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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Face Reality Skincare Ultimate Protection SPF28 versus Neutrogena Clear Face Oil Free Sunscreen SPF 30 .

Published on May 14, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and SPF

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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Sunscreen American Brand United States
Sunscreen American Brand United States

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.

Price

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
28
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
30

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter (2)
AHA
PHA
Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (4)
Exfoliators

Benefits

Reduces Irritation

Concerns

Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

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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.

1
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Face Reality Skincare Ultimate Protection SPF28 contains this as ingredient number 16.

Neutrogena Clear Face Oil Free Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 14.

2
What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Face Reality Skincare Ultimate Protection SPF28 contains this as ingredient number 18.

Neutrogena Clear Face Oil Free Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 29.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

44% are loved or liked
9% have mixed ratings
32% are disliked or very disliked
15% have no rating yet
17% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
46% are disliked or very disliked
26% have no rating yet

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