Neutrogena Clear Face Break-Out Free Liquid Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50

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Neutrogena Clear Face Break-Out Free Liquid Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Versus Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++

Sunscreen

American Brand United States

Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on March 13, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin, oily skin and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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Ingredient Info

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Neutrogena Clear Face Break-Out Free Liquid Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 35 ingredients

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ 43 ingredients

What's inside

At a glance

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Neutrogena Clear Face Break-Out Free Liquid Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 35 ingredients

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ 43 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Clear Face Break-Out Free Liquid Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%

UV Absorber

Homosalate 10%

Skin Conditioning

Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%

UV Absorber

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Octocrylene 10%

Water

Silica

Cetyl Dimethicone

Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Steareth-100

Ethylhexylglycerin

Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate

Phenoxyethanol

Caprylyl Glycol

Sodium Polyacrylate

Dimethicone

Steareth-2

Polyester-7

Chlorphenesin

Ethylhexyl Stearate

Disodium EDTA

Propylene Glycol

Humectant

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Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate

Emollient

Bisabolol

Masking

Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer

Skin Conditioning

Butylene Glycol

Humectant

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Mannan

Xanthan Gum

BHT

Capryloyl Glycine

Trideceth-6

Sarcosine

Cedrus Atlantica Bark Extract

Perfuming

Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract

Antimicrobial

Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Skin Conditioning

Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++

Water

Skin Conditioning

Butylene Glycol

Humectant

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Ethylhexyl Salicylate

UV Absorber

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Homosalate

Skin Conditioning

Dibutyl Adipate

Emollient

Niacinamide

Smoothing

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

Skin Conditioning

Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient

Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol

UV Filter

Polysilicone-15

UV Filter

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

UV Filter

1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning

Pentylene Glycol

Skin Conditioning

Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract

Antioxidant

Ceramide NP

Skin Conditioning

Centella Asiatica Extract

Cleansing

Glycerin

Humectant

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Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Skin Conditioning

Houttuynia Cordata Extract

Skin Conditioning

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Masking

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Ficus Carica Fruit Extract

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant

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Ceteth-10

Emulsifying

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Decyl Glucoside

Propanediol

Tocopherol

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Astaxanthin

Skin Conditioning

Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Humectant

Ascorbyl Propyl Hyaluronate

Skin Conditioning

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

Humectant

Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate

Skin Conditioning

Adenosine

Skin Conditioning

Xanthan Gum

Emulsifying

Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone

Tromethamine

Carbomer

Propylene Glycol

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Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Water, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Dibutyl Adipate, Niacinamide, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Cyclopentasiloxane, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Polysilicone-15, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Ceramide NP, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycerin, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceteth-10, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Decyl Glucoside, Propanediol, Tocopherol, Astaxanthin, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Ascorbyl Propyl Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Adenosine, Xanthan Gum, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Propylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Butylene Glycol

Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

Butylene 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.

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Ethylhexyl Salicylate

UV Absorber, UV Filter

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.

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Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

Homosalate

Skin Conditioning, UV Absorber, UV Filter

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.

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Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Skin Conditioning

This extract comes from Purslane, a succulent. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.

Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.

Fun fact: Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.

Nowadays, purslane is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.

Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Propylene Glycol

Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.

Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.

This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.

Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.

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Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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Xanthan Gum

Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

Learn more about Xanthan Gum