Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 versus Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 .
Published on March 05, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free general moisturizers. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Mario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 26 ingredients
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 45 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
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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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
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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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Mario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 26 ingredients
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 45 ingredients
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Mario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 26 ingredients
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 45 ingredients
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Benzophenone-3 • Water • Butylene Glycol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene • Squalane • Isopropyl Myristate • Cetyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Myristyl Lactate • Myristyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Ceteareth-20 • Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer • Pvm/Ma Copolymer • Carbomer • Sodium Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Hexylene Glycol • CI 42090 • CI 19140
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 5% • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Benzophenone-3 5% • Water • Silica • Glycerin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Pentylene Glycol • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Cyclopentasiloxane • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Vp/Eicosene Copolymer • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Allantoin • Niacinamide • Tocopherol • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Atractylodes Macrocephala Root Powder • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Coffea Arabica Seed Extract • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Mahonia Aquifolium Root Extract • Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate • Sarcosine • Capryloyl Glycine • Maltooligosyl Glucoside • Cetearyl Glucoside • Dimethiconol • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate • Hexylene Glycol • 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Sodium Hydroxide • Xanthan Gum • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneMario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateMario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
You probably know this ingredient as Oxybenzone, a sunscreen ingredient. It is a broad-spectrum sunscreen ingredient, meaning it can protect the skin against UVB and short UVA rays. The absorption range is 270-350 nm with peak absorption at 288 and 350 nm.
This chemical ingredient protects your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy. UV absorbers may absorb both UVA and UVB rays. It is often combined with other sunscreen ingredients to help with stability.
Ongoing research is looking into whether oxybenzone causes skin irritation and sensitivity. However, it has been shown to trigger contact dermatitis in some studies.
Oxybenzone is allowed in certain concentrations by many countries. It is allowed up to 6% in the US, and Canada, 5% in Japan, and 10% in Australia. Other countries and regions of the US have banned this ingredient to protect coral reefs and marine ecosystems. These places include Hawaii, Key West, US Virgin Islands, marine parks in Thailand, Aruba, and Palau.
The EU currently allows the following maximum concentrations:
Studies show conflicting results about oxybenzone being absorbed into the human body. The Swedish Research Institute has advised careful use of this ingredient by pregnant women and children. We always recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns about this ingredient and your health.
Learn more about Benzophenone-3Mario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 WaterMario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Mario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceMario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 GlycerinMario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholMario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideMario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 40.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Mario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 22.
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 43.
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 GlycolMario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 23.
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 44.
Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant. Glycols are a class of alcohols. Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, Hexylene Glycol helps gather dirt and oil on your skin to be washed away.
As an emulsifier, Hexylene Glycol helps keep water and oil together. This prevents them from separating in a product. Hexylene Glycol also thins out the texture of a product by lessening viscosity.
Hexylene Glycol has a small molecular weight.
Learn more about Hexylene GlycolMario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 36.
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Mario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer SPF15 26 ingredients
Paula's Choice Resist Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 45 ingredients
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