Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of EltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 versus SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact .
Published on June 08, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
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 silicones
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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.
Ingredient Info
EltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 29 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact 43 ingredients
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
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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 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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EltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 29 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact 43 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
EltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 29 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact 43 ingredients
Zinc Oxide 10% • Titanium Dioxide 5.5% • Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • C15-19 Alkane • Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Cetyl Dimethicone • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Mica • Dimethicone • Sorbitan Olivate • Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Sodium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Glycerin • Xanthan Gum • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Euphorbia Cerifera Cera • Sodium Hyaluronate • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glyceryl Behenate • Silica • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Tocopheryl Acetate
1,2-Hexanediol • Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer • Alumina • Bis-Vinyl Dimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer • Bisabolol • Brassica Campestris Sterols • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Caprylyl Glycol • Cerium Oxide • Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide • Dimethicone • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hexyldecanol • Himanthalia Elongata Extract • Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil • CI 77499 • Laureth-25 • Laureth-3 • Mica • Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate • Ozokerite • Phenethyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol • Phenyl Trimethicone • Plankton Extract • Polyethylene • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil • Silica • Simethicone • Sodium Chloride • Stearic Acid • Tocopherol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Tribehenin • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Water • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
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 WaterEltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 3.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 42.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 4.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 8.
We don't have a description for Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate.
EltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 6.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 23.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is a photostabilizer, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateEltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 7.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 7.
Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaEltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 10.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 22.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
EltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 11.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 12.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidEltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 14.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 30.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideEltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 15.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 35.
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.
EltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 16.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 26.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteEltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 18.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 14.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneEltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 21.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 40.
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.
EltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 25.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 15.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaEltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 27.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 33.
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 AcetateEltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 contains this as ingredient number 29.
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact contains this as ingredient number 38.
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EltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 29 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Sunscreen Compact 43 ingredients
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EltaMD, Inc UV Replenish SPF 44 29 ingredients
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