Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of EltaMD, Inc UV Restore Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Sunscreen versus Avène Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ .
Published on April 11, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, 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
EltaMD, Inc UV Restore Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Sunscreen 31 ingredients
Avène Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ 31 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
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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 😥
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EltaMD, Inc UV Restore Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Sunscreen 31 ingredients
Avène Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ 31 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
EltaMD, Inc UV Restore Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Sunscreen 31 ingredients
Avène Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ 31 ingredients
Zinc Oxide 15% • Titanium Dioxide 2% • Coco-Caprylate • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate • Silica • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Peg-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate • Phenoxyethanol • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Glycerin • Saccharide Isomerate • Glyceryl Behenate • Xanthan Gum • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Squalane • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Sclerotium Gum • Lecithin • Pullulan • Dimethicone • Polysorbate 60 • Ethylene/Methacrylate Copolymer • Mica
Zinc Oxide 12% • Water • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Propanediol • Jojoba Esters • Tridecyl Salicylate • Methylheptyl Isostearate • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate • Niacinamide • Nylon-12 • Methylpropanediol • Coco-Caprylate • CI 77492 • Silica • Sodium Chloride • Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Caprylyl Glycol • Bisabolol • Allantoin • Oryza Sativa Bran Extract • Lecithin • Phenylpropanol • Helianthus Annuus Extract • Tocopherol • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Isostearic Acid • Hydrogenated Lecithin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Sodium Hydroxide
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Ingredients Explained
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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.
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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 OxideEltaMD, Inc UV Restore Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 1.
Avène Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Coco-Caprylate is created from fatty coconut alcohol and caprylic acid.
It is a lightweight emollient. Emollients create a thin barrier on the skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Once applied, Coco-Caprylate is absorbed quickly and leaves a silky feel. It may help solubilize other ingredients, or help other ingredients be dispersed evenly.
Coco-Caprylate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-CaprylateEltaMD, Inc UV Restore Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 3.
Avène Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 Restore Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 6.
Avène Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 Restore Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 8.
Avène Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.
Lecithin is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.
As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin. The phospholipids in Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.
Learn more about LecithinEltaMD, Inc UV Restore Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 26.
Avène Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 22.
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EltaMD, Inc UV Restore Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Sunscreen 31 ingredients
Avène Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ 31 ingredients
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EltaMD, Inc UV Restore Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Sunscreen 31 ingredients
Avène Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ 31 ingredients
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