Pixy UV Primer Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ Versus OMG Beauty Acne & Oil Control UV Barrier Sunscreen SPF 50
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Silica
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Limon Juice
Skin Conditioning
BHT
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Silica, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Potassium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Parfum, Tocopherol, Propylene Glycol, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Citrus Limon Juice, BHT, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Propanediol
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Cetearyl Olivate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Lecithin
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Glycerin
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
BHT
Antioxidant
Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningAscorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Sodium Phytate
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Niacinamide, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Octocrylene, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Cetearyl Olivate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, Sorbitan Olivate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Propylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Salicylic Acid, Lecithin, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Polysorbate 60, BHT, Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sodium Phytate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTButylene 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 GlycolEthylhexyl 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 MethoxycinnamatePhenoxyethanol 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.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbatePropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. 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 Water
