Peter Thomas Roth Max Mineral Tinted Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 45 Versus MDSolarSciences Mineral Tinted Crème SPF 30
Updated on November 06, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, reducing pores 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
Peter Thomas Roth Max Mineral Tinted Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 45 36 ingredients
MDSolarSciences Mineral Tinted Crème SPF 30 19 ingredients
About this product
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Peter Thomas Roth Max Mineral Tinted Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 45 36 ingredients
MDSolarSciences Mineral Tinted Crème SPF 30 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
C9-12 Alkane
SolventCarthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes
Emollient
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventEthylhexyl Olivate
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Cetearyl Olivate
Stearyl Phosphate
Emulsifying
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Oleth-3 Phosphate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Alumina
Abrasive
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Phytate
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Silica
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Diamond Powder
Abrasive
Iron Oxides
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C9-12 Alkane, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cetyl Alcohol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Stearyl Phosphate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Sorbitan Olivate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Alumina, Xanthan Gum, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Squalane, Gluconolactone, Sodium Phytate, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Sodium Benzoate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Potassium Sorbate, Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbic Acid, Diamond Powder, Iron Oxides, Mica
Titanium Dioxide 2.1%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 17%
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Isostearate
Emollient
Polysilicone-15
UV FilterTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Punica Granatum Extract
AstringentVaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentSilica
Abrasive
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide 2.1%, Zinc Oxide 17%, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Glyceryl Isostearate, Polysilicone-15, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Punica Granatum Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract, Silica, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, 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.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is similar to octisalate. It a photostabilizer, SPF booster, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
Due to regulation loopholes, this ingredient is not required to be labeled as an active chemical filter like other UV ingredients. This is why you'll likely find this ingredient in mineral sunscreens from the US.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylatePolyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidSilica 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 SilicaIngredient Ratings
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Peter Thomas Roth Max Mineral Tinted Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 45 36 ingredients
MDSolarSciences Mineral Tinted Crème SPF 30 19 ingredients
Reviews
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Peter Thomas Roth Max Mineral Tinted Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 45 36 ingredients
MDSolarSciences Mineral Tinted Crème SPF 30 19 ingredients
Applies easily, no white cast, mineral, and makes skin look matte- love the look though. Pricey. SPF could be higher. Could be more moisturizing. Has vitamin c and green tea but not much else. Kind of hard to wash off, might need to double cleanse depending
