Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 versus Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 .
Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on April 01, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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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
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 37 ingredients
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 40 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 37 ingredients
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 40 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 37 ingredients
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 40 ingredients
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 6% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Water • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Dipropylene Glycol • Methyl Trimethicone • Biosaccharide Gum-4 • Caprylyl Methicone • Propanediol • Bis-Ethylhexyl Hydroxydimethoxy Benzylmalonate • Betaine • Acrylates Copolymer • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Hydroxyacetophenone • Phenoxyethanol • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer • Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide • Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide • Butylene Glycol • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Carbomer • Tocopheryl Acetate • Aminomethyl Propanol • Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract • Disodium EDTA • Pentylene Glycol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Silica • Bioflavonoids • Potassium Sorbate • Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid • Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Ascorbyl Palmitate
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Homosalate • Water • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Pentylene Glycol • Lactococcus Ferment Lysate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Silica • Ectoin • Glycerin • Arginine • Hydroxyectoin • Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract • Carica Papaya Fruit Extract • Lactic Acid • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract • Triethyl Citrate • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract • Citrus Limon Peel Extract • Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract • Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract • Pimpinella Anisum Fruit Extract • Mica • Tocopherol • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer • Carbomer • Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide • Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide • Propanediol • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Benzoate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tin Oxide • Phenoxyethanol
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 MethoxydibenzoylmethaneGlossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateGlossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 WaterGlossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is a photostabilizer, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateGlossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolGlossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 10.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 34.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 28.
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.
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 40.
We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer.
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 30.
We don't have a description for Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide.
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 32.
We don't have a description for Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide.
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 33.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 23.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 31.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolGlossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 28.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaGlossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 30.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 8.
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.
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 35.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 38.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract has many benefits. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules that damage skin cells. The antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties. Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. L-theanine is an amino acid that makes up most of the amino acids found in tea leaves. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also contains Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also has antimicrobial properties.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractGlossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 36.
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.
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Glossier Invisible Shield SPF 35 37 ingredients
Tula Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel Broad Spectrum SPF 30 40 ingredients
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