Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Oxide Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ Versus Lubriderm UV-15 Protección Solar (UV-15 Sun Protection)
Updated on October 26, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Oxide Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ 14 ingredients
Lubriderm UV-15 Protección Solar (UV-15 Sun Protection) 28 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Oxide Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ 14 ingredients
Lubriderm UV-15 Protección Solar (UV-15 Sun Protection) 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningHomosalate
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingLinalool
Perfuming
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Water, Homosalate, Glycerin, Octocrylene, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Parfum, Sodium Hydroxide, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Linalool, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Benzyl Salicylate, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Limonene, Benzyl Benzoate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolTocopheryl 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 AcetateIngredient Ratings
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