La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Spray SPF50 Versus Soskin Sun Spray Very High Protection SPF 50+
Updated on January 30, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils or parabens
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Ingredient Info
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Spray SPF50 19 ingredients
Soskin Sun Spray Very High Protection SPF 50+ 28 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Spray SPF50 19 ingredients
Soskin Sun Spray Very High Protection SPF 50+ 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Homosalate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventC12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer
StabilisingDrometrizole Trisiloxane
UV Absorber
Diisopropyl Adipate
EmollientDiisopropyl Sebacate
EmollientDicaprylyl Ether
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Water, Alcohol Denat., Homosalate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Glycerin, Propanediol, C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Diisopropyl Adipate, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Tocopherol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Water
Skin ConditioningOctocrylene
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Diisopropyl Sebacate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPolyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Emollient
Acrylates Copolymer
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Triethanolamine
BufferingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Emulsion Stabilising
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAlumina
Abrasive
Disodium EDTA
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Water, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Acrylates Copolymer, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Titanium Dioxide, Triethanolamine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Stearic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Chlorphenesin, Xanthan Gum, Alumina, Disodium EDTA, Palmitic Acid, Silica, Cellulose Gum, Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterEthylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateAlso known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinWe don't have a description for Diisopropyl Sebacate yet.
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 GlycolIngredient Ratings
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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Spray SPF50 19 ingredients
Soskin Sun Spray Very High Protection SPF 50+ 28 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Spray SPF50 19 ingredients
This is just not a spray lol. You have to spray it and then rub it in like a lotion. It's good though, dries in a reasonable time and doesn't leave a white cast on me. I have very pale skin though so it may not be the same for someone with darker skin.
