Bubble Solar Mate SPF 40 Versus Farmacy Green Defense Daily Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30
Updated on July 19, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Bubble Solar Mate SPF 40 22 ingredients
Farmacy Green Defense Daily Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 39 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Bubble Solar Mate SPF 40 22 ingredients
Farmacy Green Defense Daily Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 39 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 12%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningIsoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Emulsion StabilisingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentButylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Zinc Oxide 12%, Water, Isoamyl Laurate, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose Gum, Phenoxyethanol
Zinc Oxide 18.23%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingC13-15 Alkane
SolventPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningC15-19 Alkane
SolventPropanediol
SolventMoringa Oleifera Leaf Water
Skin ConditioningBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPhysalis Alkekengi Calyx Extract
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningInositol
HumectantSodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Lecithin
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingPolyglycerin-3
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Masking
Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/Laurate
CleansingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Citrate
BufferingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingArachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Phytate
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentT-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientGlucose
HumectantCalcium Gluconate
HumectantZinc Oxide 18.23%, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, C13-15 Alkane, Pentylene Glycol, C15-19 Alkane, Propanediol, Moringa Oleifera Leaf Water, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Gluconolactone, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Physalis Alkekengi Calyx Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Beta-Carotene, Inositol, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Isostearic Acid, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Coco-Glucoside, Polyglycerin-3, Tocopherol, Bisabolol, Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/Laurate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Sclerotium Gum, Arachidyl Glucoside, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Behenyl Alcohol, Sodium Phytate, Maltodextrin, T-Butyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Glucose, Calcium Gluconate
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 OxideWater. 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 WaterThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglyceridePolyhydroxystearic 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 AcidXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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Bubble Solar Mate SPF 40 22 ingredients
Farmacy Green Defense Daily Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 39 ingredients
Reviews
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Bubble Solar Mate SPF 40 22 ingredients
after trying this for a week i’m gonna be real: it smells BAD. like it smells rancid for a couple seconds. however this is the only sunscreen that doesn’t break me out thank you bubble ily
Very Enjoyable
This sunscreen hits all the boxes. doesn't smell like sunscreen, no white cast, easy to apply, affordable. Only reason it is not 5 starts to me is that it feels heavy. My face sweats all the time and i seem to sweat more easily with this on. otherwise worth getting this over most sunscreens
