Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Ultimate Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50 Versus Live Tinted Hueguard 3-in-1 Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30
Updated on January 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Ultimate Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50 29 ingredients
Live Tinted Hueguard 3-in-1 Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 42 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Ultimate Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50 29 ingredients
Live Tinted Hueguard 3-in-1 Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 42 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPongamia Pinnata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer
CleansingMagnesium Hydroxide
AbsorbentTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Magnesium Sulfate
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSodium Chloride
Masking
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Sodium Citrate
BufferingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Zinc Oxide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Tranexamic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer, Magnesium Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Magnesium Sulfate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Chloride, Triethyl Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate
Zinc Oxide 18.23%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
C13-15 Alkane
SolventPropanediol
Solvent
C15-19 Alkane
SolventBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Octyldodecanol
EmollientPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Inositol
Humectant
Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
Lecithin
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCoco-Glucoside
CleansingPolyglycerin-3
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/Laurate
CleansingBisabolol
Masking
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantSodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingSodium Phytate
Glycerin
Humectant
Physalis Alkekengi Calyx Extract
Skin ConditioningBiosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
T-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sodium Anisate
AntimicrobialGlucose
Humectant
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide 18.23%, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, C13-15 Alkane, Propanediol, C15-19 Alkane, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Tocopherol, Octyldodecanol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Inositol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Silica, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Xanthan Gum, Coco-Glucoside, Polyglycerin-3, Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/Laurate, Bisabolol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Arachidyl Glucoside, Sodium Phytate, Glycerin, Physalis Alkekengi Calyx Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Sodium Levulinate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Cetearyl Alcohol, T-Butyl Alcohol, Sodium Anisate, Glucose, Beta-Carotene, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Alcohol, CI 77492, CI 77491
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterZinc 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 OxideThis 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 TriglyceridePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolPolyhydroxystearic 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 AcidSodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateIngredient Ratings
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Ultimate Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50 29 ingredients
Live Tinted Hueguard 3-in-1 Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 42 ingredients
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