Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 versus Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen .
Last updated on March 26, 2024. Published on April 27, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, niacinamide, peptides and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones and sulfates
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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.
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.
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Ingredient Info
Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 29 ingredients
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen 43 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
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Paraben Free
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 29 ingredients
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen 43 ingredients
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Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 29 ingredients
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen 43 ingredients
Water • Propanediol • Glycerin • Silica • Caprylyl Methicone • Ceteareth-25 • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Beeswax • Glyceryl Stearate • Niacinamide • Dimethicone • Phenoxyethanol • Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide Peg-15 Disulfate • Vp/Eicosene Copolymer • Hydroxyacetophenone • Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Extract • Xanthan Gum • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract • Sucrose Stearate • Alcohol • Dipropylene Glycol • Ethyl Macadamiate • Resveratrol • Sodium Benzoate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Oligopeptide-1
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 9% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.5% • Octocrylene 3% • Benzophenone-3 4.5% • Water • Glycerin • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Dimethicone • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Cetearyl Alcohol • Ceteareth-25 • Niacinamide • Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Extract • Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Oligopeptide-1 • Resveratrol • Sucrose Palmitate • Bisabolol • Silica • Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide Peg-15 Disulfate • Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin • Glyceryl Linoleate • Ethoxydiglycol • Methyldihydrojasmonate • Ethylene Brassylate • Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes • Ethyl Linalool • Isobutyl Methyl Tetrahydropyranol • Methylenedioxyphenyl Methylpropanal • Phenylisohexanol • Trimethylbenzenepropanol • Methyl Benzodioxepinone • Triethanolamine • Sodium Benzoate • Disodium EDTA • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Propanediol • Caprylyl Glycol • Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 6.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
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 PropanediolMary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 41.
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 GlycerinMary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 7.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaMary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 21.
Ceteareth-25 comes from Cetearyl Alcohol. (And Cetearyl Alcohol is created from cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol.
This ingredient is a fatty alcohol used as an emulsifier and surfactant. As an emulsifier, it helps oil mix with water.
Like cetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-25 can help thicken and create a gel-like consistency.
Learn more about Ceteareth-25Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 12.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 NiacinamideMary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 39.
Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide Peg-15 Disulfate is a type of sulfate.
Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 22.
We don't have a description for Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Extract.
Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 EDTAMary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 37.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 40.
We don't have a description for Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract.
Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 15.
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.
Learn more about ResveratrolMary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 26.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 18.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateMary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 27.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 36.
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.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateMary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 28.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 16.
Oligopeptide-1 is a peptide.
Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 29.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 17.
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Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 29 ingredients
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen 43 ingredients
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Mary Kay Timewise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 29 ingredients
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D Day Cream SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen 43 ingredients
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