Oasea Protective Tinted Mineral Matte Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ Versus EltaMD, Inc UV Clear Tinted SPF 46
Updated on November 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Oasea Protective Tinted Mineral Matte Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ 61 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Clear Tinted SPF 46 20 ingredients
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Oasea Protective Tinted Mineral Matte Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ 61 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Clear Tinted SPF 46 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientDipropylene Glycol
MaskingAcrylates Copolymer
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer
Skin ConditioningDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolyglyceryl-2 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Magnesium Sulfate
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningStearic Acid
Cleansing
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantPEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Polyglycerin-6
HumectantOctyldodecanol
EmollientLactic Acid
Buffering
Polypropylsilsesquioxane
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Lilium Candidum Flower Water
Skin ConditioningChrysin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingAscorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Algae Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Zinc Oxide, Isononyl Isononanoate, Caprylyl Methicone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Methyl Trimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Isododecane, Dipropylene Glycol, Acrylates Copolymer, CI 77891, Silica, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Magnesium Sulfate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77492, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, CI 77491, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Polyglycerin-6, Octyldodecanol, Lactic Acid, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, CI 77499, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Squalane, Lilium Candidum Flower Water, Chrysin, Tocopherol, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Hydrolyzed Algae Extract, Phenoxyethanol
Zinc Oxide 9%
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyisobutene
PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Oleth-3 Phosphate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Iron Oxides
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Zinc Oxide 9%, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%, Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Niacinamide, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lactic Acid, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Iron Oxides, Triethoxycaprylylsilane
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 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 OxideTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneButylene 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.
Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronatePhenoxyethanol 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.
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Oasea Protective Tinted Mineral Matte Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ 61 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Clear Tinted SPF 46 20 ingredients
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Oasea Protective Tinted Mineral Matte Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ 61 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Clear Tinted SPF 46 20 ingredients
Not sure if I love it but I dont hate it...
The product itself is not bad, it gives a very nice finish with a sheer tint that doesnt feel cakey or pill on your skin. In the winter though this irritated my neck greatly, im not sure if its because of the skin already being dry from where I live but I had to stop using it because of this.
Forever on my Empties List
It is viral for a REASON. The application is so smooth and luxurious. It literally melts into my skin. I love that it has Lactic Acid and Niacinamide. It is much more than a sunscreen, it is an additional step in your skincare routine. I hate spending more than $25 on a product, and only do so for masks or when I reeealllyyyy love a product. This is the ONE. I love to Show more
