Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream versus Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 .
Last updated on January 21, 2024. Published on March 05, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and 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
Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream 46 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 84 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 😥
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream 46 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 84 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream 46 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 84 ingredients
Benzophenone-3 5% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Homosalate 5% • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Octocrylene 2.7% • Water • Methyl Trimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate • Butyrospermum Parkii Oil • Peg-100 Stearate • Silica • Dipentaerythrityl Tri-Polyhydroxystearate • Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Dimethicone • Glyceryl Stearate • Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Soy Protein • Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract • Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract • Plankton Extract • Caffeine • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Sucrose • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • C30-38 Olefin/Isopropyl Maleate/Ma Copolymer • Cetyl Alcohol • Vp/Eicosene Copolymer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Peg-8 Laurate • Sodium Rna • Lecithin • Propyl Gallate • Arginine Ferulate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Caprylyl Glycol • Ascorbyl Tocopheryl Maleate • Stearic Acid • Xanthan Gum • Hexylene Glycol • Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Mica • Sodium Dehydroacetate
Zinc Oxide 16% • Water • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Dimethicone • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Coconut Alkanes • Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract • Ferulic Acid • Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract • Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Quercetin • Tocopherol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Xanthophylls • Sucrose • Ethylhexylglycerin • Lecithin • Polyglutamic Acid • Tapioca Starch • Calcium Gluconate • Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer • Triheptanoin • Xanthan Gum • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Propanediol • C13-15 Alkane • Dipropylene Glycol • Sodium Hydroxide • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Isostearyl Lactate • Triethyl Citrate • Sodium Chloride • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Gluconolactone • Sodium Citrate • Citric Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate • Aluminum PCA • Benzophenone • Butoxyethanol • BHA • BHT • Carbon Black • Tar Oil • Ethanolamine • Formaldehyde • Hydroquinone • Anisyl Acetate • Methoxyethanol • Methyl Ethylcellulose • Methylchloroisothiazolinone • Paraffinum Liquidum • Benzophenone-3 • Sodium Paraben • Petrolatum • Diethyl Phthalate • Polyacrylamide • Resorcinol • Retinyl Palmitate • Styrene • Tea-Sulfate • Sodium Lauryl Sulfate • Talc • Toluene • Triclocarban • Acetone • Acrylonitrile • Benzalkonium Chloride • Bisphenol A Bis-Ether • EDTA • Methyl Niacinamide Chloride • Polytetrafluoroethylene Acetoxypropyl Betaine • Butyloctanoic Acid • Ceramide AP • Peg-4 • Dioxolane • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
You probably know this ingredient as Oxybenzone, a sunscreen ingredient. It is a broad-spectrum sunscreen ingredient, meaning it can protect the skin against UVB and short UVA rays. The absorption range is 270-350 nm with peak absorption at 288 and 350 nm.
This chemical ingredient protects your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy. UV absorbers may absorb both UVA and UVB rays. It is often combined with other sunscreen ingredients to help with stability.
Ongoing research is looking into whether oxybenzone causes skin irritation and sensitivity. However, it has been shown to trigger contact dermatitis in some studies.
Oxybenzone is allowed in certain concentrations by many countries. It is allowed up to 6% in the US, and Canada, 5% in Japan, and 10% in Australia. Other countries and regions of the US have banned this ingredient to protect coral reefs and marine ecosystems. These places include Hawaii, Key West, US Virgin Islands, marine parks in Thailand, Aruba, and Palau.
The EU currently allows the following maximum concentrations:
Studies show conflicting results about oxybenzone being absorbed into the human body. The Swedish Research Institute has advised careful use of this ingredient by pregnant women and children. We always recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns about this ingredient and your health.
Learn more about Benzophenone-3Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 60.
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 WaterClinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is a photostabilizer, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateClinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Sucrose is a natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts. It is the main constituent of white sugar.
In skincare, sucrose is a humectant and can be a mild exfoliant.
Sucrose is hydrophilic, meaning it attracts water. This makes it an effective humectant and helps hydrate the skin.
Studies show sugars may worsen acne-prone skin due to it disrupting the skin's natural biome. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
In some products such as body scrubs, sucrose is used as an gentle exfoliant.
The term 'sucrose' comes from the french word for sugar, 'sucre'.
Learn more about SucroseClinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 18.
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.
Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.
Lecithin is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.
As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin. The phospholipids in Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.
Learn more about LecithinClinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 AcetateClinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumClinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 26.
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.
Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 44.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 43.
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Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream 46 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 84 ingredients
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Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Cream 46 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 84 ingredients
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