Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint versus Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 .
Published on February 05, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain 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
CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint 44 ingredients
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 77 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Paraben Free
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Oil Free
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
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Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint 44 ingredients
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 77 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint 44 ingredients
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 77 ingredients
Titanium Dioxide 6% • Zinc Oxide 5% • Water • Glycerin • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Dimethicone • Glyceryl Stearate • Isododecane • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Propanediol • Stearic Acid • Peg-100 Stearate • Sorbitan Stearate • Niacinamide • Peg-8 Laurate • Ceramide NP • Ceramide AP • Ceramide EOP • Sorbitan Isostearate • Carbomer • Cetearyl Alcohol • Ceteareth-20 • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Dimethiconol • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate • Myristic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Cholesterol • Aluminum Hydroxide • Palmitic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Chlorphenesin • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Citric Acid • Panthenol • Xanthan Gum • Phytosphingosine • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Polysorbate 60 • Ethylhexylglycerin
Titanium Dioxide 6% • Zinc Oxide 5% • Water • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Dimethicone • Isododecane • Triethylhexanoin • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Silica • Caprylyl Methicone • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Pentylene Glycol • Magnesium Sulfate • Triolein • Pentapeptide-34 Trifluoroacetate • Pentapeptide-21 • Lactobacillus • Lactobacillus Ferment • Lactococcus Ferment Lysate • Beta Vulgaris Root Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Prunus Persica Fruit Extract • Prunus Persica Leaf Extract • Resveratrol • Morus Alba Root Extract • Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Jasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract • Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract • Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract • Inulin • Lactic Acid • Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Lithothamnion Calcareum Powder • Zinc Sulfate • Aminopropyl Triethoxysilane • Butylene Glycol • Scutellaria Lateriflora Extract • Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract • Tocopherol • Diatomaceous Earth • Hydrangea Arborescens Root Extract • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Dipropylene Glycol • Glycerin • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Isostearic Acid • Maltodextrin • Mannitol • Mica • Nylon-12 • Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Propanediol • Propylene Carbonate • Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Sodium Benzoate • Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Metabisulfite • Stearic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Chloride • Ammonium Hydroxide • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Potassium Sorbate • Caprylyl Glycol • Citric Acid • Hexylene Glycol • Polysorbate 20 • Benzyl Benzoate • Linalool
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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 with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 1.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 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 with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 2.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 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 with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 3.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 4.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 47.
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 BenzoateCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 5.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
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.
CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 6.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about IsododecaneCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 8.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 SalicylateCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 9.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.
We don't have a description for Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer.
CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 10.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 11.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 56.
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 with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 12.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 64.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Sodium Citrate helps maintain the pH of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Sodium Citrate is a chelating agent. It neutralizes metal ions from water and prevents them from binding to other ingredients. This ensures the other ingredients will not be altered.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 26.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 62.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 34.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 66.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 37.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 72.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidCeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 38.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 73.
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 with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 42.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 55.
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 with SPF 30 Sheer Tint contains this as ingredient number 44.
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 65.
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CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint 44 ingredients
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 77 ingredients
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CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen with SPF 30 Sheer Tint 44 ingredients
Tula Skincare Ultimate Sun Serum PentaPeptide Sunscreen SPF 50 77 ingredients
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