OMI Menturm Sun Bears GOLD Active Milk Sunscreen SPF 50++++ Versus Salv Laboratories Ectoin Multi-Peptide + Lactobacillus Hybrid Sunscreen SPF 50+
Updated on March 20, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
OMI Menturm Sun Bears GOLD Active Milk Sunscreen SPF 50++++ 27 ingredients
Salv Laboratories Ectoin Multi-Peptide + Lactobacillus Hybrid Sunscreen SPF 50+ 49 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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OMI Menturm Sun Bears GOLD Active Milk Sunscreen SPF 50++++ 27 ingredients
Salv Laboratories Ectoin Multi-Peptide + Lactobacillus Hybrid Sunscreen SPF 50+ 49 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientDipropylene Glycol
MaskingSilica
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Magnesium/Aluminum/Zinc/Hydroxide/Carbonate
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Methylparaben
Preservative
Ethylparaben
Preservative
Potassium Alum
AstringentParfum
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningBHT
Antioxidant
Glycyrrhetinic Acid
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCyclopentasiloxane, Water, Zinc Oxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Dipropylene Glycol, Silica, Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Magnesium/Aluminum/Zinc/Hydroxide/Carbonate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Myristic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Potassium Alum, Parfum, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, BHT, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Isoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
Emulsifying
Hexapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus/Collagen Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Algae Extract
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentTripeptide-29
Skin Conditioning
Geranium Robertianum Extract
AstringentCitrus Reticulata Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningCentaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
AstringentAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogen Dimethicone
PEG-100 Stearate
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
PEG-9 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Phaseolus Radiatus Sprout Extract
HumectantTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Aspalathus Linearis Extract
Skin ConditioningTripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
Emollient
Tetrasodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isopropyl Myristate, Niacinamide, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Isoamyl Laurate, Glycerin, Octocrylene, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Ectoin, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate, Hexapeptide-9, Lactobacillus/Collagen Ferment Filtrate, Titanium Dioxide, Hydrated Silica, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Algae Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Tripeptide-29, Geranium Robertianum Extract, Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Allantoin, Jojoba Esters, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hydrogen Dimethicone, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, PEG-9 Dimethicone, Phaseolus Radiatus Sprout Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Tripeptide-1, Lecithin, Tetrasodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin
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 DimethiconeTitanium 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 DioxideHydrogen Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
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 AcetateButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolThis ingredient is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.
Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.
This ingredient is a type of elastomer.
Learn more about Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract comes from the Baikal skullcap or Chinese skullcap plant. This plant is native to Northeast Asia and can be found in China, Mongolia, Korea, and Siberia.
In cosmetics, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This is due to the flavonoid composition of Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract.
In Chinese traditional folk medicine, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is used to help treat lung issues and hypertension.
Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractIngredient Ratings
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OMI Menturm Sun Bears GOLD Active Milk Sunscreen SPF 50++++ 27 ingredients
Salv Laboratories Ectoin Multi-Peptide + Lactobacillus Hybrid Sunscreen SPF 50+ 49 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
OMI Menturm Sun Bears GOLD Active Milk Sunscreen SPF 50++++ 27 ingredients
I have a combination skin type (oily t-zone, normal for the rest).
I use this sunscreen on the face only. It also has good oil control but at the expense of making my face duller and dry to the point that it worsened my fine lines. I don't use make-up so I can't cover up the dullness and fine lines.
I do love the smooth texture it leaves once it's dry. No white cast but my skin color is an Show more
Loooove this one. It’s so underrated! I tried this out on a beach trip and I was really impressed. It’s so easy to put on and it dries down quickly to a matte finish. My t-zone is also less oily when I use this. I didn’t burn or tan, and reapplication was also nice. If you have combo or oily skin, I really recommend!
PROS:
- Travel-friendly bottle
- Great price
- Thin, lightweight milk Show more
