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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen versus Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry .

Published on February 20, 2023

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain niacinamide, peptides, SPF and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and silicones

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Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

Night Moisturizer

Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
30
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (5)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E
Niacinamide
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (5)
Acne Trigger (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 6.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 7.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 9.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 25.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 11.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 11.

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What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 13.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

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Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 16.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Oligopeptide-1 is a peptide.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 17.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Loved

Resveratrol is a famous emerging antioxidant. It is a good alternative for sensitive skin types who cannot tolerate retinoids.

This antioxidant is most famous for it's anti-aging benefits. Studies show it combats the signs of aging by:

Besides anti-aging, this ingredient also helps with skin brightening and soothing.

The most effective forms of resveratrol are isobutyrate and butyrate. These have the strongest effect on increasing A1 collagen and reducing inflammation.

A note on it being a retinoid alternative: Despite it's amazing skin benefits, it is not a replacement for retinoids. However, it is recommended for people with sensitive skin or intolerance to retinoids.

Resveratrol is naturally found in grapes, peanuts, and berries.

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Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 18.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Sucrose Palmitate.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 19.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 22.

10
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 23.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning

Glyceryl Linoleate isn't fungal acne safe.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 24.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 32.

12
What it does: Humectant, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethoxydiglycol is a synthetic solvent.

Solvents are used to keep ingredients together in a product. They can help dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.

Ethoxydiglycol also helps deliver other key ingredients into the skin.

Learn more about Ethoxydiglycol

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 25.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 33.

13
What it does: Masking

We don't have a description for Methyldihydrojasmonate.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 26.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 34.

14
What it does: Masking, Tonic

We don't have a description for Ethylene Brassylate.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 27.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 35.

15
What it does: Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning

Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes is a fragrance.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 28.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 36.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming

Ethyl Linalool is a fragrance.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 29.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 37.

17

We don't have a description for Isobutyl Methyl Tetrahydropyranol.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 30.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 38.

18

Methylenedioxyphenyl Methylpropanal is a fragrance.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 31.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 39.

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What it does: Masking

We don't have a description for Phenylisohexanol.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 32.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 40.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming

Trimethylbenzenepropanol is a fragrance.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 33.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 41.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming

Methyl Benzodioxepinone is a fragrance.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 34.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 42.

22
What it does: Buffering, Emulsifying, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Triethanolamine is an emulsifier and pH adjuster. It is created using ethylene oxide and ammonia. This gives Triethanolamine a nitrogen core and a similar scent to ammonia.

As an emulsifier, it prevents ingredients from separating and enhances texture by adding volume to a product.

PH adjusters are common in cosmetic products. The pH of a product can affect the effectiveness of other ingredients. A product with a high pH may also irritate the skin.

Learn more about Triethanolamine

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 35.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 43.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

Learn more about Disodium EDTA

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 37.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 44.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 39.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 45.

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What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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 Glycol

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 42.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 48.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate is a preservative.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 43.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Night Cream - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 49.

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7% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
35% have no rating yet
18% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
28% have no rating yet

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