Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 PA++++ Versus Bioderma Photoderm Nude Touch SPF 50+
Updated on July 19, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 PA++++ 39 ingredients
Bioderma Photoderm Nude Touch SPF 50+ 30 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 Face Shield Matte SPF 50 PA++++ 39 ingredients
Bioderma Photoderm Nude Touch SPF 50+ 30 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
Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningPolymethylsilsesquioxane/Silica Crosspolymer
Dimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Tridecyl Salicylate
Skin ConditioningTrilaureth-4 Phosphate
EmulsifyingDimethiconol
Emollient
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Bisabolol
Masking
Polysilicone-11
Disodium Lauriminodipropionate
CleansingTocopheryl Phosphate
CleansingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
Antioxidant
Silica
Abrasive
Isoceteth-10
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingDimethylmethoxy Chromanol
Antioxidant
Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingHelianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingIron Oxides
Zinc Oxide 12%, Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane/Silica Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Tridecyl Salicylate, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Dimethiconol, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Maltodextrin, Sodium Chloride, Bisabolol, Polysilicone-11, Disodium Lauriminodipropionate, Tocopheryl Phosphate, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Silica, Isoceteth-10, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Decyl Glucoside, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Iron Oxides
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientIsostearyl Isostearate
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract
Skin Conditioning
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Propylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientDipropylene Glycol
MaskingMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Silica
Abrasive
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Water
Skin ConditioningHdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantPolysilicone-11
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingPropyl Gallate
Antioxidant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientDecyl Glucoside
CleansingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Mannitol
Humectant
Xylitol
Humectant
Zinc Oxide, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Isostearyl Isostearate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract, Titanium Dioxide, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Dipropylene Glycol, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Silica, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Water, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, PEG-10 Dimethicone, CI 77492, Polysilicone-11, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Salicylic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Capryloyl Glycine, Propyl Gallate, CI 77491, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Caprylyl Glycol, Decyl Glucoside, Tocopherol, Ectoin, Mannitol, Xylitol
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 OxideWater. 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 WaterDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeWe don't have a description for Polysilicone-11 yet.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolSilica 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 SilicaCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolDecyl Glucoside is a glucose-based surfactant and emulsion stabilizer. It is created by reacting glucose with the fatty acids from plants.
Surfactants help clean the skin by trapping oil, sebum, and dirt to be washed away. As an emulsion stabilizer, it stabilizes the ingredients in a product by preventing them from separating.
This ingredient is biodegradable and non-toxic. This ingredient is commonly found in baby shampoos.
Decyl Glucoside is sometimes used to stabilize the UV filter Tinosorb.
Learn more about Decyl GlucosideIngredient Ratings
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Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 PA++++ 39 ingredients
Bioderma Photoderm Nude Touch SPF 50+ 30 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 PA++++ 39 ingredients
Bioderma Photoderm Nude Touch SPF 50+ 30 ingredients
I think it was the worst sunscreen I ever tried (sorry).
Reasons:
- It's so liquid that it runs everywhere when it's being applied;
- Even though it says it's for oily skin types, it has some kind of oil in it (it never dries). Oil-Control WHERE?!;
- It's a color sunscreen, but you need to be carefull to not touch with your face ANYWHERE (hands, clothes, your boyfriend). It transfers so Show more
