MARA Beauty Algae + Zinc® Sea Kale Sunscreen Sérum SPF 30 PA+++ Versus Kari Gran Essential SPF 30
Updated on November 01, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
MARA Beauty Algae + Zinc® Sea Kale Sunscreen Sérum SPF 30 PA+++ 14 ingredients
Kari Gran Essential SPF 30 8 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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MARA Beauty Algae + Zinc® Sea Kale Sunscreen Sérum SPF 30 PA+++ 14 ingredients
Kari Gran Essential SPF 30 8 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 13.2%
Cosmetic Colorant
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil
Perfuming
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Alaria Esculenta Extract
Skin ProtectingAster Tripolium Extract
Skin ProtectingCrambe Maritima Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil
Masking
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Zinc Oxide 13.2%, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Alaria Esculenta Extract, Aster Tripolium Extract, Crambe Maritima Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil, Polyhydroxystearic Acid
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 OxideRubus Idaeus Seed Oil is created from the seeds of the raspberry fruit. Raspberries are native to northern Europe and Asia.
Raspberry seed oil is an emollient with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is rich in fatty acids, tocopherols, flavonoids, Vitamin C, and Vitamin E.
As an emollient, raspberry seed oil helps hydrate your skin. Emollients prevent moisture from evaporating by creating a film on top.
Learn more about Rubus Idaeus Seed OilPersea Gratissima Oil is also known as avocado oil.
Avocado Oil has antioxidant properties. It is mostly made up of the glycerides of fatty acids. About 67% of these fatty acids is made up of oleic acid. Palmitic acid and linoleic acid are also present.
These fatty acids help hydrate and soften the skin. It may increase collagen content in the skin. Collagen helps keep your skin plump and firm. This ingredient helps reduce inflammation and has not shown to clog pores.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe due to its high fatty acid content.
Avocados also have B vitamins, vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin E, and potassium.
Learn more about Persea Gratissima OilIngredient Ratings
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MARA Beauty Algae + Zinc® Sea Kale Sunscreen Sérum SPF 30 PA+++ 14 ingredients
Kari Gran Essential SPF 30 8 ingredients
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MARA Beauty Algae + Zinc® Sea Kale Sunscreen Sérum SPF 30 PA+++ 14 ingredients
Very oily , need to mix with something in order to tone down the oiliness
