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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 EltaMD, Inc UV Daily Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 .

Last updated on September 07, 2023. Published on June 16, 2021

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid, SPF and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne 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 silicones

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Day Moisturizer American Brand United States
Sunscreen American Brand United States

Day Moisturizer

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

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

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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

Chemical UV Filter
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
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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.

EltaMD, Inc UV Daily Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 3.

2
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 8.

EltaMD, Inc UV Daily Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 17.

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:

Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate

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

EltaMD, Inc UV Daily Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 11.

4
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 18.

EltaMD, Inc UV Daily Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 12.

5
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30 with Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 23.

EltaMD, Inc UV Daily Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 7.

6
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:

Learn more about Citric Acid

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

EltaMD, Inc UV Daily Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 14.

7
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.

EltaMD, Inc UV Daily Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 16.

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
21% are loved or liked
5% have mixed ratings
58% are disliked or very disliked
16% 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

1 month ago · Dry Skin
Review

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

KatherineBuckley_702's avatar

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.

EltaMD, Inc UV Daily Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 19 ingredients

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