Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) versus EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted .
Published on February 05, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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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
Dr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) 30 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted 24 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
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is 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 🎉
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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Dr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) 30 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted 24 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Dr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) 30 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted 24 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Zinc Oxide • Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate • Titanium Dioxide • Octyldodecyl Oleate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Squalane • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Cetearyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Polysorbate 60 • Alumina • Aluminum Stearate • Carbomer • Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Disodium EDTA • Isostearic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sorbitan Isostearate • Biosaccharide Gum-4 • Citric Acid • CI 77891 • CI 77492 • CI 77491 • CI 77499
Zinc Oxide 9% • Titanium Dioxide 7% • Alumina • Butylene Glycol • Citric Acid • Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate • CI 77492 • Isopropyl Palmitate • Lecithin • Linoleic Acid • Hydrogen Dimethicone • Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Oleth-3 Phosphate • Perfluorononyl Dimethicone • Phenoxyethanol • Polyacrylate-13 • Polyisobutene • Polysorbate 20 • Water • Quercetin • Sodium Hydroxide • Thioctic Acid • Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterDr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) contains this as ingredient number 1.
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) contains this as ingredient number 3.
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 1.
We don't have a description for Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate.
Dr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) contains this as ingredient number 4.
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 DioxideDr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) contains this as ingredient number 5.
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 2.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Dr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) contains this as ingredient number 12.
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 AluminaDr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) contains this as ingredient number 15.
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 AcidDr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) contains this as ingredient number 26.
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 5.
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Dr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) contains this as ingredient number 28.
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 7.
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Dr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) 30 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted 24 ingredients
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Dr Sam’s Flawless Gossamer Tint SPF50 (Tint 02-Fair to Beige) 30 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted 24 ingredients
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