Higher Education Skincare Spring Break Oil-Free Sunscreen SPF 30 Versus JLo Beauty That Big Screen Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 Moisturizer
Updated on September 13, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Higher Education Skincare Spring Break Oil-Free Sunscreen SPF 30 28 ingredients
JLo Beauty That Big Screen Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 Moisturizer 45 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Higher Education Skincare Spring Break Oil-Free Sunscreen SPF 30 28 ingredients
JLo Beauty That Big Screen Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 Moisturizer 45 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 6.9%
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 3%
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide 4%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Vp/Eicosene Copolymer
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCyclotetrasiloxane
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
AstringentChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycereth-2 Cocoate
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 6.9%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 3%, Zinc Oxide 4%, Water, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Isopropyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclopentasiloxane, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Squalane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysorbate 60, Disodium EDTA, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Glycereth-2 Cocoate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Homosalate 15%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide 3%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Dimethicone
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningWithania Somnifera Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Himanthalia Elongata Extract
Skin ProtectingGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Gigartina Stellata Extract
Skin ProtectingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Aspalathus Linearis Extract
Skin ConditioningBoswellia Serrata Extract
Skin ConditioningHoney Extract
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethyl Ferulate
Antioxidant
Trehalose
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Bisabolol
Masking
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-10
Skin Conditioning
Farnesol
Perfuming
Tetrapeptide-14
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Homosalate 15%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Zinc Oxide 3%, Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Dimethicone, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Withania Somnifera Root Extract, Himanthalia Elongata Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Gigartina Stellata Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Honey Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Ethyl Ferulate, Trehalose, Disodium EDTA, Cetyl Palmitate, Bisabolol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sorbitan Stearate, Polysorbate 80, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Isopentyldiol, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-10, Farnesol, Tetrapeptide-14, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This 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 TriglycerideCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholCitric 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 AcidDisodium 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 EDTAEthylhexyl 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 SalicylateGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateTocopheryl 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 AcetateTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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 WaterZinc 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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