Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 versus ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 .
Published on August 05, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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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
HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 53 ingredients
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 38 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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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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Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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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HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 53 ingredients
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 38 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 53 ingredients
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 38 ingredients
Water • 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 • Ascorbic Acid • Ethylhexyl Ferulate • Ferulic Acid • Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract • Melanin • Caffeic Acid • Lecithin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Tocopheryl Acetate • Butylene Glycol • Panthenyl Triacetate • Oxothiazolidine • BHA • 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
Water • Octocrylene • Propanediol • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Polymethyl Methacrylate • CI 77891 • Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid • Polysilicone-15 • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Tromethamine • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Silica • CI 77492 • 1,2-Hexanediol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Polysorbate 60 • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Caprylyl Glycol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Xanthan Gum • CI 77491 • Propylene Carbonate • CI 77499 • Disodium EDTA • Parfum • Aluminum Hydroxide • Peg-8 • Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate • Lysine • Tocopherol • Magnesium Chloride • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Ascorbic Acid • Citric Acid
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 MethoxydibenzoylmethaneHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
We don't have a description for Polysilicone-15.
HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 10.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Ethylhexyl 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 SalicylateHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 11.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 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 SilicaHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 22.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C. This form makes up the largest amount of vitamin C found naturally in our skin.
Not only is vitamin C great for your overall health and immune system, it also has plenty of benefits on your skin.
Vitamin C is best used for brightening skin. It improves dark spots, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation. This is because it blocks the process of skin darkening when exposed to UV.
Remember: Vitamin C should not replace sunscreen!
Your skin uses vitamin C to build collagen. Collagen is one key component in having a strong skin barrier and plump skin. Vitamin C also plays a role in regulating collagen, thus making it effective in improving wrinkles and fine lines.
Ascorbic acid shows potent antioxidant activity. As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. These antioxidants also protect skin against UV damage.
The best formulations include Vitamin E and/or ferulic acid. These two ingredients help stabilize and provide a boost in the benefits of ascorbic acid. This is because ascorbic acid becomes unstable when exposed to UV and air. In fact, you can tell your ascorbic acid has oxidized when it turns an orange-yellow color.
Ascorbic acid is generally compatible with other ingredients. However, using ascorbic acid with other active ingredients might cause irritation. Two ingredients: copper ions and benzoyl peroxide, will inactivate ascorbic acid completely.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Foods rich with vitamin C include oranges, strawberries, broccoli, bell peppers, and more. When consuming Vitamin C, your skin receives a portion of the nutrients.
Learn more about Ascorbic AcidHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 25.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 37.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
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 TriglycerideHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 32.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 AcetateHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 33.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 23.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 39.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 22.
Tocopherol (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 TocopherolHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 42.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 34.
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 PropanediolHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 44.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 46.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 28.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumHELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 48.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 29.
Ci 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 77491HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 51.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Ci 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 77492HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 52.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Ci 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.
HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 53.
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 27.
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HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 53 ingredients
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 38 ingredients
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HELIOCARE Color Compact Oil-Free SPF 50 53 ingredients
ISDIN Fusion Water Color Sunscreen SPF50 38 ingredients
Aybab_207
Very good for combination skin with black head problems
I use this product since two years. The assistant of my dermatologist recommended this and...
Very good for combination skin with black head problems
I use this product since two years. The assistant of my dermatologist recommended this and I am very happy to find the right product which cause any problems. When I use another spf, my skin tends to get oily and in a couple of hours my face will be very shiny. This isn’t the case when I use this. Furthermore no greasy or cakey under my Mineral make up powder.
Nevertheless, it is a bit too expensive (27€ in Germany) and hard to remove with a cleanser so that I have to double cleanse
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