Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of MDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 versus Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 .
Last updated on October 22, 2023. Published on December 20, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain 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.
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
MDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 21 ingredients
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 30 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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MDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 21 ingredients
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 30 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
MDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 21 ingredients
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 30 ingredients
Titanium Dioxide 2.1% • Zinc Oxide 17% • Dimethicone • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Glyceryl Isostearate • Polysilicone-15 • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Punica Granatum Extract • Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Silica • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Cyclotetrasiloxane • Isoceteth-10 • Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • CI 77499
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Zinc Oxide • Peg-12 Dimethicone • Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone • Lauroyl Lysine • Sodium Chloride • Trihydroxystearin • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Resveratrol • Quercetin • Epigallocatechin Gallate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Adenosine • Bisabolol • Salix Nigra Bark Extract • Punica Granatum Extract • Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract • Hydrolyzed Corn Starch • Polysorbate 80 • Hydrated Silica • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate • Caprylyl Glycol • Hexylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • CI 77492 • Phenoxyethanol
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Ingredients Explained
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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 can be harmful to coral reefs.
More about harmful reef ingredients here.
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 OxideMDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.
MDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate is a form of Vitamin C.
Vitamin C helps reduce redness, improve skin texture, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, and brighten skin.
Your skin uses Vitamin C to produce collagen and collagen production plays a role in having a strong skin barrier and having plump skin. As an antioxidant, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate also helps reduce the signs of aging such as fine-lines and wrinkles.
Studies show Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate is more stable when combined with stabilizing ingredients.
VItamin C helps brighten skin by blocking the process of skin darkening.
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Learn more about Tetrahexyldecyl AscorbateMDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 10.
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Punica Granatum extract comes from the pomegranate.
Pomegranates are rich in fatty acids, including an unsaturated fatty acid by the name of Punicic acid. Other components of pomegranates include Vitamin E, and Vitamin C.
As an astringent, Punica Granatum Extract shrinks tissue by drawing water out of your skin. This leads to a tightening effect in the skin.
Learn more about Punica Granatum ExtractMDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 18.
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 AcetateMDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
MDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneMDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 23.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
MDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 21 ingredients
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 30 ingredients
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MDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 21 ingredients
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 30 ingredients
Reviews
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MDSolarSciences Mineral Crème SPF 50 21 ingredients
BubbIes
The consistency of this is pretty nice and it doesn't leave a bad white cast, but one of the ingredient's safety worries me enough that I don't...
The consistency of this is pretty nice and it doesn't leave a bad white cast, but one of the ingredient's safety worries me enough that I don't want to use it too often.
Cyclopentasiloxane hazard statements: "Flammable liquid and vapor. Suspected of damaging fertility. May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life. While cyclopentasiloxane is generally safe for human use, it may have a negative impact on the environment."
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 30 ingredients
hydrationplease
A phenomenal tinted mineral sunscreen. It has a light, lotion-like texture. Not greasy or heavy at all. It is quick and easy to apply. Dries down...
A phenomenal tinted mineral sunscreen. It has a light, lotion-like texture. Not greasy or heavy at all. It is quick and easy to apply. Dries down to a matte finish. Just very pleasant and effortless to use.
The tint claims to be universal, but of course it's not at all. In fact it's pretty much a perfect match for my skin tone, which is very light and cool toned. (For reference, two of my best foundation shade matches are the NYX Born to Glow Foundation in Porcelain and the Revolution Beauty Fast Base Stick Foundation in F3.)
The tint is sheer, but it's absolutely going to leave a cast on anyone whose skintone is significantly deeper than mine.
Much like many other mineral sunscreens, this is also a touch drying. Probably best for oily / combo / normal skin, just as the brand states. But that said, I still love it even as someone with dry skin. I do need a separate moisturizer underneath though.
It's vegan, cruelty-free, fragrance-free, and doesn't make my eyes sting. The price... is doable.
All in all I think it's one of the best, if the tint works for you.
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