Invisible Zinc Face + Body Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Versus Sun Zapper Pure Zinc Sunscreen Cream SPF 50
Updated on October 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Invisible Zinc Face + Body Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 13 ingredients
Sun Zapper Pure Zinc Sunscreen Cream SPF 50 28 ingredients
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Invisible Zinc Face + Body Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 13 ingredients
Sun Zapper Pure Zinc Sunscreen Cream SPF 50 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 25%
Cosmetic Colorant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningCera Alba
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingVanillin
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Calendula Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningHippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Bisabolol
Masking
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Coriandrum Sativum Oil
Masking
Ahnfeltia Plicata Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Grandis Seed Extract
Astringent
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide 25%, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Water, Cera Alba, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Isostearic Acid, Glycerin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Maltodextrin, Xanthan Gum, Vanillin, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Calendula Officinalis Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bisabolol, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Coriandrum Sativum Oil, Ahnfeltia Plicata Extract, Citrus Grandis Seed Extract, CI 77491, CI 77492, 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.
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 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 OxidePolyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideCi 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.
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