Nivea Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ Versus Estée Lauder Double Wear Sheer Long-Wear Foundation SPF 19 - 1C1 Cool Bone
Updated on October 04, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Nivea Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
Estée Lauder Double Wear Sheer Long-Wear Foundation SPF 19 56 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Nivea Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
Estée Lauder Double Wear Sheer Long-Wear Foundation SPF 19 56 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Lysine Lauroyl Glutamate
CleansingAkebia Quinata Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingBeer Extract
Skin ConditioningPinus Taeda Bark Extract
TonicHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingBHT
Antioxidant
Methylparaben
Preservative
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Alcohol Denat., Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Lysine Lauroyl Glutamate, Akebia Quinata Seed Extract, Beer Extract, Pinus Taeda Bark Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hydroxide, BHT, Methylparaben
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 2%
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide 2.3%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningMethyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Silica
Abrasive
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialButylene Glycol
Humectant
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polysilicone-11
Laminaria Saccharina Extract
Skin ProtectingLitchi Chinensis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Methicone
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientTriethyl Citrate
Masking
Thermus Thermophillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningSodium Lactate
BufferingSodium PCA
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Lecithin
EmollientDimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
C24-28 Alkyl Methicone
Emollient
Dimethicone Silylate
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Chloride
Masking
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingLaureth-7
EmulsifyingMagnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentDextrin
AbsorbentXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDipropylene Glycol
MaskingBHT
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 2%, Titanium Dioxide 2.3%, Water, Methyl Trimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Silica, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Glycerin, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Litchi Chinensis Seed Extract, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract, Polyglutamic Acid, Methicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethyl Citrate, Thermus Thermophillus Ferment, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Tocopherol, Lecithin, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, C24-28 Alkyl Methicone, Dimethicone Silylate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Zinc Stearate, Sodium Chloride, Hexylene Glycol, Laureth-7, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Dextrin, Xanthan Gum, Dipropylene Glycol, BHT, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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!
Learn more about WaterEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateDimethicone 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 DimethiconeButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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 AcetateBHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTIngredient Ratings
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Nivea Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
Estée Lauder Double Wear Sheer Long-Wear Foundation SPF 19 56 ingredients
Reviews
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Nivea Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
Nivea uv super watery gel spf 50
Good for oily skin! Watery base... absorbs quickly ..... ingredients are on point! But not waterproof!
Too much alcohol. Very drying.
Applies really nicely but at the end of the day I find my skin really dry and irritated.
