ClearChoice Sport Shield SPF 45 Versus COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 Cucumber
Updated on February 01, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
ClearChoice Sport Shield SPF 45 18 ingredients
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 Cucumber 46 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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ClearChoice Sport Shield SPF 45 18 ingredients
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 Cucumber 46 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc 12%
Antioxidant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Thioctic Acid
Antioxidant
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ergocalciferol
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Ulmus Fulva Bark Extract
MoisturisingBorago Officinalis Seed Oil
Emollient
Bisabolol
Masking
Plantago Major Callus Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Zinc 12%, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Thioctic Acid, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ergocalciferol, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Ulmus Fulva Bark Extract, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Bisabolol, Plantago Major Callus Extract, Allantoin, Hyaluronic Acid, Squalane
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 1.75%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 2.5%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 1.5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
Masking
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCarthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Citronellyl Acetate
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Decanal
MaskingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingDimethicone
Emollient
Dimethylheptenal
Perfuming
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning3-Hexenol
Masking
Hexenyl Acetate
Masking
Hexyl Acetate
Masking
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Linalyl Acetate
Masking
Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Dihydroabietate
Nerol
Perfuming
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPolysilicone-11
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Sodium Phytate
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Palmitate
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Tropolone
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 1.75%, Homosalate 2.5%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 1.5%, Octocrylene, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, Citric Acid, Citronellyl Acetate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Decanal, Decyl Glucoside, Dimethicone, Dimethylheptenal, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, 3-Hexenol, Hexenyl Acetate, Hexyl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Jojoba Esters, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Linalyl Acetate, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Nerol, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Polysilicone-11, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Silica, Sodium Phytate, Sorbitan Oleate, Sorbitan Palmitate, Squalane, Triethyl Citrate, Tropolone, Water, Xanthan Gum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceCarthamus tinctorius seed oil comes from safflower, one of humanity's oldest crops.
Safflower seed oil contains a high percentage of linoleic acid and oleic acid. It also contains Vitamin E. These three components are effective moisturizers.
Vitamin E helps nourish your skin's lipid barrier. It is also a potent antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or unstable molecules that may damage your skin cells.
Due to its high fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be malassezia folliculitis safe.
Thoughout history, safflower has been used for dying fabrics and in food as a saffron substitute.
Learn more about Carthamus Tinctorius Seed OilSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
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