Neutrogena Visibly Even Daily Facial Moisturizer - SPF 30 Versus Clinique Even Better Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 - CN10 Alabaster
Updated on May 18, 2025
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Neutrogena Visibly Even Daily Facial Moisturizer - SPF 30 38 ingredients
Clinique Even Better Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 44 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Neutrogena Visibly Even Daily Facial Moisturizer - SPF 30 38 ingredients
Clinique Even Better Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 44 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 12%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 1.7%
UV Absorber
Benzophenone-3 3%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDimethicone
Emollient
Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate
EmollientEthylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientCetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingMethylparaben
Preservative
Steareth-2
EmulsifyingPolyacrylate-13
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Steareth-21
CleansingMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Disodium EDTA
Polyisobutene
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Propylparaben
Preservative
Ethylparaben
Preservative
Benzalkonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Homosalate 12%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Octocrylene 1.7%, Benzophenone-3 3%, Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Glycerin, Panthenol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Silica, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Arachidyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Methylparaben, Steareth-2, Polyacrylate-13, Behenyl Alcohol, Titanium Dioxide, Steareth-21, Mica, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Disodium EDTA, Polyisobutene, Arachidyl Glucoside, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Boron Nitride, Polysorbate 20, Propylparaben, Ethylparaben, Benzalkonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 5.9%
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide 3.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 2.8%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningMethyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Yeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Alumina
Abrasive
Citrus Grandis Peel Extract
Astringent
Betula Alba Bark Extract
Masking
Saccharomyces Lysate Extract
Humectant
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate
CleansingAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Methicone
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingDimethicone Crosspolymer-3
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingSodium Chloride
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyaminopropyl Biguanide
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 5.9%, Titanium Dioxide 3.5%, Zinc Oxide 2.8%, Water, Methyl Trimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Triethylhexanoin, Butylene Glycol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Yeast Extract, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Alumina, Citrus Grandis Peel Extract, Betula Alba Bark Extract, Saccharomyces Lysate Extract, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate, Acetyl Glucosamine, Caprylyl Methicone, Methicone, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Lecithin, Laureth-7, Tocopheryl Acetate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Polyaminopropyl Biguanide, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, Mica, CI 77163
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 BenzoateDimethicone 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 DimethiconeDisodium 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 EDTAGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinMica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaPhenoxyethanol 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.
Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconeTitanium 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!
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