Mother SPF Tinted Face Cream Mousse SPF 50 Versus Ethical Zinc SPF 50+ Natural Clear Zinc Sunscreen
Updated on May 13, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Mother SPF Tinted Face Cream Mousse SPF 50 28 ingredients
Ethical Zinc SPF 50+ Natural Clear Zinc Sunscreen 10 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Mother SPF Tinted Face Cream Mousse SPF 50 28 ingredients
Ethical Zinc SPF 50+ Natural Clear Zinc Sunscreen 10 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Octyldodecanol
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
Humectant
Magnesium Sulfate
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder
Skin Conditioning
Hydrated 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
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Isostearic 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 AcidThis 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 PolyricinoleateZinc 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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