La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 UV SPF 50 Versus Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40
Updated on August 19, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging and dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 UV SPF 50 37 ingredients
Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 18 ingredients
About this product
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La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 UV SPF 50 37 ingredients
Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone 1%
Emollient
Homosalate 8%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 5%
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide 7%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventPetrolatum
Emollient
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Steareth-20
CleansingCellulose
AbsorbentEthylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin ConditioningPolymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin Conditioning
Steareth-2
EmulsifyingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingMannose
HumectantAmmonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Lactobacillus
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
AbsorbentPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer
StabilisingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Dimethicone 1%, Homosalate 8%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Octocrylene 5%, Zinc Oxide 7%, Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Petrolatum, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Panthenol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Steareth-20, Cellulose, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Steareth-2, Sorbitan Isostearate, Madecassoside, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Mannose, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Lactobacillus, Maltodextrin, Pentylene Glycol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 60, C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer, Chlorphenesin
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 12%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 6%
UV Absorber
Isododecane
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer
EmollientNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientPolyester-7
Skin ConditioningIsohexadecane
EmollientJojoba Esters
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Homosalate 12%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Octocrylene 6%, Isododecane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Polyester-7, Isohexadecane, Jojoba Esters, Silica, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopherol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateEthylhexyl 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 SalicylateOctocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneButyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterIngredient Ratings
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La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 UV SPF 50 37 ingredients
Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 18 ingredients
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La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 UV SPF 50 37 ingredients
TL;DR: Great for winters and dry skin, especially while on harsh actives. High SPF, but very much not acne-safe. Stings around the eyes a little bit.
I'm currently using this and probably will continue to use it in the autumn through early spring when the weather is dry, and will particularly keep using it while I'm on tret, but I do need to suffer through small cystic acne flares while using Show more
Heavy, got me some acne
Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 18 ingredients
This is my holy grail daily sunscreen. I am neurodivergent and have sensory issues and I cannot stand greasy sunscreen on my face unless I am out in the sun and water all day. This goes on smoothly and feels like a primer if you touch it, but I can’t feel it on my face after I put it on. No sunburn yet while using it and I am super pale and the sun hates me. This is also super affordable at Trader Show more
Woooooow - is this even a sunscreen??
I picked this up thinking it was the old TJ sunscreen people liked, not knowing it was this new texture and formula.
I'm poor so I haven't tried the higher end sunscreens like SuperGoop, so this is the first sunscreen I've ever used like this!
If you've ever used the Monistat Anti-Chafing Gel as a makeup primer hack (it's basically just a clear Show more
