Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 versus Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen .
Last updated on August 15, 2023. Published on February 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.
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
Ingredient Info
Dr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 28 ingredients
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen 30 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
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 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
At a glance
Click on any of the items below to learn more
Dr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 28 ingredients
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen 30 ingredients
Notable Ingredients
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
Benefits
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
Concerns
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
Notable Ingredients
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
Benefits
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
Concerns
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
Build your routine, track which ingredients work for you, and much more with your free account.
Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Dr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 28 ingredients
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen 30 ingredients
Water • Zinc Oxide • Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Niacinamide • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Phenoxyethanol • Squalane • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Lactic Acid • Carbomer • Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate • Polysorbate 60 • 1,2-Hexanediol • Disodium EDTA • Isostearic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sorbitan Isostearate • Biosaccharide Gum-4 • Citric Acid
Zinc Oxide 20% • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate • Hydroxyapatite • Niacinamide • Tocopheryl Acetate • Isostearic Acid • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Hydroxyacetophenone • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Peg-100 Stearate • Glycine Soja Oil • Ethyl Linoleate • Hydrolyzed Soy Protein • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Rice Amino Acids • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate • Sodium Hydroxide • Oryza Sativa Extract • Proline • Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract • Oryza Sativa Germ Extract • CI 77492 • CI 77491 • CI 77499
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Learn more about what what Com. / Irr. ratings are
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 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 OxideDr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen contains this as ingredient number 1.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideDr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen contains this as ingredient number 7.
Peg-100 Stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. PEGS are a hydrophilic polyether compound . There are 100 ethylene oxide monomers in Peg-100 Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate is polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.
Peg-100 Stearate helps keep skin soft by trapping moisture in. It helps prevent oil and water from separating in a product. By binding oil and water, it helps remove dirt and oil to be rinsed away.
Dr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen contains this as ingredient number 16.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterDr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 10.
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen contains this as ingredient number 10.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateDr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen contains this as ingredient number 11.
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is an emulsifier and helps condition the skin. It is amino acid-based.
In higher amounts, it may act as a cleansing agent.
Dr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 AcetateDr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen contains this as ingredient number 8.
Isostearic acid is a saturated fatty acid. Its structure makes it a great surfactant.
Surfactants help decrease the surface tension between two liquids. This property also makes it an effective emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent waters and oils from separating in a product.
Isostearic Acid is created from oleic acid.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Isostearic AcidDr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen contains this as ingredient number 9.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Dr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 28 ingredients
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen 30 ingredients
Usage
Here's some more info on how this product is used by our community.
When to use
Dr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 28 ingredients
Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen 30 ingredients
Alternatives
Our Dupe Finder has found 50 potential alternatives that have similar ingredients to Dr Sam’s Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50.
See 50 alternativesOur Dupe Finder has found 1 potential alternatives that have similar ingredients to Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+ Dreamscreen.
See 1 alternatives
