mineaderm Pigment UV Protection Tinted Cream SPF 50+ Versus Vivier Pharma Sheer SPF 30 Mineral Tinted
Updated on August 27, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan sunscreens. They have a total of 19 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, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
mineaderm Pigment UV Protection Tinted Cream SPF 50+ 59 ingredients
Vivier Pharma Sheer SPF 30 Mineral Tinted 44 ingredients
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mineaderm Pigment UV Protection Tinted Cream SPF 50+ 59 ingredients
Vivier Pharma Sheer SPF 30 Mineral Tinted 44 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Ceteareth-12
EmulsifyingCetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPEG-100 Stearate
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dimethicone
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Lecithin
EmollientPropanediol
SolventHydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium PCA
HumectantEthylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Talc
Abrasive
Parfum
Masking
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phragmites Communis Extract
Skin ConditioningPoria Cocos Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTetrasodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Bisabolol
Masking
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingLepidium Sativum Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningSoy Isoflavones
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentCitric Acid
Buffering
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Titanium Dioxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Dimethiconol, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteareth-20, Ceteareth-12, Cetyl Palmitate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, PEG-100 Stearate, Zinc Oxide, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone, Panthenol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Lecithin, Propanediol, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium PCA, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Talc, Parfum, Mica, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phragmites Communis Extract, Poria Cocos Extract, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetrasodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Bisabolol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Cellulose Gum, Lepidium Sativum Sprout Extract, Soy Isoflavones, Polysorbate 80, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Polyacrylate, Citric Acid, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Titanium Dioxide 10%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 8%
Cosmetic Colorant
Alumina
Abrasive
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone
Emollient
Butylparaben
Masking
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract
Emulsion Stabilising
Citrus Limon Peel Extract
EmollientCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylparaben
Preservative
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Iron Oxides
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Methylparaben
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Phytic Acid
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate
EmollientPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Propylparaben
Preservative
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingT-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Vp/Eicosene Copolymer
Water
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTitanium Dioxide 10%, Zinc Oxide 8%, Alumina, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone, Butylparaben, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Dimethicone, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylparaben, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Iron Oxides, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Phytic Acid, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 20, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Sodium Hydroxide, T-Butyl Alcohol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Water, Xanthan Gum
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 WaterTitanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideC12-15 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 BenzoateGlycerin 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 GlycerinThis 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 TriglycerideCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneCetearyl 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 AlcoholPropylene 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 GlycolGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateCeteareth-20 is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. It is derived from cetearyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol.
As an emulsifier, Ceteareth-20 prevents oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant. Surfactants help gather oil, pollution, and dirt to be washed away.
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 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 OxidePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeTocopheryl 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 AcetateXanthan 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 GumPolyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidCi 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
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