Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation versus ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 .
Published on December 08, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 19 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, peptides, retinoid, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain 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
Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation 56 ingredients
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 43 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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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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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Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation 56 ingredients
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 43 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation 56 ingredients
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 43 ingredients
Cyclopentasiloxane • Water • Mica • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Zinc Oxide • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Titanium Dioxide • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Silica • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Butylene Glycol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Glyceryl Linoleate • Glyceryl Linolenate • Retinyl Palmitate • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Ceramide NP • Lactis Lipida • Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract • Dimethiconol • Cyclotetrasiloxane • Jojoba Esters • Lauroyl Lysine • Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Cananga Odorata Flower Oil • Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil • Sorbitol • Lecithin • Polysorbate 20 • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Alumina • Xanthan Gum • Carbomer • BHA • Sodium Lactate • Disodium EDTA • Sorbic Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Chlorphenesin • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Caprylyl Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Phenethyl Alcohol • Farnesol • Linalool • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499
Titanium Dioxide 1% • Zinc Oxide 20% • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Phenyl Trimethicone • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract • Ecklonia Kurome Extract • Glycine Soja Seed Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Hexyl Laurate • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Tribehenin • Bisabolol • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Water • Glycerin • Cyclotetrasiloxane • Squalane • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Dimethiconol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Stearic Acid • Alumina • Caprylyl Glycol • Behenyl Behenate • Melanin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ethyl Ferulate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Ascorbic Acid • Retinyl Palmitate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopherol • Myristoyl Pentapeptide-8 • Pentylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Chlorphenesin • CI 77492
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneColorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 1.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 WaterColorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 2.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideColorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 4.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 can be harmful to coral reefs.
More about harmful reef ingredients here.
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 OxideColorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 5.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.
Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 6.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Titanium 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 DioxideColorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 7.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 8.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinColorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 9.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.
Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.
Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 12.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 AcetateColorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 14.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 32.
Retinyl palmitate is a form of retinoid. Retinoids are the superstar class of anti-aging ingredients that include tretinoin and retinol.
This particular ingredient has had a bumpy year with its rise and fall in popularity.
First, Retinyl palmitate is created from palmitic acid and retinol. It is a retinol ester and considered one of the weaker forms of retinoid.
This is because all retinoids have to be converted to Tretinoin, AKA retinoic acid. Retinyl Palmitate is pretty far down the line and has to go through multiple conversions before its effects are seen.
Due to this long and ineffective conversion line, the benefits of Retinyl Palmitate are debated.
Studies show Retinyl Palmitate to help:
Dermatologists say this ingredient is ineffective because it isn't used in high enough concentrations in cosmetics.
This ingredient used to be found in sunscreens to boost the efficacy of sunscreen filters.
The downfall of Retinyl Palmitate was due to released reports about the ingredient being correlated to sun damage and skin tumors.
While there is a study showing this ingredient to cause DNA damage when exposed to UV-A, there is no concrete proof of it being linked to skin cancer. It is safe to use when used correctly.
All retinoids increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun in the first few months of usage. Be especially careful with reapplying sunscreen when using any form of retinoid.
Currently, this ingredient is still allowed in cosmetics all over the world. In Canada, cosmetics must have a warning label stating the product to contain Retinyl Palmitate
Fun fact: This ingredient is often added to low-fat milk to increase the levels of Vitamin A.
Learn more about Retinyl PalmitateColorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 17.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 36.
Dimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.
Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 25.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Cyclotetrasiloxane is a type of silicone.
Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 26.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 22.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneColorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 36.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 34.
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaColorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 38.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 28.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinColorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 46.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 42.
Caprylyl 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 GlycolColorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 50.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 29.
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.
Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 51.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 41.
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation contains this as ingredient number 56.
ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Prime Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 43.
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Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF 30 UV Protective Foundation 56 ingredients
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