Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Celimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ versus CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 .
Last updated on September 19, 2023. Published on July 20, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and 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
Celimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 31 ingredients
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 27 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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
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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 😥
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Celimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 31 ingredients
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 27 ingredients
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Celimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 31 ingredients
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 27 ingredients
Water • Zinc Oxide • Cyclohexasiloxane • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Propanediol • Propylheptyl Caprylate • Isododecane • Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Caprylyl Methicone • Pelargonium Roseum Leaf Oil • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Magnesium Sulfate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • 1,2-Hexanediol • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Vinyl Dimethicone • Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Glyceryl Caprylate • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Heptasodium Hexacarboxymethyl Dipeptide-12 • Tocopherol • Ceramide NP • Dipropylene Glycol • Glyceryl Stearate • Ceramide As • Ceramide AP
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
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Ingredients Explained
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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 OxideCelimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is a photostabilizer, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateCelimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 HyaluronateCelimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneCelimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 16.
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Ceramide AP is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.
They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide NP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide APCelimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 31.
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 14.
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Celimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 31 ingredients
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 27 ingredients
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Celimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 31 ingredients
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 27 ingredients
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