Cetaphil Sun Liposomal Lotion SPF 50+ - Montenegro Versus Cancer Council Moisturising Sunscreen SPF 50
Updated on July 17, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe sunscreens. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols
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Ingredient Info
Cetaphil Sun Liposomal Lotion SPF 50+ 22 ingredients
Cancer Council Moisturising Sunscreen SPF 50 6 ingredients
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Cetaphil Sun Liposomal Lotion SPF 50+ 22 ingredients
Cancer Council Moisturising Sunscreen SPF 50 6 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDibutyl Adipate
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Sorbitol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Triethanolamine
BufferingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingLecithin
EmollientAcrylic Acid/Vp Crosspolymer
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningWater, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dibutyl Adipate, Pentylene Glycol, Alcohol, Sorbitol, Dimethicone, Cetyl Phosphate, Cetyl Alcohol, Triethanolamine, Tocopherol, Decyl Glucoside, Lecithin, Acrylic Acid/Vp Crosspolymer, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 SalicylateAlso 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 MethoxydibenzoylmethaneIngredient Ratings
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