Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Cotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 versus Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 36C .
Last updated on July 11, 2023. Published on June 19, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
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
Cotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 27 ingredients
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 37 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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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is 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 🎉
Contains Sulfate
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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Cotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 27 ingredients
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 37 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Cotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 27 ingredients
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 37 ingredients
Titanium Dioxide 4% • Zinc Oxide 5.5% • Alumina • Aluminum Hydroxide • Aluminum Stearate • Ascorbic Acid • Ascorbyl Palmitate • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Cetearyl Isononanoate • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-15/15 Butyl Ether Dimethicone • Citric Acid • Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Ethylene Brassylate • Helianthus Annuus Seed • Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax • Hexyldecanol • Hexyldecyl Laurate • Lecithin • Ozokerite • Peg-8 • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Stearic Acid • Tocopherol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
Homosalate 9% • Titanium Dioxide 1.8% • Zinc Oxide 0.9% • Water • Dimethicone • Talc • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Isododecane • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Isopentyldiol • Sorbitol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Chloride • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Magnesium Sulfate • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Hydrogen Dimethicone • Potassium Sorbate • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Lecithin • Benzoic Acid • Aluminum Hydroxide • Alumina • Dehydroacetic Acid • Propylene Carbonate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Tocopherol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Citric Acid • Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract • Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract • Nymphaea Odorata Root Extract • CI 77891 • CI 77499
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Ingredients Explained
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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 DioxideCotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 36C contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 OxideCotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 36C contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 AluminaCotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 36C contains this as ingredient number 24.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideCotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 36C contains this as ingredient number 23.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is created by combining pure Vitamin C and palmitic acid. It is an antioxidant and helps reduce hyperpigmentation.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may break down skin cells. Antioxdants help reduce signs of aging.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is a stable version of Vitamin C, meaning it does not disintegrate when exposed to sunlight. However, studies show it does not penetrate skin as well as pure Vitamin C.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Ascorbyl PalmitateCotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 36C contains this as ingredient number 31.
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 BenzoateCotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 36C contains this as ingredient number 7.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidCotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 36C contains this as ingredient number 32.
Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.
Lecithin is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.
As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin. The phospholipids in Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.
Learn more about LecithinCotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 36C contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 TocopherolCotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 36C contains this as ingredient number 29.
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 AcetateCotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 26.
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 36C contains this as ingredient number 12.
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Cotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 27 ingredients
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 37 ingredients
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Cotz Skincare Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 27 ingredients
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 37 ingredients
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for a no makeup makeup look, this is it. 20W wouldn’t work for me in a foundation, but this product is so light you don’t need an exact...
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for a no makeup makeup look, this is it. 20W wouldn’t work for me in a foundation, but this product is so light you don’t need an exact shade match.
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