Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Eucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ versus Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ .
Published on July 08, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 13 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 common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols
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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
Eucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ 29 ingredients
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ 33 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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
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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 😥
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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
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 Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ 29 ingredients
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ 33 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Eucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ 29 ingredients
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ 33 ingredients
Water • Alcohol Denat. • Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Distarch Phosphate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Dibutyl Adipate • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides • Myristyl Myristate • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid • Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone • Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil • Glycyrrhetinic Acid • Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract • Tocopherol • Xanthan Gum • C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate • Cetyl Palmitate • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Sodium Hydroxide • Caprylyl Glycol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Trisodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol
Water • Homosalate • Alcohol Denat. • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Dibutyl Adipate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Panthenol • Glycerin • Silica • Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Sucrose Polystearate • Tetrasodium Iminodisuccinate • Cellulose Gum • Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Distarch Phosphate • Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid • Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate • Rosin Acrylate • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caprylyl Glycol • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Trisodium EDTA • Xanthan Gum • Sodium Hydroxide • Tocopheryl Acetate • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf • Sodium Chloride
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 Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
We don't have a description for Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate.
Eucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
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 Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.
Bemotrizinol has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. Skin exposed to UV causes free-radical molecules to form. This ingredient works by preventing the UV from reaching your skin.
It is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.
Bemotrizinol is not approved in the US but is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia.
In fact, it is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted by in the EU.
It is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineEucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Distarch Phosphate.
Eucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazoneEucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Dibutyl Adipate is an emollient and solvent. It is created from butyl alcohol and adipic acid.
As a solvent, Dibutyl Adipate helps mix and disperse ingredients evenly.
Dibutyl Adipate is soluble in water and organic solvents. It does not absorb UV rays.
Learn more about Dibutyl AdipateEucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
This ingredient is more commonly known as Ensulizole, a chemical sunscreen ingredient.
Ensulizole mainly protects UV-B (290-340 nm) but offers a little UV-A (320-400 nm) protection. It is often paired with less photo-stable sunscreen ingredients due to its photo-stability.
Due to it being water-soluble, Ensulizole helps give sunscreens a light and non-oily texture.
Ensulizole is approved worldwide:
Learn more about Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic AcidEucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 20.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumEucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 28.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideEucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 25.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 29.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolEucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 26.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 25.
We don't have a description for Trisodium EDTA.
Eucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 28.
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 27.
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Eucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ 29 ingredients
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ 33 ingredients
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Eucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ 29 ingredients
Nivea Sun Derma Sensitive Skin Sun Lotion SPF50 PA++++ 33 ingredients
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