Living Koa Anti-Pollution Mineral Sunscreen SPF 45+ Versus Supergoop! Mineral Sheerscreen SPF 30
Updated on July 15, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Living Koa Anti-Pollution Mineral Sunscreen SPF 45+ 23 ingredients
Supergoop! Mineral Sheerscreen SPF 30 28 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Living Koa Anti-Pollution Mineral Sunscreen SPF 45+ 23 ingredients
Supergoop! Mineral Sheerscreen SPF 30 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 12%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Isododecane
EmollientLauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Propanediol
SolventOctyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientC15-19 Alkane
SolventCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTrilaureth-4 Phosphate
EmulsifyingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
PEG-10
HumectantZinc Oxide 12%, Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Isododecane, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Propanediol, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, C15-19 Alkane, Caprylyl Methicone, Niacinamide, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, PEG-10
Zinc Oxide 17.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningIsododecane
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Trioctyldodecyl Citrate
EmollientPolyglycerin-3
HumectantPolyglyceryl-3 Lactate/Laurate
CleansingPolysilicone-11
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
Lecithin
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Citric Acid
Buffering
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Lespedeza Capitata Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
AbsorbentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Zinc Oxide 17.5%, Water, Isododecane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Glycerin, Squalane, Trioctyldodecyl Citrate, Polyglycerin-3, Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/Laurate, Polysilicone-11, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Citric Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Lespedeza Capitata Leaf/Stem Extract, Maltodextrin, Sodium Hyaluronate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Zinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxideWater. 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 WaterButyloctyl Salicylate is similar to octisalate. It a photostabilizer, SPF booster, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
Due to regulation loopholes, this ingredient is not required to be labeled as an active chemical filter like other UV ingredients. This is why you'll likely find this ingredient in mineral sunscreens from the US.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateIsododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about IsododecanePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolIngredient Ratings
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Living Koa Anti-Pollution Mineral Sunscreen SPF 45+ 23 ingredients
Supergoop! Mineral Sheerscreen SPF 30 28 ingredients
Reviews
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Living Koa Anti-Pollution Mineral Sunscreen SPF 45+ 23 ingredients
Supergoop! Mineral Sheerscreen SPF 30 28 ingredients
(Tried May 2021) Came across this product back when I was actively searching for a sunscreen. My initial thoughts were that I found this to be a rather expensive purchase, considering the amount of product as well as it not being at least 50 SPF. However, I did find this to be very moisturizing, but didn't leave a dewy finish as much as I was hoping to. There was minimal white cast, but honestly Show more
Love it
Started using this product recently as chemical sunscreens were stinging my eyes.
Overall, it's pretty great. No eye stinging and it doesn't seem to irritate my skin. It does leave a white cast however.
It's a bit pricy, so I might look into cheaper alternatives going forward.
