Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide versus EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 .
Last updated on January 25, 2024. Published on March 25, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain 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
ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide 31 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 14 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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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 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide 31 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 14 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide 31 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 14 ingredients
Zinc Oxide 11% • Water • Diethylhexyl Carbonate • Dibutyl Adipate • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Alcohol Denat. • Cyclohexasiloxane • Butylene Glycol • Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Nylon-12 • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Dimethicone • Sodium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Tocopheryl Acetate • Glyceryl Stearate • Parfum • Bisabolol • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Panthenol • Peg-8 • Tocopherol • Lecithin • Plankton Extract • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Ascorbic Acid • Citric Acid
Zinc Oxide 10% • Titanium Dioxide 5.5% • Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate • Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Chloride • Citric Acid • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Silica
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Ingredients Explained
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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 OxideISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide contains this as ingredient number 1.
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 WaterISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide contains this as ingredient number 2.
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide contains this as ingredient number 5.
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide contains this as ingredient number 13.
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Chances 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 ChlorideISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide contains this as ingredient number 14.
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide contains this as ingredient number 17.
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is created by combining pure Vitamin C and palmitic acid. It is an antioxidant and helps reduce hyperpigmentation.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may break down skin cells. Antioxdants help reduce signs of aging.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is a stable version of Vitamin C, meaning it does not disintegrate when exposed to sunlight. However, studies show it does not penetrate skin as well as pure Vitamin C.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Ascorbyl PalmitateISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide contains this as ingredient number 29.
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide contains this as ingredient number 31.
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 contains this as ingredient number 12.
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ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide 31 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 14 ingredients
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ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide 31 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 14 ingredients
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