HELIOCARE 360° Airgel SPF 50+ Versus Zitsticka MEGASHADE Breakout-Proof SPF 50 Serum
Updated on October 13, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
HELIOCARE 360° Airgel SPF 50+ 48 ingredients
Zitsticka MEGASHADE Breakout-Proof SPF 50 Serum 38 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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HELIOCARE 360° Airgel SPF 50+ 48 ingredients
Zitsticka MEGASHADE Breakout-Proof SPF 50 Serum 38 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsobutane
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Propane
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingPhenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantArginine
Masking
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceteareth-25
CleansingC12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingPolypodium Leucotomos Leaf Extract
Skin ProtectingFerulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Caffeic Acid
Antioxidant
Physalis Angulata Extract
Skin ProtectingMelanin
Skin ProtectingPlankton Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientDisodium Ethylene Dicocamide PEG-15 Disulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Citrate
BufferingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhenylpropanol
Masking
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Myristyl Glucoside
CleansingTrisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSilica
Abrasive
Oxothiazolidine
Skin ProtectingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Lecithin
EmollientSodium Benzoate
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Propanediol
SolventDisodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Butane
Water, Isobutane, Octocrylene, Propane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, C14-22 Alcohols, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Hexylene Glycol, Saccharide Isomerate, Arginine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Myristyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-25, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Polypodium Leucotomos Leaf Extract, Ferulic Acid, Caffeic Acid, Physalis Angulata Extract, Melanin, Plankton Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide PEG-15 Disulfate, Sodium Citrate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Phenylpropanol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Myristyl Glucoside, Trisiloxane, Propylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Oxothiazolidine, Butylene Glycol, Lecithin, Sodium Benzoate, Tocopherol, Propanediol, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Linalool, Limonene, Butane
Homosalate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Amodimethicone
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCamellia Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCitric Acid
Buffering
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCeramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Colloidal Oatmeal
Absorbent
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclotetrasiloxane
Emollient
Daucus Carota Sativa Extract
Perfuming
Ferulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Glyceryl Undecylenate
Emollient
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil
Antioxidant
Thymus Vulgaris Extract
Perfuming
Homosalate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Zinc Oxide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Amodimethicone, Water, Butylene Glycol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carbomer, Citric Acid, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Ceramide Ng, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Colloidal Oatmeal, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Daucus Carota Sativa Extract, Ferulic Acid, Glycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Niacinamide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Polysorbate 20, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil, Thymus Vulgaris Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterEthylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateC12-15 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 BenzoateFerulic Acid is a plant based antioxidant. By fighting free-radicals, ferulic acid can help reduce the formation of fine lines and hyperpigmentation.
When used with Vitamin C, Ferulic Acid has shown to prevent Vitamin C from breaking down. In other words, it acts as a stabilizer.
Ferulic Acid is sometimes used to preserve food. Foods containing Ferulic Acid include: oats, rice, eggplant, citrus.
In medicine, Ferulic Acid is being studied for helping with diabetes, Alzheimer's, and cardiovascular diseases.
Learn more about Ferulic AcidCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Ingredient Ratings
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HELIOCARE 360° Airgel SPF 50+ 48 ingredients
Zitsticka MEGASHADE Breakout-Proof SPF 50 Serum 38 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
HELIOCARE 360° Airgel SPF 50+ 48 ingredients
Zitsticka MEGASHADE Breakout-Proof SPF 50 Serum 38 ingredients
Love this product, but it’s definitely not for everyone. Finish is very dewey, and there is a minor white cast (from the 3% zinc oxide) that may show on darker skin tones. Slight scent from the thyme extract (which may cause allergies for some). On the lighter side, but still has a residual feel — definitely not the feeling of “nothing.”
That said, I’ve appreciated more skincare benefits from Show more
Ok at first but always caused severe eye burning and tears after about an hour. Had to stop using.
