Colorescience Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Glow SPF 50 Versus Intradermology Synergy 6 NX-Gen SPF 50
Updated on July 19, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Colorescience Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Glow SPF 50 42 ingredients
Intradermology Synergy 6 NX-Gen SPF 50 43 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Colorescience Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Glow SPF 50 42 ingredients
Intradermology Synergy 6 NX-Gen SPF 50 43 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 12%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Isododecane
EmollientLauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Propanediol
SolventDimethicone
Emollient
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Tridecyl Salicylate
Skin ConditioningDimethiconol
Emollient
Trilaureth-4 Phosphate
EmulsifyingLauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentSodium Chloride
Masking
Bisabolol
Masking
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningDisodium Lauriminodipropionate
CleansingTocopheryl Phosphate
CleansingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
Antioxidant
Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
Antioxidant
Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract
Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Isoceteth-10
EmulsifyingSilica
Abrasive
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Zinc Oxide 12%, Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Isododecane, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Mica, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Niacinamide, Tridecyl Salicylate, Dimethiconol, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Maltodextrin, Sodium Chloride, Bisabolol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disodium Lauriminodipropionate, Tocopheryl Phosphate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Isoceteth-10, Silica, Tin Oxide, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Benzoic Acid, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77891, Iron Oxides
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Squalane
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Ether
EmollientPhenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Propanediol
SolventEthyl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer
AbsorbentTriethanolamine
BufferingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentAcetyl Hexapeptide-49
Skin Conditioning
Gossypium Herbaceum Callus Culture
Skin ConditioningAlteromonas Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygonum Aviculare Extract
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
PEG-75 Stearate
Ceteth-20
CleansingSteareth-20
CleansingLecithin
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Malic Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Citronellol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Squalane, Dicaprylyl Ether, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Propanediol, Ethyl Macadamiate, Butylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Octocrylene, Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer, Triethanolamine, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-49, Gossypium Herbaceum Callus Culture, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Polygonum Aviculare Extract, Glycerin, PEG-75 Stearate, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Lecithin, Silica, Tocopherol, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Citronellol, Limonene, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateTitanium 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 DioxideIngredient Ratings
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Colorescience Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Glow SPF 50 42 ingredients
Intradermology Synergy 6 NX-Gen SPF 50 43 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Colorescience Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Glow SPF 50 42 ingredients
Overall a great product. Has light coverage and gives a natural makeup look to the skin with its sheer. It is a mineral sunscreen so it takes a bit longer than a chemical sunscreen to absorb, but does it very well.
It's ok,
