Colorescience Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Brush-On Shield SPF 50 - Fair Versus Supergoop! (Re)setting Mineral Powder Sunscreen SPF 35 PA+++ - Translucent
Updated on July 19, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Colorescience Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Brush-On Shield SPF 50 - Fair 23 ingredients
Supergoop! (Re)setting Mineral Powder Sunscreen SPF 35 PA+++ 17 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Colorescience Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Brush-On Shield SPF 50 - Fair 23 ingredients
Supergoop! (Re)setting Mineral Powder Sunscreen SPF 35 PA+++ 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Titanium Dioxide 22.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 22.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningDimethiconol
Emollient
Lycopodium Clavatum Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract
Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Quercus Robur Wood Extract
HumectantHelianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Methicone
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
CI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Titanium Dioxide 22.5%, Zinc Oxide 22.5%, Mica, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Lycopodium Clavatum Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Glycerin, Water, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Quercus Robur Wood Extract, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Maltodextrin, Methicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Laureth-4, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, CI 77288, Iron Oxides
Zinc Oxide 24.7%
Cosmetic Colorant
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Silica
Abrasive
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Pentaisostearate
Emollient
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningNylon-6/12
AbsorbentSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Olive Glycerides
Emulsifying
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Iron Oxides
Zinc Oxide 24.7%, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Lauroyl Lysine, Polyglyceryl-10 Pentaisostearate, Boron Nitride, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Nylon-6/12, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Olive Glycerides, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ceramide 3, Iron Oxides
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Zinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxideTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneThis ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
Ingredient Ratings
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When to use
Colorescience Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Brush-On Shield SPF 50 - Fair 23 ingredients
Supergoop! (Re)setting Mineral Powder Sunscreen SPF 35 PA+++ 17 ingredients
Reviews
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Colorescience Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Brush-On Shield SPF 50 - Fair 23 ingredients
i don’t use this as my primary sunscreen as i do go in with a different one when doing my morning skincare, but this is really good to have in my bag to touch up during the day. it doesn’t disrupt my makeup. i brought this with me when i went to gov ball where i spent all day in the sun and it provided good protection + my skin hasn’t reacted badly to it- don’t love that it has mica but what can Show more
