e.l.f. cosmetics Suntouchable! Invisible Sunscreen SPF 35 Versus Bubble Solar Mate SPF 40
Updated on July 19, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Suntouchable! Invisible Sunscreen SPF 35 19 ingredients
Bubble Solar Mate SPF 40 22 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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e.l.f. cosmetics Suntouchable! Invisible Sunscreen SPF 35 19 ingredients
Bubble Solar Mate SPF 40 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 8%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 7%
Skin Conditioning
Isododecane
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
PEG-10 Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
StabilisingGlycerin
Humectant
PEG-12 Dimethicone/PPG-20 Crosspolymer
Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningPolyester-7
Skin ConditioningNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Octocrylene 8%, Homosalate 7%, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Caprylyl Methicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glycerin, PEG-12 Dimethicone/PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Polyester-7, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isopropyl Palmitate
Zinc Oxide 12%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningIsoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Emulsion StabilisingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentButylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Zinc Oxide 12%, Water, Isoamyl Laurate, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose Gum, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Ingredient Ratings
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e.l.f. cosmetics Suntouchable! Invisible Sunscreen SPF 35 19 ingredients
Bubble Solar Mate SPF 40 22 ingredients
Reviews
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e.l.f. cosmetics Suntouchable! Invisible Sunscreen SPF 35 19 ingredients
I’ve tried the Goop version and this feels nearly identical. it’s a little odd when you first start putting it on, but it actually does “disappear” in seconds. I do like it, especially for the price, but I prefer a cream-esque SPF.
Bubble Solar Mate SPF 40 22 ingredients
after trying this for a week i’m gonna be real: it smells BAD. like it smells rancid for a couple seconds. however this is the only sunscreen that doesn’t break me out thank you bubble ily
Very Enjoyable
This sunscreen hits all the boxes. doesn't smell like sunscreen, no white cast, easy to apply, affordable. Only reason it is not 5 starts to me is that it feels heavy. My face sweats all the time and i seem to sweat more easily with this on. otherwise worth getting this over most sunscreens
