Mother SPF Tinted Face Cream Mousse SPF 50 Versus Deconstruct Mineral Sunscreen SPF 55+ PA++++
Updated on October 28, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, niacinamide and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Mother SPF Tinted Face Cream Mousse SPF 50 28 ingredients
Deconstruct Mineral Sunscreen SPF 55+ PA++++ 29 ingredients
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Mother SPF Tinted Face Cream Mousse SPF 50 28 ingredients
Deconstruct Mineral Sunscreen SPF 55+ PA++++ 29 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingOctyldodecanol
EmollientTapioca Starch
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Undecane
EmollientTribehenin
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Brassica Alcohol
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningTridecane
Perfuming
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingGlyceryl Isostearate
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Saccharide Isomerate
HumectantMagnesium Sulfate
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder
Skin ConditioningHydrated Silica
Abrasive
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
Masking
Sodium Citrate
BufferingIron Oxides
Zinc Oxide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Octyldodecanol, Tapioca Starch, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Undecane, Tribehenin, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Brassica Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Tridecane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Glyceryl Isostearate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Saccharide Isomerate, Magnesium Sulfate, Triethyl Citrate, Isostearic Acid, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder, Hydrated Silica, Niacinamide, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Sodium Citrate, Iron Oxides
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
C13-15 Alkane
SolventSilica
Abrasive
Undecane
EmollientTridecane
Perfuming
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientC15-19 Alkane
SolventDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxyapatite
Abrasive
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSodium Chloride
Masking
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantStearic Acid
Cleansing
CI 77220
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantJojoba Esters
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Zinc Oxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isostearic Acid, C13-15 Alkane, Silica, Undecane, Tridecane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Titanium Dioxide, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, C15-19 Alkane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyapatite, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Chloride, CI 77491, Stearic Acid, CI 77220, CI 77492, Jojoba Esters, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 OxideThis 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 TriglycerideUndecane is an emollient and helps create a lightweight base for products.
Is is not soluble in water and naturally occurring in some species.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolTridecane is a lightweight emollient and fragrancing ingredient. It is a paraffin and often called a silicone alternative.
According to official INCI guidelines, this ingredient is used to give a light odor to raw materials. It is often used as a starter ingredient to create parfum.
This ingredient can be derived from palm oil, or coconut oil. It is also naturally found in certain species of organisms.
According to the NOAA, this ingredient can cause skin sensitivity with prolonged use. However, this warning is taken from the Coast Guard and no studies have been done on this in relation to cosmetics.
Tridecane is not water soluble.
Learn more about TridecaneDisteardimonium 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 HectoriteThis ingredient is an emulsifier. It is created from Polyglycerin-3 and Ricinoleic Acid.
As an emulsifier, it prevents waters and oils from separating. According to a manufacturer this ingredient is fully biodegradable.
This ingredient may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis due to its Ricinoleic Acid base. Ricinoleic Acid is a fatty acid derived from castor oil.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleatePolyhydroxystearic 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 AcidIsostearic acid is a saturated fatty acid. Its structure makes it a great surfactant.
Surfactants help decrease the surface tension between two liquids. This property also makes it an effective emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent waters and oils from separating in a product.
Isostearic Acid is created from oleic acid.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Isostearic AcidNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideIngredient Ratings
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