Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ Versus Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
Updated on March 10, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ 15 ingredients
Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 23 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ 15 ingredients
Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 20%
Cosmetic Colorant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Behenyl Behenate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Zinc Oxide 20%, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Behenyl Behenate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Tocopherol
Zinc Oxide 21.6%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialStyrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer
HumectantPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Ethyl Methicone
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Cetyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Glyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCetyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer
EmollientChrysanthemum Parthenium Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice
Antioxidant
Zinc Oxide 21.6%, Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ethyl Methicone, Silica, Cetyl Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl Behenate, Sodium Chloride, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Chlorphenesin, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer, Chrysanthemum Parthenium Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice
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 OxidePolyhydroxystearic 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 AcidIngredient Ratings
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Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ 15 ingredients
Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 23 ingredients
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Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ 15 ingredients
Edit: unfortunately, I reacted to this when exposed to the sun for a long period of time. It still feels nice at first, but obviously this is going to be exposed to sun.
Original: The only sunscreen I've ever used that feels soothing to my hypersensitive skin. 95% of sunscreens trigger a rash and burning for me.
Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 23 ingredients
Terrible
Makes my skin feel dry, stinks my eyes and have a really bad white cast
Hace que mi piel se sienta seca, me irrita los ojos y te deja la piel blancuzca
