Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Blue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ versus CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 .
Last updated on September 19, 2023. Published on March 20, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
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Ingredient Info
Blue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ 22 ingredients
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 27 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Blue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ 22 ingredients
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 27 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Blue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ 22 ingredients
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 27 ingredients
Titanium Dioxide 1% • Zinc Oxide 7.8% • Alumina • Aluminum Stearate • Beeswax • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Caffeine • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Caprylyl Glycol • Chlorphenesin • Cyclomethicone • Dimethoxydiphenylsilane/Triethoxycaprylylsilane Crosspolymer • Isostearyl Alcohol • Laureth-7 • Lauryl PCA • Phenoxyethanol • Polyacrylamide • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Water • Sodium Hyaluronate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Titanium Dioxide 6% • Zinc Oxide 4.7% • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate • Paraffin • Euphorbia Cerifera Cera • Ozokerite • Dimethicone • Beeswax • Polyethylene • Cetyl Alcohol • Ceramide 3 • Ceramide AP • Ceramide 1 • Cholesterol • Phytosphingosine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Aluminum Hydroxide • Stearic Acid • BHT • Carbomer • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Isostearic Acid • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Xanthan Gum
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideBlue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ contains this as ingredient number 1.
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 can be harmful to coral reefs.
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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 OxideBlue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ contains this as ingredient number 2.
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Beeswax is natural wax produced by honey bees and can be synthetically created. It consists mainly of fatty acid esters and long-chain alcohols.
In cosmetics, beeswax is a emollient. Due to its waxy structure, it creates a protective barrier. This barrier prevents water from evaporating off the skin.
This may not be a good ingredient for oily skin. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Beeswax cannot be removed with water, but can be taken off with an oil cleanser.
Beeswax is also antiseptic and contains vitamin A.
Learn more about BeeswaxBlue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ contains this as ingredient number 5.
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 10.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateBlue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ contains this as ingredient number 6.
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidBlue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ contains this as ingredient number 19.
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateBlue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ contains this as ingredient number 21.
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneBlue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ contains this as ingredient number 22.
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 24.
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Blue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ 22 ingredients
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 27 ingredients
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Blue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ 22 ingredients
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 27 ingredients
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