Paula's Choice On-The-Go Shielding Powder SPF 30 Versus Supergoop! (Re)setting Mineral Powder Sunscreen SPF 35 PA+++ - Translucent
Updated on July 18, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Paula's Choice On-The-Go Shielding Powder SPF 30 23 ingredients
Supergoop! (Re)setting Mineral Powder Sunscreen SPF 35 PA+++ 17 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Paula's Choice On-The-Go Shielding Powder SPF 30 23 ingredients
Supergoop! (Re)setting Mineral Powder Sunscreen SPF 35 PA+++ 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 19.24%
Cosmetic Colorant
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Silica
Abrasive
Oryza Sativa Bran
Abrasive
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentButylene Glycol
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Olive Glycerides
Emulsifying
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Salix Nigra Bark Extract
Skin ProtectingWater
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Nylon-6/12
AbsorbentEDTA
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Iron Oxides
Zinc Oxide 19.24%, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Boron Nitride, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Silica, Oryza Sativa Bran, Zea Mays Starch, Butylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Ceramide NP, Tocopherol, Olive Glycerides, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Salix Nigra Bark Extract, Water, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Nylon-6/12, EDTA, Retinyl Palmitate, Potassium Sorbate, Chlorphenesin, Iron Oxides
Zinc Oxide 24.7%
Cosmetic Colorant
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Silica
Abrasive
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Pentaisostearate
Emollient
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningNylon-6/12
AbsorbentSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Olive Glycerides
Emulsifying
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Iron Oxides
Zinc Oxide 24.7%, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Lauroyl Lysine, Polyglyceryl-10 Pentaisostearate, Boron Nitride, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Nylon-6/12, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Olive Glycerides, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ceramide 3, Iron Oxides
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Zinc 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 OxideBoron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.
This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaOlive Glycerides isn't fungal acne safe.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is created by combining pure Vitamin C and palmitic acid. It is an antioxidant and helps reduce hyperpigmentation.
This ingredient is a more stable version of Vitamin C, meaning it does not disintegrate as quickly when exposed to sunlight. However, studies show it does not penetrate skin as well as pure Vitamin C.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is oil soluble.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Ascorbyl PalmitateTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWe don't have a description for Nylon-6/12 yet.
This ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
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Paula's Choice On-The-Go Shielding Powder SPF 30 23 ingredients
Supergoop! (Re)setting Mineral Powder Sunscreen SPF 35 PA+++ 17 ingredients
