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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Clean Screen SPF 50 Oil Control Mineral Sunscreen versus Y.O.U Sunbrella Intensive Care Aqua Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ .

Last updated on January 18, 2024. Published on January 30, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots

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

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter
Mineral UV Filter (2)
Exfoliators

Benefits

Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting (2)

Concerns

Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (2)
AHA
Exfoliators (2)
Ceramides (5)
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (4)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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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.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Clean Screen SPF 50 Oil Control Mineral Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 1.

Y.O.U Sunbrella Intensive Care Aqua Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Acrylates Copolymer is used as a film-forming agent and texture enhancer.

After applied, Acrylates Copolymer forms a thin film cover that helps skin feel more soft. It can help sunscreens become more water-resistant.

It is also used to make a product more thick.

Learn more about Acrylates Copolymer

Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Clean Screen SPF 50 Oil Control Mineral Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 13.

Y.O.U Sunbrella Intensive Care Aqua Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

3
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Clean Screen SPF 50 Oil Control Mineral Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 18.

Y.O.U Sunbrella Intensive Care Aqua Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Clean Screen SPF 50 Oil Control Mineral Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 19.

Y.O.U Sunbrella Intensive Care Aqua Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 39.

5
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Clean Screen SPF 50 Oil Control Mineral Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 21.

Y.O.U Sunbrella Intensive Care Aqua Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 13.

6
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

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Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Clean Screen SPF 50 Oil Control Mineral Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 29.

Y.O.U Sunbrella Intensive Care Aqua Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 15.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

30% are loved or liked
20% have mixed ratings
47% are disliked or very disliked
3% have no rating yet
45% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
26% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Y.O.U Sunbrella Intensive Care Aqua Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ 42 ingredients

4.7 /5
from 3 ratings
Light (2) Absorbs Well (1) Great Value (1) Hydrating (1) Works Well (1)
Ginger's avatar

Ginger

2 months ago · Oily Skin
Review

It didnt break me out, but when my skin was feeling too sensitive, it kinda stings (probably bc I was using too much niacinamide). Doesn't feel...

It didnt break me out, but when my skin was feeling too sensitive, it kinda stings (probably bc I was using too much niacinamide). Doesn't feel greasy at all, but it leaves a bit of white cast when it dries even though I spread the product as much as I can. I’d use this again if I don’t have to go out of the house so the white cast wont matter.

AndreaLian's avatar

AndreaLian

20 days ago · Oily Skin
Review

Great formula - lightweight, no white cast, no breakouts, no oiliness even in humid weather, ideal for under makeup. Instant HG!

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