Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of SolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen versus Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 .
Last updated on December 18, 2023. Published on May 02, 2024
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 brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils 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
SolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen 18 ingredients
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 26 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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Contains Parabens
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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SolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen 18 ingredients
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 26 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
SolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen 18 ingredients
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 26 ingredients
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 15% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 100% • Acrylates Copolymer • Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate • Dimethicone • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Sodium Polyacrylate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Water
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 12% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 2.35% • Benzophenone-3 6% • Water • Dimethicone • Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate • Glycerin • Trisiloxane • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Caprylyl Methicone • Behenyl Alcohol • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Benzyl Alcohol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Methylparaben • Cetearyl Glucoside • Xanthan Gum • Propylparaben • Disodium EDTA • BHT • Methylisothiazolinone
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Ingredients Explained
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Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneSolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 1.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateSolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 2.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateSolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 3.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneSolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 4.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 AlcoholSolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 9.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 14.
We don't have a description for Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate.
SolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 10.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 8.
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.
SolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 11.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTASolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 12.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
SolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 13.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is the potassium salt of a mixture. This mixture consists of the esters from phosphoricacid and cetyl alcohol.
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
As a cleansing agent, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate helps gather oils, dirts, and pollutants from your skin. This makes it easier to rinse them away with water.
Learn more about Potassium Cetyl PhosphateSolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 15.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 WaterSolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 18.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 6.
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SolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen 18 ingredients
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 26 ingredients
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SolRX Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen 18 ingredients
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 35 26 ingredients
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