Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Simple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 versus Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 .
Published on February 21, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
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Ingredient Info
Simple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 26 ingredients
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 28 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Simple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 26 ingredients
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 28 ingredients
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Simple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 26 ingredients
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 28 ingredients
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Zinc Oxide • Isopropyl Myristate • Isohexadecane • Steareth-21 • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Zingiber Officinale Root Juice • Steareth-2 • Phenoxyethanol • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Glyceryl Stearate • Caprylyl Glycol • Xanthan Gum • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Citric Acid • Disodium EDTA • Niacinamide • Cyclopentasiloxane • BHA
Homosalate 9.95% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Zinc Oxide 10.1% • C16-17 Alkyl Benzoate • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Butylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Caprylyl Trisiloxane • Cetearyl Alcohol • Datem • Dimethicone • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glycerin • Hexylene Glycol • Hydrogenated Polybutene • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer 1% • Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil • Malic Acid • Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil • Phenoxyethanol • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Polysorbate 80 • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Steareth-2 • Steareth-21 • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Water
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterSimple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 28.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinSimple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Simple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 can be harmful to coral reefs.
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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 OxideSimple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
We don't have a description for Steareth-21.
Simple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholSimple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 10.
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Steareth-2 is a waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients. It is created from polyethylene glycol and stearyl alcohol.
The 2 stands for the number of ethylene oxide units used to create this ingredient.
Simple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Simple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
Simple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolSimple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Polyhydroxystearic 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 AcidSimple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 21.
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Simple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 26 ingredients
Epionce Ultra Shield Lotion SPF 50 28 ingredients
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Simple Skincare Protect 'N' Glow Triple Protect Moisturizer SPF 30 26 ingredients
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