Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Murad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ versus Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ .
Published on December 18, 2020
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 20 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
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, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances 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
Murad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ 43 ingredients
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ 50 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
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Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Murad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ 43 ingredients
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ 50 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Murad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ 43 ingredients
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ 50 ingredients
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 10% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 5% • Water • Tapioca Starch • Polysilicone-11 • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Propanediol Dicaprylate • Butylene Glycol • Coconut Alkanes • Cetearyl Alcohol • C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate • Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract • Butyl Avocadate • Retinyl Palmitate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Allantoin • Zinc Gluconate • Glycerin • Oleanolic Acid • Urea • Yeast Amino Acids • Trehalose • Inositol • Taurine • Betaine • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Coco-Glucoside • C20-22 Alcohols • Laureth-12 • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Sodium Hydroxide • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum • Limonene • Linalool • Citral
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 6.5% • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Benzophenone-3 2% • Water • Butylene Glycol • Stearic Acid • Diisopropyl Sebacate • Cocoglycerides • Lauryl Lactate • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Isodecyl Neopentanoate • Dimethicone • Cetyl Alcohol • Cetyl Phosphate • Urea • Yeast Amino Acids • Trehalose • Inositol • Taurine • Betaine • Phospholipids • Retinyl Palmitate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract • Ectoin • Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract • Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract • Passiflora Incarnata Extract • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Sodium PCA • Panthenol • Tripleurospermum Maritimum Extract • Zinc Gluconate • Ethyl Linoleate • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Xanthan Gum • Aminomethyl Propanol • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Chlorphenesin • Limonene • Linalool • Parfum • CI 15985 • CI 17200
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 MethoxydibenzoylmethaneMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Murad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Retinyl palmitate is a form of retinoid. It is created from palmitic acid and retinol.
This ingredient has antioxidant and exfoliating properties. Like other types of retinols, retinyl palmitate increases cell turnover. Removing dead skin cells and encouraging the growth of new ones improves skin tone and unclogs pores. This in turn promotes brighter looking skin and even skin texture.
As an antioxidant, retinyl palmitate helps neutralize free-radical molecules. These molecules have the potential to damage skin cells. Thus, antioxidants may help with anti-aging.
Retinyl palmitate can be good for be good for oily skin by helping to unclog pores. However, it may not be good for dry skin and fungal acne.
After using this product, you should follow up with sunscreen.
This ingredient is often added to low-fat milk to increase the levels of Vitamin A.
Learn more about Retinyl PalmitateMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 16.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 25.
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 AcetateMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 26.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is created by combining pure Vitamin C and palmitic acid. It is an antioxidant and helps reduce hyperpigmentation.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may break down skin cells. Antioxdants help reduce signs of aging.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is a stable version of Vitamin C, meaning it does not disintegrate when exposed to sunlight. However, studies show it does not penetrate skin as well as pure Vitamin C.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Ascorbyl PalmitateMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 27.
We don't have a description for Zinc Gluconate.
Murad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 37.
Urea is also called carbamide and is the diamide of carbonic acid. In cosmetics, urea is used to hydrate the skin. It also provides exfoliation in higher concentrations.
As a humectant, urea helps draw moisture from the air and from deep within the skin. This helps hydrate your skin. Studies show urea is an effective moisturizer for dry skin conditions. 40% urea is typical in medications for treating eczema and other skin conditions.
Urea has the strongest exfoliation effect in concentrations higher than 10%. It is a keratolytic agent, meaning it breaks down the keratin protein in the top layer of skin. This helps remove dead skin cells and flaking skin.
In medicine, urea has been shown to help increase the potency of other ingredients, such as fungal treatments.
Humans and animals use urea to metabolize nitrogen-containing compounds. Urea is highly soluble in water. Once dissolved, it is neither acidic nor alkaline.
Learn more about UreaMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 24.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
We don't have a description for Yeast Amino Acids.
Murad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 25.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Trehalose is a disaccharide made of two glucose molecules (glucose is sugar!). Trehalose is used to help moisturize skin. It also has antioxidant properties.
As a humectant, trehalose helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
Due to its antioxidant properties, trehalose may help with signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, unstable molecules that may damage your skin.
In medicine, trehalose and hyaluronic acid are used to help treat dry eyes.
Some animals, plants, and bacteria create trehalose as a source of energy to survive freeze or lack of water.
Learn more about TrehaloseMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 26.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 20.
Inositol is a sugar alcohol naturally found in the human body. Our bodies use this ingredient in the process of growing new cells.
Studies show inositol to be a key component for keratinocyte growth.
Keratinocytes make up the majority of the outermost layer of skin. These cells protect our skin from UV exposure, infection, and help keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient is also considered a humectant. Humectants help hydrate the skin by drawing moisture to it.
Learn more about InositolMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 27.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 21.
We don't have a description for Taurine.
Murad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 28.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 22.
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
Betaine is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies show betaine may help with uneven skin tones.
Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The form found within cosmetic products can be either plant-dervied or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 29.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 23.
Disodium 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 EDTAMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 37.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 42.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Murad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 39.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 43.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term '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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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 ParfumMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 40.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 48.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 41.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 46.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolMurad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 42.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 47.
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