibutyl Adipate, Niacinamide, Caprylyl Methicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Inositol, Prunus Amygdalus Amara Kernel Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Octyldodecanol, Pyrus Malus Leaf Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Pentylene Glycol, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract, Panthenol, Adenosine, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Calamine, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Tocopherol, Magnesium Sulfate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Cyclomethicone
Emollient
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Isohexadecane
EmollientZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Methicone
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor
UV Absorber
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Collagen Extract
Skin Conditioning
Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMalpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Sulfate
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Tea-Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Titanium Dioxide, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Cyclomethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, Zinc Oxide, Methicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Cyclopentasiloxane, 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Isononyl Isononanoate, Beeswax, Ozokerite, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Collagen Extract, Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract, Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract, Magnesium Sulfate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Linoleic Acid, Ceramide NP, Tea-Cocoyl Glutamate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
This ingredient has many skin benefits:
This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.
On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.
Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractDisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.
In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.
You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.
One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.
Learn more about Magnesium SulfateStearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidTitanium 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.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideWater. 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 WaterZinc 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 OxideIngredient Ratings
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