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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ versus DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 .

Published on October 31, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common

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, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Sunscreen Brand
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

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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
40
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
45

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (2)
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating
Rosacea

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Reduces Large Pores
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Irritating
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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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: Cosmetic Colorant, Skin Protecting, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

Zinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.

Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide can be harmful to coral reefs.

More about harmful reef ingredients here.

Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.

Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.

Learn more about Zinc Oxide

Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ contains this as ingredient number 1.

DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.

UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.

The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.

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Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ contains this as ingredient number 2.

DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
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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Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ contains this as ingredient number 4.

DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

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Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ contains this as ingredient number 8.

DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 4.

5
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.

Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ contains this as ingredient number 11.

DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 18.

6
What it does:

Oleth-3 Phosphate is created from phosphoric acid and Oleth-3.

It is used as an emulsifier to prevent ingredients from separating.

Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ contains this as ingredient number 13.

DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 6.

7
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.

As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.

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Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ contains this as ingredient number 15.

DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 22.

8
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

This is a synthetic polymer. It helps improve the texture of products by adding thickness and gel-like feel.

It is also an emulsifer, meaning it prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It also helps evenly disperse other ingredients.

Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ contains this as ingredient number 16.

DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 8.

9
What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer made from isobutene.

It is a film-forming agent and helps bind ingredients together.

Polyisobutene is not absorbed by the skin.

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Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ contains this as ingredient number 17.

DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 9.

10

This helper ingredient is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is created from coconut alcohol.

Surfactants help reduce surface tension while emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating.

Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ contains this as ingredient number 20.

DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 10.

11
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

Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ contains this as ingredient number 21.

DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 14.

12
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.

Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate

Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ contains this as ingredient number 22.

DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains this as ingredient number 12.

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

25% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
54% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet
27% are loved or liked
9% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
23% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Glo Skin Beauty Oil Free SPF 40+ 24 ingredients

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DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 22 ingredients

2.2 /5
from 5 ratings
Strong Scent (2) Absorbs Well (1) Drying (1) Expensive (1) Pilling (1) Works Well (1)
kyniwi's avatar

kyniwi

3 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

Smells terrible, is drying, and pills so bad! I can’t stand this.

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EstEstEst

29 days ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

Great fungal acne safe SPF! Slightly odd smell, but very mositurising. Leaves your skin feeling really soft.

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