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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Boots Soltan Kids Sunstick SPF50+ versus UV Doux Acne-UV Sunscreen With Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB Protection SPF 50 .

Last updated on October 30, 2023. Published on February 13, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and SPF

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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Sunscreen British Brand United Kingdom
Sunscreen Indian Brand India

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.

Price

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (5)
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin C
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (4)
Mineral UV Filter
Exfoliators

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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1
What it does: Antimicrobial, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Benzoate

Boots Soltan Kids Sunstick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 1.

UV Doux Acne-UV Sunscreen With Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB Protection SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.

Bemotrizinol has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. Skin exposed to UV causes free-radical molecules to form. This ingredient works by preventing the UV from reaching your skin.

It is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.

Bemotrizinol is not approved in the US but is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia.

In fact, it is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted by in the EU.

It is oil-soluble.

Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

Boots Soltan Kids Sunstick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 8.

UV Doux Acne-UV Sunscreen With Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB Protection SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone is a photostable UV absorber. It protects in the UVB and UVA II range. UV absorbers are an agent that absorbs UV rays. They protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.

Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone is oil soluble and highly photostable.

Boots Soltan Kids Sunstick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 10.

UV Doux Acne-UV Sunscreen With Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB Protection SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 7.

4
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Mixed

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 Dioxide

Boots Soltan Kids Sunstick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 11.

UV Doux Acne-UV Sunscreen With Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB Protection SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.

5
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.

Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.

Learn more about Silica

Boots Soltan Kids Sunstick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 12.

UV Doux Acne-UV Sunscreen With Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB Protection SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.

6
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Boots Soltan Kids Sunstick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 13.

UV Doux Acne-UV Sunscreen With Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB Protection SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.

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7% have mixed ratings
73% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet
25% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
58% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet

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