La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 50 Gentle Lotion Mineral Sunscreen Versus SolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen
Updated on June 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 50 Gentle Lotion Mineral Sunscreen 36 ingredients
SolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen 19 ingredients
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La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 50 Gentle Lotion Mineral Sunscreen 36 ingredients
SolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Titanium Dioxide 5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 15%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialIsohexadecane
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientDicaprylyl Ether
EmollientPEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientEthylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethylhexanoin
MaskingSilica
Abrasive
Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Emulsion StabilisingCitric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientDiethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Skin ProtectingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Aluminum Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingAlumina
Abrasive
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
P-Anisic Acid
MaskingCapryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Propylene Carbonate
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCassia Alata Leaf Extract
AstringentMaltodextrin
AbsorbentTitanium Dioxide 5%, Zinc Oxide 15%, Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isohexadecane, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dicaprylyl Ether, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Triethylhexanoin, Silica, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Stearate, Chlorphenesin, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Alumina, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Tocopherol, P-Anisic Acid, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Propylene Carbonate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cassia Alata Leaf Extract, Maltodextrin
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 15%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 100%
UV Absorber
Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Acrylates Copolymer
Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Homosalate 15%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Octocrylene 100%, Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Acrylates Copolymer, Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate, Dimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Water
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 WaterC12-15 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 BenzoatePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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 EDTAIngredient Ratings
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