Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Derma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body versus Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ .
Published on May 25, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, sensitive skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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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
Derma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body 21 ingredients
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ 41 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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 😥
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Derma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body 21 ingredients
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ 41 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Derma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body 21 ingredients
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ 41 ingredients
Zinc Oxide 20% • Water • Coco-Caprylate • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Lauryl Glucoside • Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Glycerin • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Cellulose Gum • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Panthenol • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phytic Acid • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Xanthan Gum • Benzyl Alcohol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopherol
Titanium Dioxide 4.9% • Zinc Oxide 4.7% • Water • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Beeswax • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Silica • Butylene Glycol • Peg-8 • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Cetyl Dimethicone • Benzyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Methicone • Arachidyl Alcohol • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Peg-8 Laurate • Xanthan Gum • Isohexadecane • Behenyl Alcohol • Trisiloxane • Ethylhexylglycerin • Disodium EDTA • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Arachidyl Glucoside • Bisabolol • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • BHT • Polysorbate 60 • Stearic Acid • Methylisothiazolinone • Polyaminopropyl Biguanide • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ascorbic Acid • Calcium Pantothenate • Retinyl Palmitate • Alumina
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Ingredients Explained
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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.
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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 OxideDerma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body contains this as ingredient number 1.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 WaterDerma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body contains this as ingredient number 2.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 AcetateDerma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body contains this as ingredient number 14.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 37.
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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneDerma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body contains this as ingredient number 16.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 30.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidDerma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body contains this as ingredient number 17.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumDerma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body contains this as ingredient number 18.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 20.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholDerma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body contains this as ingredient number 19.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Derma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body contains this as ingredient number 20.
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ contains this as ingredient number 24.
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Derma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body 21 ingredients
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ 41 ingredients
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Derma E Sun Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Body 21 ingredients
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60+ 41 ingredients
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