Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Cetaphil Sun SPF 50 Light Gel versus Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ .
Last updated on January 01, 2024. Published on December 22, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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.
Ingredient Info
Cetaphil Sun SPF 50 Light Gel 23 ingredients
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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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 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
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 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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 😥
At a glance
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Cetaphil Sun SPF 50 Light Gel 23 ingredients
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Cetaphil Sun SPF 50 Light Gel 23 ingredients
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Alcohol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Dibutyl Adipate • Titanium Dioxide • Dimethicone • Cyclodextrin • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol • Tocopherol • Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Silica • Decyl Glucoside • Triethanolamine • Xanthan Gum • Acrylates Copolymer • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Lauryl Glucoside • BHT • Propylene Glycol
Titanium Dioxide 4.5% • Zinc Oxide 6.5% • Water • Caprylic Acid • Isohexadecane • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer • Cetyl PCA • Lauryl Peg-8 Dimethicone • C30-38 Olefin • Sodium Chloride • Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene • Dimethicone • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Peg-8 • Alumina • Glycerin • Sodium Citrate • Tocopheryl Acetate
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 WaterCetaphil Sun SPF 50 Light Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 DioxideCetaphil Sun SPF 50 Light Gel contains this as ingredient number 8.
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Cetaphil Sun SPF 50 Light Gel contains this as ingredient number 9.
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Cetaphil Sun SPF 50 Light Gel 23 ingredients
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
Usage
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When to use
Cetaphil Sun SPF 50 Light Gel 23 ingredients
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
andeulea
Really wanted to like this
I have been looking for a mineral sunscreen that is tear free and came across this because it was also fungal acne safe....
Really wanted to like this
I have been looking for a mineral sunscreen that is tear free and came across this because it was also fungal acne safe. After using it a few times, I have a couple of things to say:
• I have light olive skin & this leaves a white cast!
• It is very hard to rub in
I will try again and see if there’s anything I can do to make it easier to wear. But for now I dont like it
UnidentifiedFlyingOkra
HG, for now.
F**king sunscreen, man. It can be a battle for those of us with sensitive, clog-prone, acneic skin. This tube is one of the most...
HG, for now.
F**king sunscreen, man. It can be a battle for those of us with sensitive, clog-prone, acneic skin. This tube is one of the most soothing & gentle formulas I've ever used. Mineral, with Caprylic Acid and a little bit of glycerin. Doesn't break me out. It's a basic formula and probably only suitable for lighter skin or those who don't mind a white-cast. I'm white/fair and I find it does eventually absorb relatively nicely (except in my eyebrows...) but, as with most mineral sunscreens, I'm sure the white-cast would be extreme on darker skin. I docked a star for this reason.
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