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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 Medium versus Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 22W .

Last updated on October 13, 2023. Published on July 22, 2023

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants 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 common allergens, fragrances or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain silicones and sulfates

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Sunscreen American Brand United States

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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
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
20

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter
Mineral UV Filter (2)
Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 1.

Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 22W contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Emollient, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.

As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.

Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.

Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 2.

Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 22W contains this as ingredient number 8.

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

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.

L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 3.

Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 22W contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 13.

Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 22W contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.

In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.

You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.

One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 16.

Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 22W contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 19.

Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 22W contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 25.

Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 22W contains this as ingredient number 29.

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What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Disliked

Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.

As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.

According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.

In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 29.

Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 22W contains this as ingredient number 23.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 31.

Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 22W contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.

It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.

Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 34.

Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen 22W contains this as ingredient number 36.

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