HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 - Fair Versus Avène High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50 - Beige
Updated on July 02, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 53 ingredients
Avène High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50 30 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 53 ingredients
Avène High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Glycerin
Humectant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Polysilicone-15
UV FilterEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol Cocoate
Emulsifying
Octyldodecanol
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Octyldodecyl Xyloside
EmulsifyingMagnesium Sulfate
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolypodium Leucotomos Leaf Extract
Skin ProtectingPhysalis Angulata Extract
Skin Protecting3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Ferulate
Antioxidant
Ferulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract
Antioxidant
Melanin
Skin ProtectingCaffeic Acid
Antioxidant
Lecithin
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenyl Triacetate
Oxothiazolidine
Skin ProtectingBHT
Antioxidant
PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthyl Linoleate
Emollient
Phenylpropanol
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Oleyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Disiloxane, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Caprylyl Methicone, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Polysilicone-15, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butylene Glycol Cocoate, Octyldodecanol, Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Silica, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Octyldodecyl Xyloside, Magnesium Sulfate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polypodium Leucotomos Leaf Extract, Physalis Angulata Extract, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ethylhexyl Ferulate, Ferulic Acid, Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract, Melanin, Caffeic Acid, Lecithin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Butylene Glycol, Panthenyl Triacetate, Oxothiazolidine, BHT, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethyl Linoleate, Phenylpropanol, Tocopherol, Oleyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Sodium Benzoate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Linalool, Limonene, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Titanium Dioxide 13.7%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 4.9%
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Talc
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Emollient
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Iron Oxides
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Silica
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Alumina
Abrasive
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Water
Skin ConditioningBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
BHT
Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Glucoside
EmollientTribehenin
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide 13.7%, Zinc Oxide 4.9%, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Phenyl Trimethicone, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Squalane, Talc, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Polyethylene, Iron Oxides, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Silica, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Alumina, Stearic Acid, Water, Beeswax, BHT, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Microcrystalline Wax, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTThis 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 TriglycerideCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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 SilicaTitanium Dioxide is a mineral (or physical) sunscreen ingredient that provides broad-spectrum protection by blocking both UV-A and UV-B rays.
It sits on the skin’s surface and primarily reflects and scatters UV light and also absorbs some of it.
This makes the line between “mineral” and “chemical” sunscreens a bit blurry, but in skincare labeling, Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide are the two ingredients officially classified as mineral filters.
Because it’s non-irritating, Titanium Dioxide is often recommended for sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Thanks to modern production methods, nano-scale or fine-grade Titanium Dioxide is now widely used in cosmetics to reduce white cast and improve texture.
Despite its small particle size, studies show that Titanium Dioxide, even in nanoparticle form, is not absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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!
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