Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Eucerin Lip Active SPF 15 versus Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 .
Published on August 12, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both lip moisturizers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF 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, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Lip Moisturizer
Lip moisturizers help add moisture to the lips. They may come in the form of balms, gloss, scrubs, or oils.
Lip Moisturizer
Lip moisturizers help add moisture to the lips. They may come in the form of balms, gloss, scrubs, or oils.
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Ingredient Info
Eucerin Lip Active SPF 15 21 ingredients
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 25 ingredients
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 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
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 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
At a glance
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Eucerin Lip Active SPF 15 21 ingredients
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 25 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Eucerin Lip Active SPF 15 21 ingredients
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 25 ingredients
Cera Microcristallina • Octyldodecanol • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Ricinus Communis Seed Oil • Cetyl Palmitate • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate • Panthenol • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Cetearyl Alcohol • Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 • Myristyl Myristate • C20-40 Alkyl Stearate • Glycerin • Copernicia Cerifera Cera • Water • Tocopheryl Acetate • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Bisabolol • Cera Alba
Hydrogenated Soybean Oil • Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 • Hydrogenated Olive Oil • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate • Cera Alba • Ozokerite • Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Homosalate 5% • Polyethylene • Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene • Cera Microcristallina • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter • Octocrylene 5% • Silica • Tocopheryl Acetate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Tocopherol • Phytosterols • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Water • Phenoxyethanol
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.
Cera Microcristallina isn't fungal acne safe.
Eucerin Lip Active SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate is an emulsifer and emollient. It comes from Isostearic Acid and Polyglycerin-3.
As an emulsifier, it helps stabilize products by preventing oils and water from separating.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 DiisostearateEucerin Lip Active SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneEucerin Lip Active SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 is lipid-based synthetic skin-conditioning agent. As an emollient, it helps soften and hydrate the skin.
Emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.
Eucerin Lip Active SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 WaterEucerin Lip Active SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 24.
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 AcetateEucerin Lip Active SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterEucerin Lip Active SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Cera alba is beeswax, or the wax used by bees to make honeycombs. It is a texture-enhancer and emollient. A study from 2003 found beeswax to be a stronger emollient than ingredients such as petroleum jelly.
As an emollient, beeswax helps hydrate the skin by creating a barrier on top. This barrier traps moisture in.
Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating. This helps create consistent texture.
The structure of beeswax is mainly long-chain alcohols and the esters of fatty acids.
There are three types of beeswax: yellow, white, and absolute. Yellow is pure beeswax taken from the honeycomb. White beeswax is created by filtering or bleaching yellow beeswax. Absolute beeswax is created by treating beeswax with alcohol. Beeswax used in cosmetics are purified.
Beeswax has been used throughout history and even in prehistoric times. Some common uses for beeswax still used today are making candles, as a waterproofing agent, and polish for leather.
Learn more about Cera AlbaEucerin Lip Active SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
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Eucerin Lip Active SPF 15 21 ingredients
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 25 ingredients
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Eucerin Lip Active SPF 15 21 ingredients
Paula's Choice Lipscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 25 ingredients
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