Person & Covey, Inc. Solbar Zinc SPF 38 Versus Nivea Sun Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Person & Covey, Inc. Solbar Zinc SPF 38 22 ingredients
Nivea Sun Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
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Person & Covey, Inc. Solbar Zinc SPF 38 22 ingredients
Nivea Sun Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Homosalate 10%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide 7.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningButyl Stearate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Glycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glyceryl Dilaurate
Emollient
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingVp/Eicosene Copolymer
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCyclomethicone
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Homosalate 10%, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%, Zinc Oxide 7.5%, Water, Butyl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Dilaurate, Pvp, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetyl Phosphate, Cyclomethicone, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantPyrus Cydonia Seed Extract
MaskingGeranium Robertianum Extract
AstringentPhellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingBHT
Antioxidant
Methylparaben
Preservative
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Pyrus Cydonia Seed Extract, Geranium Robertianum Extract, Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hydroxide, BHT, Methylparaben
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexyl 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 MethoxycinnamateWater. 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 WaterDimethicone 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 DimethiconeIngredient Ratings
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Person & Covey, Inc. Solbar Zinc SPF 38 22 ingredients
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