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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 versus Eucerin Daily Protection Face Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30 .

Last updated on October 02, 2023. Published on September 19, 2021

Overview

What they are

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

Cool Features

They both contain SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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Day Moisturizer Canadian Brand Canada
Day Moisturizer German Brand Germany

Day Moisturizer

Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.

Day Moisturizer

Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.

Price

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Buy Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30

Starts at $16.29
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Starts at $10.13

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
30
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
30

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (4)
Ceramides (3)
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (5)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Anti-Aging (3)
Brightening

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (3)
Mineral UV Filter (2)
AHA
Exfoliators

Benefits

Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

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

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1
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Disliked

Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.

Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.

The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.

According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.

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CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.

Eucerin Daily Protection Face Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.

Eucerin Daily Protection Face Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 6.

3
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.

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CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 6.

Eucerin Daily Protection Face Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 7.

4
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Glyceryl Stearate Se is a self-emulsifying (SE) form of glyceryl stearate. Self-emusifying means this ingredient automatically blends with water. It is an emulsifier, emollient, and cleansing agent.

As an emulsifier, Glyceryl Stearate Se prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant, meaning it helps cleanse the skin. Surfactants help gather oil, dirt, and other pollutants so they may be rinsed away easily.

Emollients help your skin stay smooth and soft. It does so by creating a film on top of the skin that helps trap moisture in.

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CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 7.

Eucerin Daily Protection Face Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 15.

5
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.

Eucerin Daily Protection Face Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 14.

6
What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 24.

Eucerin Daily Protection Face Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 21.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

38% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
4% have no rating yet
14% are loved or liked
21% have mixed ratings
55% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet

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CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 26 ingredients

4.0 /5
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Eucerin Daily Protection Face Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30 29 ingredients

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