Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Cetaphil Pro Oil Absorbing Moisturizer With Spf 30 Broad Spectrum versus Neutrogena UltraSheer Face & Body Stick Sunscreen SPF 70 .
Published on July 14, 2021
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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
Cetaphil Pro Oil Absorbing Moisturizer With Spf 30 Broad Spectrum 29 ingredients
Neutrogena UltraSheer Face & Body Stick Sunscreen SPF 70 19 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 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
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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Cetaphil Pro Oil Absorbing Moisturizer With Spf 30 Broad Spectrum 29 ingredients
Neutrogena UltraSheer Face & Body Stick Sunscreen SPF 70 19 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Cetaphil Pro Oil Absorbing Moisturizer With Spf 30 Broad Spectrum 29 ingredients
Neutrogena UltraSheer Face & Body Stick Sunscreen SPF 70 19 ingredients
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 7% • Water • Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Diisopropyl Sebacate • Silica • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • Sucrose Tristearate • Dimethiconol • Pentylene Glycol • Polysorbate 61 • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Glycyrrhetinic Acid • Panthenol • Triethanolamine • Allantoin • Carbomer • Potassium Sorbate • Zinc Gluconate • Xanthan Gum • Disodium EDTA • Hydroxypalmitoyl Sphinganine
Homosalate 15% • Octocrylene 10% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Benzophenone-3 3% • Adipic Acid/Diglycol Crosspolymer • BHT • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Caprylyl Glycol • Cera Alba • Diethyl Phthalate • Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate • Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate • Ozokerite • Paraffin • Parfum • Polyethylene • Silica
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Ingredients Explained
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Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneCetaphil Pro Oil Absorbing Moisturizer With Spf 30 Broad Spectrum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Neutrogena UltraSheer Face & Body Stick Sunscreen SPF 70 contains this as ingredient number 4.
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.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateCetaphil Pro Oil Absorbing Moisturizer With Spf 30 Broad Spectrum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Neutrogena UltraSheer Face & Body Stick Sunscreen SPF 70 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneCetaphil Pro Oil Absorbing Moisturizer With Spf 30 Broad Spectrum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Neutrogena UltraSheer Face & Body Stick Sunscreen SPF 70 contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 SilicaCetaphil Pro Oil Absorbing Moisturizer With Spf 30 Broad Spectrum contains this as ingredient number 9.
Neutrogena UltraSheer Face & Body Stick Sunscreen SPF 70 contains this as ingredient number 19.
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 GlycolCetaphil Pro Oil Absorbing Moisturizer With Spf 30 Broad Spectrum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Neutrogena UltraSheer Face & Body Stick Sunscreen SPF 70 contains this as ingredient number 9.
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Cetaphil Pro Oil Absorbing Moisturizer With Spf 30 Broad Spectrum 29 ingredients
Neutrogena UltraSheer Face & Body Stick Sunscreen SPF 70 19 ingredients
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Cetaphil Pro Oil Absorbing Moisturizer With Spf 30 Broad Spectrum 29 ingredients
Neutrogena UltraSheer Face & Body Stick Sunscreen SPF 70 19 ingredients
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