ma:nyo Foundation-Free Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ Versus Tatcha The Silk Sunscreen Hydrating Mineral Shield SPF 50+
Updated on June 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
ma:nyo Foundation-Free Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 34 ingredients
Tatcha The Silk Sunscreen Hydrating Mineral Shield SPF 50+ 47 ingredients
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ma:nyo Foundation-Free Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 34 ingredients
Tatcha The Silk Sunscreen Hydrating Mineral Shield SPF 50+ 47 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventPropylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Gossypium Herbaceum Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Zinc Oxide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Titanium Dioxide, Caprylyl Methicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Methyl Trimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Gossypium Herbaceum Extract, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Butylene Glycol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Caprylyl Glycol, Mica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Maltodextrin, Adenosine, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Zinc Oxide 10%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingLauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientTridecyl Salicylate
Skin ConditioningHdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Propanediol
SolventCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Squalane
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Silk
HumectantBisabolol
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Arctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningKappaphycus Alvarezii Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Lecithin
EmollientCaesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingLactobacillus
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
AbsorbentCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
PEG-10
HumectantPolyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Phosphoric Acid
BufferingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Chloride
Masking
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Iron Oxides
Zinc Oxide 10%, Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Tridecyl Salicylate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Propanediol, Caprylyl Methicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Niacinamide, Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Silica, Squalane, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract, Hydrolyzed Silk, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Tocopherol, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lecithin, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus, Maltodextrin, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, PEG-10, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Propylene Glycol, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Butylene Glycol, Phosphoric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides
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 WaterZinc 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 OxidePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
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 PropanediolCaprylyl Methicone is a type of silicone.
It helps soften and soothe the skin by creating a thin film on top. This film helps trap moisture, keeping your skin hydrated.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate isn't fungal acne safe.
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.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolMaltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.
In food, Maltodextrin is used to improve the texture and thicken a product. Due to its structure, it can help create a gel texture. As an emulsion stabilizer, it helps keep the ingredients in a product together.
As a polysaccharide, Maltodextrin has moisturizing properties. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate. The top layer of skin uses polysaccharides to retain water, keeping the skin hydrated.
Maltodextrin is water soluble and has a sweet taste.
Learn more about MaltodextrinIngredient Ratings
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