Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ versus Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen .
Last updated on October 09, 2023. Published on November 06, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
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, common allergens, 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.
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
Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ 25 ingredients
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen 34 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 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ 25 ingredients
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen 34 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ 25 ingredients
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen 34 ingredients
Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Octocrylene • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Diisopropyl Adipate • Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Diisopropyl Sebacate • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Isododecane • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Silica • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Squalane • Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Homosalate • Microcrystalline Wax • Tocopheryl Acetate • Silica Silylate • Quaternium-90 Sepiolite • Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite • BHT
Water • Octocrylene • Diisopropyl Adipate • Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Diisopropyl Sebacate • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Isododecane • Niacinamide • Arachidyl Alcohol • Behenyl Alcohol • Arachidyl Glucoside • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Titanium Dioxide • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Peg-100 Stearate • Glyceryl Stearate • Butylene Glycol • Linoleic Acid • Linolenic Acid • Panthenol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Allantoin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Retinol • Polysorbate 20 • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Xanthan Gum • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Silica • Acacia Seyal Gum • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
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Ingredients Explained
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Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneMinimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 2.
Diisopropyl Adipate comes from isopropyl alcohol and Adipic Acid.
It is a solvent and emollient. As a solvent, it is used to help other ingredients dissolve into the solution. It is also often used to soften hard ingredients.
Emollients help hydrate the skin by creating a thin barrier. This thin barrier prevents moisture from escaping.
Learn more about Diisopropyl AdipateMinimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 3.
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate is a mixture of Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate and Propylene Glycol Dicaprate.
It is an emollient and helps hydate the skin.
Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 BenzoateMinimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Diisopropyl Sebacate.
Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 6.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneMinimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 7.
Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about IsododecaneMinimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 SilicaMinimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 14.
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 30.
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 AcetateMinimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 22.
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 24.
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Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ 25 ingredients
Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ Sunscreen 34 ingredients
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Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ 25 ingredients
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