Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ versus Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 .
Last updated on January 22, 2024. Published on February 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 19 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or 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.
Eye Moisturizer
Eye moisturizers help add moisture back into the skin around the eyes; these can be creams, gels, or serums.
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Ingredient Info
Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ 41 ingredients
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 32 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
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Vegan
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Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
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Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
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Sulfate 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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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
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Vegan
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Cruelty Free
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Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ 41 ingredients
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 32 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ 41 ingredients
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 32 ingredients
Water • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Dibutyl Adipate • Glycerin • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Diisopropyl Adipate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer • Isododecane • Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil • Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer • Silica • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Squalane • Phenoxyethanol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Inulin Lauryl Carbamate • Marrubium Vulgare Extract • Arginine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Lecithin • Xanthan Gum • Carnosine • Disodium EDTA • Coco-Glucoside • Citric Acid • Benzoic Acid • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Plankton Extract • Dehydroacetic Acid • Parfum • Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Hydroxide • Limonene • Linalool • Citral
Water • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Dibutyl Adipate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Glycerin • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Caffeine • Sodium Polyacrylate • Phenoxyethanol • Butylene Glycol • Carnosine • Xanthan Gum • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Glucosyl Hesperidin • Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract • Disodium EDTA • Benzoic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Disodium Phosphate • Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract • Dehydroacetic Acid • Citric Acid • Ectoin • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Polysilicone-11 • Silica • Laureth-12
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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 WaterMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.
Bemotrizinol has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. Skin exposed to UV causes free-radical molecules to form. This ingredient works by preventing the UV from reaching your skin.
It is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.
Bemotrizinol is not approved in the US but is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia.
In fact, it is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted by in the EU.
It is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UVA absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm) and photostability.
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%.
UV absorbers are an agent that absorbs UV rays. They protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UV rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation from the sun. Other sources include tanning beds and welding torches. Radiation is the emission of energy. UV Rays are divided into 3 groups. UVA (320-400 nm) contains the least amount of energy. They are linked to long term skin damage such as wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA in skin cells. UVB causes sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer. UVC (200-280 nm) contains the highest amount of energy. Our ozone blocks UVC. UVC can also originate from welding torches, mercury lamps, and sanitizing bulbs.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dibutyl Adipate is an emollient and solvent. It is created from butyl alcohol and adipic acid.
As a solvent, Dibutyl Adipate helps mix and disperse ingredients evenly.
Dibutyl Adipate is soluble in water and organic solvents. It does not absorb UV rays.
Learn more about Dibutyl AdipateMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 GlycerinMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
C12-15 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 BenzoateMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazoneMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 SilicaMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 31.
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 AlcoholMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 16.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Potassium 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 PhosphateMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 10.
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.
Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 24.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Xanthan 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 GumMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 26.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.
We don't have a description for Carnosine.
Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 27.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 EDTAMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 28.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 30.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 27.
Benzoic Acid is used to preserve and adjust the pH of products.
The antimicrobial property of Benzoic Acid helps elongate a product's shelf life. Its main role is to reduce fungi growth and is not found to be effective at fighting bacteria. Therefore Benzoic Acid is always added along with other preservatives.
In its pure form, Benzoic Acid looks like a white crystalline solid. It has slight solubility in water.
The name of Benzoic Acid comes from gum benzoin, which used to be the sole source of deriving this ingredient. Benzoic Acid is the most simple aromatic carboxylic acid.
Benzoic Acid is naturally occuring in strawberries, mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a slight scent but is not considered to be a fragrance.
Learn more about Benzoic AcidMedik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 31.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 22.
Dehydroacetic Acid is fungicide and bactericide. It is used as a preservative in cosmetics. Preservatives help elongate the shelf life of a product.
Dehydroacetic Acid is not soluble in water.
Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 34.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 26.
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.
Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 37.
Medik8 Advanced Day Eye Protect SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 23.
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