Mistine Aqua Base Ultra Protection Matte & Light Facial Sunscreen Pro SPF 50 Versus HELIOCARE Advanced Gel SPF 50
Updated on October 23, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 7 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, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Mistine Aqua Base Ultra Protection Matte & Light Facial Sunscreen Pro SPF 50 49 ingredients
HELIOCARE Advanced Gel SPF 50 28 ingredients
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Mistine Aqua Base Ultra Protection Matte & Light Facial Sunscreen Pro SPF 50 49 ingredients
HELIOCARE Advanced Gel SPF 50 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningOctocrylene
UV Absorber
Homosalate
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Silica
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientPhenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Cistus Monspeliensis Extract
MaskingHydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientErgothioneine
Antioxidant
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Nephelium Lappaceum Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingTricholoma Matsutake Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Glucose
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Potassium Phosphate
BufferingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates Copolymer
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPropylene Carbonate
SolventPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Succinate
BufferingWater, Octocrylene, Homosalate, Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Silica, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dibutyl Adipate, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Titanium Dioxide, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Cistus Monspeliensis Extract, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Ergothioneine, Ectoin, Nephelium Lappaceum Peel Extract, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Tricholoma Matsutake Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Maltodextrin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Glucose, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Potassium Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Acrylates Copolymer, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Decyl Glucoside, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Propylene Carbonate, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Succinate
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPolyacrylamide
PEG/PPG-20/6 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Polypodium Leucotomos Leaf Extract
Skin ProtectingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingCetyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Micrococcus Lysate
Skin ConditioningTetrasodium EDTA
Alumina
Abrasive
BHT
Antioxidant
Simethicone
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Parfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Polyacrylamide, PEG/PPG-20/6 Dimethicone, Zinc Oxide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Polypodium Leucotomos Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Titanium Dioxide, Laureth-7, Cetyl Dimethicone, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol, Micrococcus Lysate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Alumina, BHT, Simethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Parfum, Linalool, Limonene
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 WaterOctocrylene 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 OctocryleneCyclopentasiloxane, 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 CyclopentasiloxaneTitanium 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 DioxideTocopheryl 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 AcetateGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
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