Ethical Zinc Daily Wear Tinted Facial Sunscreen SPF 50+ - Dark Tint Versus Airyday Mineral Mousse SPF50+ Dreamscreen
Updated on May 14, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Ethical Zinc Daily Wear Tinted Facial Sunscreen SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
Airyday Mineral Mousse SPF50+ Dreamscreen 33 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Ethical Zinc Daily Wear Tinted Facial Sunscreen SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
Airyday Mineral Mousse SPF50+ Dreamscreen 33 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Decyl Cocoate
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
C10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
EmollientPEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingZinc Oxide, Cetearyl Glucoside, Cetearyl Alcohol, Decyl Cocoate, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Gluconolactone, Glycerin, CI 77499, CI 77491, CI 77492, Isostearic Acid, C10-18 Triglycerides, Octyldodecanol, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Water, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Xanthan Gum
Zinc Oxide 20%
Cosmetic Colorant
Isododecane
EmollientCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Cetyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Silica Silylate
EmollientPolysilicone-11
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Hydroxyapatite
Abrasive
PEG-8 Hyaluronate
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Oryza Sativa Germ Extract
EmollientIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Ethyl Linoleate
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientAscorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide 20%, Isododecane, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Trihydroxystearin, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Cetyl Dimethicone, Silica Silylate, Polysilicone-11, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Hydroxyapatite, PEG-8 Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycine Soja Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Oryza Sativa Extract, Oryza Sativa Germ Extract, Isostearic Acid, Mica, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tin Oxide, Ethyl Linoleate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Learn more about Zinc OxideTocopheryl 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 AcetateCi 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Isostearic acid is a saturated fatty acid. Its structure makes it a great surfactant.
Surfactants help decrease the surface tension between two liquids. This property also makes it an effective emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent waters and oils from separating in a product.
Isostearic Acid is created from oleic acid.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Isostearic AcidThis ingredient is an emulsifier. It is created from Polyglycerin-3 and Ricinoleic Acid.
As an emulsifier, it prevents waters and oils from separating. According to a manufacturer this ingredient is fully biodegradable.
This ingredient may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis due to its Ricinoleic Acid base. Ricinoleic Acid is a fatty acid derived from castor oil.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleateIngredient Ratings
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