Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of La Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid versus Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 .
Last updated on October 23, 2023. Published on December 28, 2020
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and 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
La Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid 56 ingredients
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 36 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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La Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid 56 ingredients
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 36 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
La Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid 56 ingredients
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 36 ingredients
Water • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Methyl Trimethicone • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate • Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil • Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Peg-100 Stearate • Butylene Glycol • Glyceryl Stearate • Dipentaerythrityl Tri-Polyhydroxystearate • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Algae Extract • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • Medicago Sativa Seed Powder • Helianthus Annuus Seedcake • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Sodium Gluconate • Copper Gluconate • Calcium Gluconate • Glycine • Zinc Gluconate • Tocopheryl Succinate • Niacin • Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder • Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract • Malachite • Caffeine • Sorbitol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Cetyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Vp/Eicosene Copolymer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Saccharide Isomerate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Caprylyl Glycol • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Dehydroxanthan Gum • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Citric Acid • Tourmaline • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Silica • Peg-8 Laurate • Parfum • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Limonene • Geraniol • Hydroxycitronellal • Linalool • Citronellol • Mica • CI 61570 • CI 77891
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 5% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 7% • Water • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Glyceryl Stearate • Hydroxypropyl Tetrahydropyrantriol • Silica • Peg-100 Stearate • Propylene Glycol • Euphorbia Cerifera Cera • Phenoxyethanol • Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Stearic Acid • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Cetyl Alcohol • Palmitic Acid • Capryloyl Salicylic Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Xanthan Gum • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Parfum • Disodium EDTA • Tocopherol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Adenosine • Linalool • Sodium Hydroxide • Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract • Citronellol • Geraniol • Citral • Benzyl Alcohol • Citric Acid
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 WaterLa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 1.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Peg-100 Stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. PEGS are a hydrophilic polyether compound . There are 100 ethylene oxide monomers in Peg-100 Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate is polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.
Peg-100 Stearate helps keep skin soft by trapping moisture in. It helps prevent oil and water from separating in a product. By binding oil and water, it helps remove dirt and oil to be rinsed away.
La Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 7.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateLa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 9.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 HyaluronateLa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 30.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 27.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Its main roles are:
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholLa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 31.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidLa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 32.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.
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.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolLa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 37.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 AcidLa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 41.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 36.
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.
Learn more about SilicaLa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 44.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 10.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumLa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 46.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Disodium 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 EDTALa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 47.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 25.
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.
La Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 48.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Geraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolLa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 50.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 33.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolLa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 52.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 29.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolLa Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid contains this as ingredient number 53.
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 32.
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La Mer The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid 56 ingredients
Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 36 ingredients
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