Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 versus Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ .
Last updated on October 02, 2023. Published on December 04, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, sensitive skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or parabens
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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
CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 50 ingredients
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ 41 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
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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 😥
Contains Alcohol
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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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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 50 ingredients
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ 41 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 50 ingredients
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ 41 ingredients
Titanium Dioxide 5.5% • Zinc Oxide 10% • Water • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Isohexadecane • Isononyl Isononanoate • Dicaprylyl Ether • Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Triethylhexanoin • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer • Triethanolamine • Silica • Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate • Stearic Acid • Ceramide NP • Ceramide AP • Ceramide EOP • Carbomer • Niacinamide • Cetearyl Alcohol • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Behentrimonium Methosulfate • Sodium Chloride • Salicylic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Cholesterol • Aluminum Stearate • Alumina • Aluminum Hydroxide • CI 77492 • Phenoxyethanol • P-Anisic Acid • Chlorphenesin • Tocopherol • Disodium EDTA • Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Propylene Carbonate • Citric Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Capryloyl Salicylic Acid • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Xanthan Gum • Phytosphingosine • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin
Titanium Dioxide 4.9% • Zinc Oxide 4.7% • Water • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Beeswax • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Silica • Butylene Glycol • Peg-8 • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Cetyl Dimethicone • Benzyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Methicone • Arachidyl Alcohol • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Peg-8 Laurate • Xanthan Gum • Isohexadecane • Behenyl Alcohol • Trisiloxane • Ethylhexylglycerin • Disodium EDTA • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Arachidyl Glucoside • Bisabolol • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • BHT • Polysorbate 60 • Stearic Acid • Methylisothiazolinone • Polyaminopropyl Biguanide • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ascorbic Acid • Calcium Pantothenate • Retinyl Palmitate • Alumina
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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 DioxideCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ 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 OxideCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Water. 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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Isohexadecane is added to enhance texture, emulsify, and to help cleanse. It is an isoparrafin. It is a component of petrolatum.
Due to its large size, Isohexadecane is not absorbed by the skin. Instead, it sits on top and acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by trapping moisture within.
Isohexadecane is often used in products designed to help oily skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy while helping to moisturize. When mixed with silicones, it gives a product a silky feel.
Learn more about IsohexadecaneCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 SilicaCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 33.
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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 23.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 30.
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 31.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 41.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTACeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 38.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 25.
Xanthan 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 GumCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 47.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 AcidCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 49.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 50.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 24.
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