So Fly Cosmetics Smart Skin Corrector SPF 50+ Versus Colorescience All Calm Clinical Redness Corrector SPF 50 PA++++
Updated on July 19, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, niacinamide and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
So Fly Cosmetics Smart Skin Corrector SPF 50+ 37 ingredients
Colorescience All Calm Clinical Redness Corrector SPF 50 PA++++ 32 ingredients
About this product
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So Fly Cosmetics Smart Skin Corrector SPF 50+ 37 ingredients
Colorescience All Calm Clinical Redness Corrector SPF 50 PA++++ 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Dimethicone
Emollient
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Quaternium-90 Sepiolite
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Isostearyl Neopentanoate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingQuaternium-90 Montmorillonite
EmulsifyingSodium Chloride
Masking
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingAlumina
Abrasive
Propylene Carbonate
SolventCellulose Acetate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Ethylhexanol
Perfuming
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Quaternium-90 Sepiolite, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Isostearyl Neopentanoate, Phenoxyethanol, Decyl Glucoside, Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite, Sodium Chloride, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Alumina, Propylene Carbonate, Cellulose Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Propylene Glycol Stearate, Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Magnesium Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Isononyl Isononanoate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Sorbitan Oleate, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexanol, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77288, CI 77499
Titanium Dioxide 11.6%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 8.6%
Cosmetic Colorant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingWater
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPropylene Carbonate
SolventDisodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates
CleansingCrithmum Maritimum Extract
Skin ConditioningMagnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialZingiber Officinale Root Extract
MaskingMagnesium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan
Skin ConditioningJojoba Esters
Emollient
Bisabolol
Masking
Silica
Abrasive
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Alumina
Abrasive
Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Chloroacetic Acid
CI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Titanium Dioxide 11.6%, Zinc Oxide 8.6%, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Water, Niacinamide, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates, Crithmum Maritimum Extract, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Magnesium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan, Jojoba Esters, Bisabolol, Silica, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Dimethiconol, Alumina, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Phenoxyethanol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Chloroacetic Acid, CI 77288, 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.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneThis ingredient is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.
Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.
This ingredient is a type of elastomer.
Learn more about Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerPhenoxyethanol 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.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteAlumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaThis ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneCi 77288 is used to add green pigment to products.
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