Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face Liquid Sunscreen Mineral Sensitive Skin SPF 70 Versus Naked Sundays Cabana Glow SPF50+ Mineral Glow Drops
Updated on April 29, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face Liquid Sunscreen Mineral Sensitive Skin SPF 70 26 ingredients
Naked Sundays Cabana Glow SPF50+ Mineral Glow Drops 28 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face Liquid Sunscreen Mineral Sensitive Skin SPF 70 26 ingredients
Naked Sundays Cabana Glow SPF50+ Mineral Glow Drops 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Titanium Dioxide 6.6%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 14.4%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin ConditioningVp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Dimethicone
Emollient
Steareth-21
CleansingCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
Triacontanyl Pvp
HumectantPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Cetearyl Olivate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Titanium Dioxide 6.6%, Zinc Oxide 14.4%, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Dimethicone, Steareth-21, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Triacontanyl Pvp, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Cetearyl Olivate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbitan Olivate, Chlorphenesin, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientEthylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin ConditioningButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Propanediol
Solvent
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Magnesium Sulfate
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantStearic Acid
Cleansing
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate
EmollientCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantDunaliella Salina Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Water, Zinc Oxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Isododecane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Mica, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Isostearic Acid, Dimethicone, Hydroxyacetophenone, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Magnesium Sulfate, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 77492, Stearic Acid, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate, CI 77491, CI 77499, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideButyloctyl Salicylate is similar to octisalate. It a photostabilizer, SPF booster, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
Due to regulation loopholes, this ingredient is not required to be labeled as an active chemical filter like other UV ingredients. This is why you'll likely find this ingredient in mineral sunscreens from the US.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeWe don't have a description for Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene yet.
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.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidTitanium Dioxide is a mineral (or physical) sunscreen ingredient that provides broad-spectrum protection by blocking both UV-A and UV-B rays.
It sits on the skin’s surface and primarily reflects and scatters UV light and also absorbs some of it.
This makes the line between “mineral” and “chemical” sunscreens a bit blurry, but in skincare labeling, Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide are the two ingredients officially classified as mineral filters.
Because it’s non-irritating, Titanium Dioxide is often recommended for sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Thanks to modern production methods, nano-scale or fine-grade Titanium Dioxide is now widely used in cosmetics to reduce white cast and improve texture.
Despite its small particle size, studies show that Titanium Dioxide, even in nanoparticle form, is not absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideWater. 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!
Learn more about WaterZinc 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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