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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide versus bondi sands Light'n Dreamy Gel Moisturiser .

Last updated on September 07, 2023. Published on May 23, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and hyaluronic acid

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, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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Day Moisturizer American Brand United States
General Moisturizer Australian Brand Australia

Day Moisturizer

Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Price

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

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (3)
PHA
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (5)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (2)

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Rosacea
Eczema
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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: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 4.

bondi sands Light'n Dreamy Gel Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

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Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 5.

bondi sands Light'n Dreamy Gel Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

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Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 13.

bondi sands Light'n Dreamy Gel Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 16.

4
What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

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Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 28.

bondi sands Light'n Dreamy Gel Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 9.

5
What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 29.

bondi sands Light'n Dreamy Gel Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 18.

6
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 33.

bondi sands Light'n Dreamy Gel Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 8.

7
What it does: Masking, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.

Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.

Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.

Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.

Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.

We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.

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Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 34.

bondi sands Light'n Dreamy Gel Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 17.

8
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

Learn more about Potassium Sorbate

Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 35.

bondi sands Light'n Dreamy Gel Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 19.

9
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 36.

bondi sands Light'n Dreamy Gel Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 5.

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

27% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
43% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet
26% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
37% are disliked or very disliked
26% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide 37 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 3 ratings
Absorbs Well (1) Expensive (1) Hydrating (1) Light (1) Light Scent (1) Works Well (1)
rodney's avatar

rodney

2 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

extremely hydrating for being so lightweight + leaves a dewy finish while not being greasy

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KatherineBuckley_702

1 year ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

Non-irritating and hydrating
I suffer from eczema around my face and find most moisturisers cause burning and inflammation. Although this product...

Non-irritating and hydrating
I suffer from eczema around my face and find most moisturisers cause burning and inflammation. Although this product doesn’t do the job alone for my very dry patches around my face I find it leave the healthy skin feeling smooth and hydrated. I really like that it stays on the skin for a while after application and doesn’t disappear within a few minutes but because of this I wouldn’t recommend for people with oily skin.

bondi sands Light'n Dreamy Gel Moisturiser 19 ingredients

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