EltaMD, Inc UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

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EltaMD, Inc UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 Versus Kosas Dreambeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen SPF 40 - Original

Sunscreen

American Brand

Updated on October 04, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA, hyaluronic acid, SPF and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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EltaMD, Inc UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 17 ingredients

Kosas Dreambeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen SPF 40 38 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

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EltaMD, Inc UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 17 ingredients

Kosas Dreambeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen SPF 40 38 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

Zinc Oxide 9%

Cosmetic Colorant

1 / 0 Mineral UV Filter Icon

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%

UV Absorber

0 / 0 Chemical UV Filter Icon

Water

Cyclomethicone

Niacinamide

Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate

Emollient

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Polyisobutene

PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether

Emulsifying

Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant

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Tocopheryl Acetate

Lactic Acid

Oleth-3 Phosphate

Phenoxyethanol

Butylene Glycol

1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate

Preservative

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Zinc Oxide 9%, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%, Water, Cyclomethicone, Niacinamide, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lactic Acid, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Dreambeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen SPF 40

Zinc Oxide 21.7%

Cosmetic Colorant

1 / 0 Mineral UV Filter Icon

Water

Skin Conditioning

C13-15 Alkane

Solvent

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Skin Conditioning

Propanediol

Solvent

Mica

Cosmetic Colorant

Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate

Skin Conditioning

Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate

Emulsifying

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Silica

Abrasive

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Antimicrobial

Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate

Emulsifying

Galactoarabinan

Allantoin

Skin Conditioning

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Fructooligosaccharides

Bioflavonoids

Glycoproteins

Bisabolol

Ceramide Ng

Lactic Acid

Sodium Hyaluronate

0 / 0 Hyaluronic Acid Icon

Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12

Skin Conditioning

Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum

Emulsion Stabilising

Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant

0 / 0 Vitamin E Icon

Disteardimonium Hectorite

Stabilising

Glycerin

Humectant

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Emulsifying

Tribehenin

Emollient

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Isostearic Acid

Lecithin

Xanthan Gum

Sodium Chloride

Phytic Acid

Pentylene Glycol

Phenethyl Alcohol

CI 77891

CI 77491

CI 77492

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Lactic Acid

Buffering, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.

Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.

Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.

Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.

Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant, Skin Conditioning

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:

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Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

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.

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Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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Zinc Oxide

Cosmetic Colorant, Skin Protecting, UV Absorber

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 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.

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