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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 versus Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 .

Last updated on October 16, 2023. Published on December 20, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 14 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants, niacinamide and SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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Sunscreen American Brand United States
Serum American Brand United States

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.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Price

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Buy Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation

Starts at $48.00
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Starts at $64.00

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
40
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
40

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter (2)
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, Skin Protecting, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

Zinc 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 can be harmful to coral reefs.

More about harmful reef ingredients here.

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 Oxide

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.

Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.

Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).

In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.

The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.

Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.

Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.

Read more about squalene with an "e".

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Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 3.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Shea Butter Ethyl Esters isn't fungal acne safe.

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 4.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Butyloctyl Salicylate is a photostabilizer, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.

This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.

Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.

According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.

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Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 7.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Methylpropanediol is a synthetic solvent and humectant.

As a solvent, it helps dissolve other ingredients, helping to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. This ingredient has also been shown to have antimicrobial properties which makes it a preservative booster.

Methylpropanediol is able to add a bit of moisture to the skin. It also helps other ingredients be better absorbed into the skin, such as salicylic acid.

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Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 11.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.

Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.

The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.

When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.

Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.

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Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 12.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 12.

7
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.

Lecithin is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.

As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin. The phospholipids in Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.

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Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 14.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 15.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 22.

9
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 16.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 17.

10
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Bisabolol is pimarily used to add fragrance to a product. However, it is also famous for helping soothe skin.

Bisabolol comes from German chamomile essential oil. Synthetic Bisabolol has been shown to be less effective.

Bisabolol helps soothe skin. It does this by blocking the inflammatory signals, helping to reduce your body's reaction to irritation.

Bisabolol also interferes with the process of hyperpigmentation. This can help with reducing dark spots and uneven tone.

Bisabolol is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. By fighting these free-radicals, Bisabolol may slow down signs of aging.

Studies have shown Bisabolol to have antimicrobial properties and may be a fungicide. These properties help preserve a product's shelf life.

Bisabolol also helps the absorption of other ingredients.

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Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 18.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 21.

11
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.

Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.

Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.

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Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 20.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 20.

12
What it does: Masking, Perfuming, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Phenylpropanol is a fragrance.

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 21.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 23.

13
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

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 77492

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 27.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 32.

14
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation Skye ST0.5 contains this as ingredient number 28.

Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Tone 1 contains this as ingredient number 33.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

34% are loved or liked
17% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet
33% are loved or liked
30% have mixed ratings
24% are disliked or very disliked
12% have no rating yet

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Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation 29 ingredients

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Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 33 ingredients

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