Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Lakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF versus Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 .
Last updated on October 26, 2023. Published on December 27, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, silicones and sulfates
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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
Lakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF 38 ingredients
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 40 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Sulfate
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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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Contains Sulfate
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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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Lakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF 38 ingredients
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 40 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Lakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF 38 ingredients
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 40 ingredients
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Glycerin • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Zinc Oxide • Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Potassium Chloride • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Niacinamide • Sodium Hydroxide • Titanium Dioxide • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • DMDM Hydantoin • Magnesium Sulfate • Cyclotetrasiloxane • Sucrose Distearate • Allantoin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Disodium EDTA • Butylene Glycol • Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate • Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit • Aluminum Hydroxide • Dimethicone • Methicone • CI 77492 • CI 77491 • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Benzyl Salicylate • Citronellol • Geraniol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene • Linalool
Alcohol • Aluminum Hydroxide • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • Water • Benzyl Benzoate • Benzyl Salicylate • Biosaccharide Gum-4 • Butylene Glycol • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Citronellol • Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Disodium EDTA • Geraniol • Glycerin • Hexyl Cinnamal • Hexyl Laurate • Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer • Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Limonene • Linalool • Mica • Parfum • Peg-7 • Ppg-20 • Pentylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Potassium Sorbate • Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Lauryl Sulfate • Stearic Acid • Thermus Thermophillus Ferment • Titanium Dioxide • Tocopheryl Acetate
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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 WaterLakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 1.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneLakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 2.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinLakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 3.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideLakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 13.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 39.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateLakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 21.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 40.
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 EDTALakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 22.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Lakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 23.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideLakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 27.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
Lakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 28.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Benzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateLakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 33.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 CitronellolLakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 34.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 GeraniolLakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 35.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalLakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 36.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
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.
Learn more about LimoneneLakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 37.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 LinaloolLakme Sun Expert Tinted Sunscreen 50 SPF contains this as ingredient number 38.
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 24.
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