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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen For Face SPF 50 versus Cotz Skincare Flawless Complexion SPF 50 Tinted .

Published on April 04, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain SPF and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Sunscreen French Brand France
Sunscreen American Brand United States

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.

Price

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Buy Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen For Face SPF 50

Starts at $37.99
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Starts at $13.75

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
spf rating
50
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
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E
Exfoliators (3)

Benefits

Hydrating
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin C
Vitamin E

Benefits

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

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Antimicrobial, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.

As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.

This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.

Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen For Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.

Cotz Skincare Flawless Complexion SPF 50 Tinted contains this as ingredient number 2.

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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.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen For Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.

Cotz Skincare Flawless Complexion SPF 50 Tinted contains this as ingredient number 8.

3
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Polyhydroxystearic 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.

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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen For Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 30.

Cotz Skincare Flawless Complexion SPF 50 Tinted contains this as ingredient number 21.

4
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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 77492

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen For Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 33.

Cotz Skincare Flawless Complexion SPF 50 Tinted contains this as ingredient number 15.

5
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen For Face SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 36.

Cotz Skincare Flawless Complexion SPF 50 Tinted contains this as ingredient number 4.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

13% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
46% are disliked or very disliked
28% have no rating yet
24% are loved or liked
3% have mixed ratings
59% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen For Face SPF 50 39 ingredients

1.0 /5
from 1 rating
Broke Me Out (1) Irritating (1) Oily (1)
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chlolands

2 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Maybe this works for others, hence its popularity, but it made me break out SO bad. Also my skin just felt gross with this on, like I rubbed bacon...

Maybe this works for others, hence its popularity, but it made me break out SO bad. Also my skin just felt gross with this on, like I rubbed bacon grease all over my face.

Cotz Skincare Flawless Complexion SPF 50 Tinted 29 ingredients

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