maru.derm Anti Blemish Sun Cream SPF 50+ Versus The Purest Solutions UV Shield with Antioxidant Protection Blemish Defense SPF 50+ PA++++
Updated on January 14, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan sunscreens. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide and SPF
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, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
maru.derm Anti Blemish Sun Cream SPF 50+ 39 ingredients
The Purest Solutions UV Shield with Antioxidant Protection Blemish Defense SPF 50+ PA++++ 41 ingredients
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maru.derm Anti Blemish Sun Cream SPF 50+ 39 ingredients
The Purest Solutions UV Shield with Antioxidant Protection Blemish Defense SPF 50+ PA++++ 41 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Water
Masking
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Diacetyl Boldine
Skin ConditioningSodium PCA
HumectantDecyl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Lactate
BufferingArginine
Masking
Aspartic Acid
MaskingPCA
HumectantGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Glycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingSerine
MaskingValine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningHistidine
HumectantPhenylalanine
MaskingPotassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingInulin Lauryl Carbamate
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingLactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Tetrasodium EDTA
Water, Oryza Sativa Bran Water, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Zinc Oxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Propylene Glycol, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Alpha-Arbutin, Stearic Acid, Niacinamide, Allantoin, Diacetyl Boldine, Sodium PCA, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lactate, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, PCA, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Proline, Threonine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Lactic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Tetrasodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Glycerin
Humectant
Arbutin
Antioxidant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientPotassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Dimethicone
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningScenedesmus Rubescens Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Lecithin
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Sucrose
HumectantCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingMica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclopentasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Arbutin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Zinc Oxide, Isononyl Isononanoate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Pentylene Glycol, Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Lecithin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Sucrose, Cellulose Gum, Mica, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
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 WaterThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideGlycerin 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 GlycerinZinc 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 OxideC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoatePropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolNiacinamide 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 NiacinamidePotassium Cetyl Phosphate is the potassium salt of a mixture. This mixture consists of the esters from phosphoricacid and cetyl alcohol.
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
As a cleansing agent, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate helps gather oils, dirts, and pollutants from your skin. This makes it easier to rinse them away with water.
Learn more about Potassium Cetyl PhosphateXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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maru.derm Anti Blemish Sun Cream SPF 50+ 39 ingredients
The Purest Solutions UV Shield with Antioxidant Protection Blemish Defense SPF 50+ PA++++ 41 ingredients
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maru.derm Anti Blemish Sun Cream SPF 50+ 39 ingredients
really good sunscreen, i use it for both everyday and for the beach, it has no white cast, it feels very nice on the skin. my skin is pretty sensitive but this suncream didn't irritate me at all. I have repurchased this sunscreen multiple times.
