COOLA Mineral Face Organic Tinted Sunscreen Lotion Sheer Matte SPF 30 Versus COOLA Mineral Body Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 Fragrance Free
Updated on April 24, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 12 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 and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
COOLA Mineral Face Organic Tinted Sunscreen Lotion Sheer Matte SPF 30 41 ingredients
COOLA Mineral Body Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 Fragrance Free 44 ingredients
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COOLA Mineral Face Organic Tinted Sunscreen Lotion Sheer Matte SPF 30 41 ingredients
COOLA Mineral Body Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 Fragrance Free 44 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 10.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate
Glycerin
Humectant
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Trimethoxybenzylidene Pentanedione
Antioxidant
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCarthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes
Emollient
Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Opuntia Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientIron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantPropylene Carbonate
SolventGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Zinc Oxide 10.5%, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate, Glycerin, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Sorbitan Oleate, Trimethoxybenzylidene Pentanedione, Arachidyl Alcohol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Opuntia Vulgaris Extract, Behenyl Alcohol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Isostearic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Iron Oxides, CI 77891, Sorbitan Isostearate, CI 77492, CI 77491, Disteardimonium Hectorite, CI 77499, Propylene Carbonate, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate
Zinc Oxide 7%
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide 3.2%
Cosmetic Colorant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
Masking
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientArachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Benzyl Acetate
Masking
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
C30-38 Olefin/Isopropyl Maleate/Ma Copolymer
EmulsifyingCamelina Sativa Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCarthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningEvernia Prunastri Extract
Perfuming
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin ProtectingLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Sulfate
Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Anthranilate
MaskingNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientOpuntia Tuna Flower/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Tristearate
EmulsifyingStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl/Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Zinc Oxide 7%, Titanium Dioxide 3.2%, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Benzyl Acetate, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C30-38 Olefin/Isopropyl Maleate/Ma Copolymer, Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Cetyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Extract, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Evernia Prunastri Extract, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Magnesium Sulfate, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Methyl Anthranilate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Opuntia Tuna Flower/Stem Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Polysorbate 60, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Silica, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Sorbitan Tristearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Stearyl/Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Triethyl Citrate, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
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 OxideAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
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 TriglycerideButyloctyl Salicylate is similar to octisalate. It a photostabilizer, SPF booster, 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.
Due to regulation loopholes, this ingredient is not required to be labeled as an active chemical filter like other UV ingredients. This is why you'll likely find this ingredient in mineral sunscreens from the US.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateGlycerin 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 GlycerinArachidyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol made from peanut oil. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and thickener.
You'll most likely find this ingredient as an emulsifier in water-based cosmetics.
Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes isn't fungal acne safe.
Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil is created from the seeds of the raspberry fruit. Raspberries are native to northern Europe and Asia.
Raspberry seed oil is an emollient with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is rich in fatty acids, tocopherols, flavonoids, Vitamin C, and Vitamin E.
As an emollient, raspberry seed oil helps hydrate your skin. Emollients prevent moisture from evaporating by creating a film on top.
Learn more about Rubus Idaeus Seed OilLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil is the oil extracted from the seeds of the meadowfoam plant. This oil is non-fragrant and is an emollient. As an emollient, meadowfoam seed oil helps soften and hydrate the skin.
Due to its structure, meadowfoam seed oil is stable and has a long shelf life. It has the highest concentration of stable fatty-acids among plant oils. This makeup helps prevent it from degrading once exposed to oxygen.
Due to the fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Meadowfoam is native to California and Oregon.
Learn more about Limnanthes Alba Seed OilA type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as traditional alcohols.
Emollients help keep your skin soft and hydrated by creating a film that traps moisture in.
Behenyl Alcohol is usually derived from the fats in vegetable oils.
In 2000, Behenyl Alcohol was approved by the US as medicine to reduce the duration of cold sores.
Learn more about Behenyl AlcoholWe don't have a description for Arachidyl Glucoside yet.
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