Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ versus The Derma Co 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Gel With SPF 50 PA++++ Broad Spectrum .
Last updated on October 09, 2023. Published on October 12, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 4 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
What's Inside
They both contain oils and 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
Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ 25 ingredients
The Derma Co 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Gel With SPF 50 PA++++ Broad Spectrum 38 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 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ 25 ingredients
The Derma Co 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Gel With SPF 50 PA++++ Broad Spectrum 38 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ 25 ingredients
The Derma Co 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Gel With SPF 50 PA++++ Broad Spectrum 38 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 • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Dimethicone • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Hyaluronic Acid • Glycerin • Benzophenone-3 • Butylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Lecithin • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Xylitol • Glucose • Sodium Levulinate • Phospholipids • Propylene Glycol • Ethoxydiglycol • Anhydroxylitol • Oxothiazolidine • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Glyceryl Stearate • Allantoin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phoenix Dactylifera Seed Extract • Vaccinium Corymbosum Seed • Ficus Carica Fruit Extract • Citrus Paradisi Peel Extract • Zinc Oxide • Cyclopentasiloxane • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Ascorbic Acid • C9-12 Alkane • Hydrogen Dimethicone • Titanium Dioxide • Aluminum Hydroxide • Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
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.
D5 is 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 CyclopentasiloxaneMinimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
The Derma Co 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Gel With SPF 50 PA++++ Broad Spectrum contains this as ingredient number 31.
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.
The Derma Co 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Gel With SPF 50 PA++++ Broad Spectrum contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
The Derma Co 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Gel With SPF 50 PA++++ Broad Spectrum contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
The Derma Co 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Gel With SPF 50 PA++++ Broad Spectrum contains this as ingredient number 25.
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Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ 25 ingredients
The Derma Co 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Gel With SPF 50 PA++++ Broad Spectrum 38 ingredients
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Minimalist Invisible Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ 25 ingredients
The Derma Co 1% Hyaluronic Sunscreen Aqua Gel With SPF 50 PA++++ Broad Spectrum 38 ingredients
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