Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Eucerin Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ versus Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 .
Published on March 17, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Eucerin Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ 38 ingredients
Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 23 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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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
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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 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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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
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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Eucerin Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ 38 ingredients
Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 23 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Eucerin Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ 38 ingredients
Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 23 ingredients
Water • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Alcohol Denat. • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Dibutyl Adipate • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Silica • Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Tapioca Starch • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Behenyl Alcohol • Isobutylamido Thiazolyl Resorcinol • Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract • Glycyrrhetinic Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Glycerin • Copernicia Cerifera Cera • Xanthan Gum • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Homosalate • Octocrylene • Tocopherol • Glucosylrutin • Isoquercitrin • Chondrus Crispus Extract • Carrageenan • Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose • Sodium Hydroxide • Trisodium EDTA • Hydroxyacetophenone • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Parfum
Bis-(Polyglyceryl-3 Oxyphenylpropyl) Dimethicone 2% • Homosalate 7% • Octocrylene 5% • Alcohol Denat. • Isobutane • Isododecane • Diisopropyl Adipate • Paraffinum Liquidum • Lauryl Peg-8 Dimethicone • Phenylisopropyl Dimethicone • Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate/Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Crosspolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Methyl Dihydroabietate • Parfum • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Panthenol • Water • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterEucerin Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 contains this as ingredient number 22.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.
Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.
One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.
Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.Eucerin Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateEucerin Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 25.
Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneEucerin Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 26.
Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumEucerin Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 40.
Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 contains this as ingredient number 14.
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Eucerin Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ 38 ingredients
Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 23 ingredients
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Eucerin Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ 38 ingredients
Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 23 ingredients
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Eucerin Sun Face Pigment Control Fluid SPF 50+ 38 ingredients
laila.21
I just CANT with the strong smell.
It literally smells like man's deodorant, doesn't blend well, and kinda makes my face look dull throughout the...
I just CANT with the strong smell.
It literally smells like man's deodorant, doesn't blend well, and kinda makes my face look dull throughout the day.
Banana Boat Dry Oil Spray SPF 25 23 ingredients
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