Blue Lizard Face Mineral-Based Sunscreen SPF 30+ Versus COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish
Updated on March 10, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 1 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Blue Lizard Face Mineral-Based Sunscreen SPF 30+ 21 ingredients
COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish 19 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Blue Lizard Face Mineral-Based Sunscreen SPF 30+ 21 ingredients
COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
BHT
Antioxidant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialC13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Cyclomethicone
Emollient
Dimethoxydiphenylsilane/Triethoxycaprylylsilane Crosspolymer
Isostearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingLauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyacrylamide
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Zinc Oxide, Beeswax, BHT, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caffeine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Cyclomethicone, Dimethoxydiphenylsilane/Triethoxycaprylylsilane Crosspolymer, Isostearyl Alcohol, Laureth-7, Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Titanium Dioxide 3.2%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 1.8%
Cosmetic Colorant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlycerin
Humectant
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil
Perfuming
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Plankton Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyamide-5
Skin ConditioningPolysilicone-11
Propylene Carbonate
SolventRosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Silica Silylate
EmollientStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingTitanium Dioxide 3.2%, Zinc Oxide 1.8%, Aluminum Hydroxide, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Isopropyl Myristate, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Plankton Extract, Polyamide-5, Polysilicone-11, Propylene Carbonate, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Silica Silylate, Stearalkonium Hectorite
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 OxideIngredient Ratings
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Blue Lizard Face Mineral-Based Sunscreen SPF 30+ 21 ingredients
COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish 19 ingredients
Reviews
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Blue Lizard Face Mineral-Based Sunscreen SPF 30+ 21 ingredients
Feels cooling, love tbag it’s zinc only, didn’t break me out. Sad it’s discontinued!!
