Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 versus SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted .
Last updated on November 06, 2023. Published on November 04, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, 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
Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 37 ingredients
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted 21 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Sulfate
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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
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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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
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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Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 37 ingredients
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted 21 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 37 ingredients
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted 21 ingredients
Homosalate 4% • Octocrylene 4% • Benzophenone-3 1.5% • Titanium Dioxide • Dimethicone • Water • Alcohol • Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Aluminum Hydroxide • Stearic Acid • Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone • Nylon-12 • Peg-12 Dimethicone • Sodium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum • Glycerin • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Disodium EDTA • Sanicula Europaea Extract • Butylene Glycol • Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate • Lysine • Magnesium Chloride • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer • Thermus Thermophillus Ferment • Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Ribes Nigrum Bud Extract • Potassium Sorbate • Citric Acid • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract • Sodium Lauryl Sulfate • CI 77891 • CI 77499
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Aluminum Hydroxide • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Sodium Chloride • Caffeine • Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Sodium Citrate • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone • Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Stearic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77492
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Ingredients Explained
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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.
Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 WaterClarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted contains this as ingredient number 1.
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted contains this as ingredient number 4.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideClarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 AcidClarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 10.
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted contains this as ingredient number 18.
Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 11.
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted contains this as ingredient number 16.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideClarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 14.
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted contains this as ingredient number 9.
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.
Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted contains this as ingredient number 20.
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.
Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted contains this as ingredient number 19.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateClarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 19.
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted contains this as ingredient number 12.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 22.
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted contains this as ingredient number 5.
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Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 37 ingredients
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted 21 ingredients
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Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint SPF 50 37 ingredients
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Sunscreen Tinted 21 ingredients
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