Missha M Signature Real Complete BB Cream SPF 25 PA++ - Light Milky Beige Versus Espoir ProTailor Be Velvet Cushion SPF34 PA++ - 04 Beige
Updated on December 21, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Missha M Signature Real Complete BB Cream SPF 25 PA++ 146 ingredients
Espoir ProTailor Be Velvet Cushion SPF34 PA++ 40 ingredients
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Missha M Signature Real Complete BB Cream SPF 25 PA++ 146 ingredients
Espoir ProTailor Be Velvet Cushion SPF34 PA++ 40 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Arbutin
Antioxidant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
Masking
CI 77015
Cosmetic ColorantCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientHydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
Skin Conditioning
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Alumina
Abrasive
Hexyl Laurate
Emollient
Talc
Abrasive
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Carbonate
SolventCholesterol
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Dimethicone
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Methicone
Emollient
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Bletilla Striata Root Extract
Skin ConditioningEchinacea Purpurea Extract
MoisturisingPerilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract
TonicBacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Brassica Campestris Sterols
Emollient
Glycine
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Water
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Extract
AstringentSalicornia Herbacea Extract
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Cucurbita Pepo Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Juglans Regia Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningAngelica Keiskei Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningOldenlandia Diffusa Extract
Skin ConditioningHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Cnidium Officinale Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSerine
Masking
Bambusa Textilis Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningGlutamic Acid
Humectant
Luffa Cylindrica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Camellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientPrunus Persica Fruit Extract
Abrasive
Ganoderma Lucidum Extract
Skin ProtectingVigna Radiata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningAspartic Acid
Masking
Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientLeucine
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Alanine
MaskingLysine
Skin ConditioningMangifera Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Root Extract
BleachingTaraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Acorus Calamus Root Extract
Perfuming
Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
MaskingCornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRhus Semialata Gall Extract
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tyrosine
MaskingPhenylalanine
Masking
Threonine
Valine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningAsarum Sieboldii Root Extract
Skin ConditioningIris Ensata Extract
Skin ConditioningPsidium Guajava Fruit Extract
AstringentGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Hordeum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningOenanthe Javanica Extract
AntimicrobialHistidine
Humectant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Methionine
Skin ConditioningCysteine
Antioxidant
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Extract
Skin ConditioningEthyl Hexanediol
SolventFragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Prunus Avium Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningScrophularia Buergeriana Root Extract
EmollientLinaria Japonica Extract
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCarica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Tropolone
Skin ConditioningWater, CI 77891, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Zinc Oxide, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Phenyl Trimethicone, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Arbutin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, CI 77015, Cyclohexasiloxane, Sorbitan Isostearate, Caprylyl Methicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate, Beeswax, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Sorbitan Olivate, Alumina, Hexyl Laurate, Talc, CI 77492, Xanthan Gum, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Caprylyl Glycol, Stearic Acid, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 77491, CI 77499, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ozokerite, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ceramide NP, Propylene Carbonate, Cholesterol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Propanediol, Methicone, Adenosine, Bletilla Striata Root Extract, Echinacea Purpurea Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Squalane, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Oleic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Glycine, Parfum, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Water, Punica Granatum Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Propylene Glycol, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Cucurbita Pepo Fruit Extract, Juglans Regia Seed Extract, Angelica Keiskei Leaf/Stem Extract, Oldenlandia Diffusa Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Serine, Bambusa Textilis Stem Extract, Glutamic Acid, Luffa Cylindrica Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Ganoderma Lucidum Extract, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract, Lecithin, Polysorbate 20, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Aspartic Acid, Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Leucine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Alcohol, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Alanine, Lysine, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Beta-Glucan, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Rhus Semialata Gall Extract, Arginine, Citric Acid, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Threonine, Valine, Proline, Isoleucine, Asarum Sieboldii Root Extract, Iris Ensata Extract, Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Oenanthe Javanica Extract, Histidine, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Methionine, Cysteine, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Extract, Ethyl Hexanediol, Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Prunus Avium Fruit Extract, Scrophularia Buergeriana Root Extract, Linaria Japonica Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Tropolone
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Diisopropyl Sebacate
EmollientPEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingIsododecane
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Alumina
Abrasive
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer
Skin ConditioningCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantAcrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin ConditioningPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Nylon-6/12
AbsorbentAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Parfum
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Polysilicone-11
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientOryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
BHT
Antioxidant
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, CI 77891, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Alcohol Denat., Diisopropyl Sebacate, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Isododecane, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Alumina, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, CI 77492, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, PEG-10 Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Nylon-6/12, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, Stearic Acid, Polysilicone-11, CI 77491, Glyceryl Caprylate, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Disodium EDTA, CI 77499, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Gluconolactone, BHT
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaAluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCi 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 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 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.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Cyclopentasiloxane, 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 CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone 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 DimethiconeDisodium 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 EDTADisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteGlycerin 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 GlycerinGlyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut. It has emollient and emulsifier properties.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate your skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier on your skin to trap moisture in, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth.
On the other hand, emulsifiers prevent ingredients (such as oil and water) from separating.
Learn more about Glyceryl CaprylateParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideStearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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 WaterZinc 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 OxideIngredient Ratings
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