Glytone Hydra Lipid UV Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 40+ Versus Allie Chrono Beauty Gel UV EX SPF50 PA++++
Updated on August 04, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Glytone Hydra Lipid UV Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 40+ 42 ingredients
Allie Chrono Beauty Gel UV EX SPF50 PA++++ 26 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Glytone Hydra Lipid UV Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 40+ 42 ingredients
Allie Chrono Beauty Gel UV EX SPF50 PA++++ 26 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Titanium Dioxide 2%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 1%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientEthylhexyl Isononanoate
EmollientPolyester-7
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Bisabolol
Masking
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCeteth-20
CleansingDicrateria Rotunda Oil
Skin Conditioning
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
Emollient
Lysolecithin
EmulsifyingPEG-75 Stearate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Pullulan
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ruttnera Lamellosa Oil
Skin Conditioning
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSilica
Abrasive
Sodium Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Steareth-20
CleansingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Triceteareth-4 Phosphate
EmulsifyingTrilaureth-4 Phosphate
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTitanium Dioxide 2%, Zinc Oxide 1%, Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Polyester-7, Glycerin, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Squalane, Allantoin, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Bisabolol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Ceteth-20, Dicrateria Rotunda Oil, Dimethiconol, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Lecithin, Lysolecithin, PEG-75 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Pullulan, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Ruttnera Lamellosa Oil, Sclerotium Gum, Silica, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Steareth-20, Tocopherol, Triceteareth-4 Phosphate, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Xanthan Gum
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Diisopropyl Sebacate
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientEthylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Glycerin
Humectant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDimethicone
Emollient
Drometrizole Trisiloxane
UV Absorber
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Isohexadecane
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer
Skin ConditioningPEG-400
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
C30-45 Alkyl Methicone
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingC30-45 Olefin
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Polysilicone-9
EDTA
PEG-8 Hyaluronate
EmollientWater, Zinc Oxide, Alcohol Denat., Diisopropyl Sebacate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Butylene Glycol, Isohexadecane, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, PEG-400, Polysorbate 80, C30-45 Alkyl Methicone, Xanthan Gum, C30-45 Olefin, Sorbitan Oleate, Polysilicone-9, EDTA, PEG-8 Hyaluronate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateGlycerin 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.
Learn more about GlycerinWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterXanthan 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.
Learn more about Xanthan GumZinc 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 may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
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 OxideIngredient Ratings
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