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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 versus Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 .

Published on April 30, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 22 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin 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 fragrances and silicones

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Sunscreen American Brand United States
Sunscreen American Brand United States

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.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Antimicrobial, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.

As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.

This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.

Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.

2
What it does: Emollient, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Isopropyl Palmitate is a texture enhancer and emollient. It is an ester of isopropyl alcohol and palmitic acid.

Palmitates are emollients. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by creating a barrier that traps moisture in.

When added to cosmetics, Isopropyl Palmitate creates a silky texture and improves spreadability.

Isopropyl Palmitate may not be fungal acne safe. It can worsen acne prone skin.

Learn more about Isopropyl Palmitate

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Butyloctyl Salicylate is a photostabilizer, 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.

According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.

Learn more about Butyloctyl Salicylate

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.

4
What it does: Emollient

We don't have a description for Ethylhexyl Isononanoate.

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.

5
What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 7.

6
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.

Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.

This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.

Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.

Learn more about Propylene Glycol

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.

7
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Cyclopentasiloxane

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 7.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.

8
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Bis-Octyldodecyl Dimer Dilinoleate/Propanediol Copolymer.

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 10.

9
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 11.

10
What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene.

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 10.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 12.

11
What it does:

We don't have a description for Polyester-27.

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 11.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.

12
What it does: Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract comes from the Tea Tree, Melaleuca alternifolia, Myrtaceae. This tea tree is native to Australia.

Tea Leaf extract contains antimicrobial and anti-acne properties.

Tea tree extract is fragrant and contains volatiles such as linalool and limonene. These fragrance and terpinen components can cause skin sensitivity.

Learn more about the benefits of Tea Tree Oil here.

Learn more about Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 12.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 14.

13
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

This ingredient comes from a brown kelp called Macrocystis pyrifera. It is rich in antioxidants and can help hydrate skin.

Brown kelp are rich in unsaturated fatty acids and phlorotannins. Phlorotannins have been found to help with inhibiting melanin production and helping reduce the signs of aging due to their high antioxidant activity.

One study suggests phlorotannins may even have some sun protection factor due to their antioxidant activity. However, this ingredient should not replace your sunscreen.

Macrocystis pyrifera is made up of about: 60% carbohydrates, 10% protein, and 1.50% lipid content. The last 30% is kelp ash.

This kelp can be found in the southern hemisphere and north Pacific.

Learn more about Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.

14
What it does: Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Astringent, Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract is an antioxidant.

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 14.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 16.

15
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 17.

16
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Beeswax is natural wax produced by honey bees and can be synthetically created. It consists mainly of fatty acid esters and long-chain alcohols.

In cosmetics, beeswax is a emollient. Due to its waxy structure, it creates a protective barrier. This barrier prevents water from evaporating off the skin.

This may not be a good ingredient for oily skin. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.

Beeswax cannot be removed with water, but can be taken off with an oil cleanser.

Beeswax is also antiseptic and contains vitamin A.

Learn more about Beeswax

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 16.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.

17
What it does: Antioxidant
Community Rating: Liked

Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant and helps with skin conditioning.

Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules. These unstable molecules may damage your skin cells. By helping stabilize free-radicals, antioxidants may help in anti-aging.

Hydroxyacetophenone boosts the efficiency of other preservatives.

Learn more about Hydroxyacetophenone

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 17.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 19.

18
What it does: Emulsifying, Stabilising

We don't have a description for Peg-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer.

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.

19
What it does: Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.

Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.

You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.

There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.

Learn more about Tocopherol

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 19.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 21.

20
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 22.

21
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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 Glycol

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 21.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 23.

22
What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.

This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.

You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.

There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.

The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.

Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.

Learn more about Sodium Chloride

Coppertone Pure and Simple Baby Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 22.

Coppertone Pure & Simple Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 24.

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9% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
27% have no rating yet
21% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
46% are disliked or very disliked
25% have no rating yet

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