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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Some By Mi Truecica Mineral 100 Calming Suncream SPF 50+ PA++++ versus Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ .

Published on August 17, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain 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 or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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Sunscreen South Korean Brand South Korea
Sunscreen South Korean Brand South Korea

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.

Price

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Buy Truecica Mineral 100 Calming Suncream SPF 50+ PA++++

Starts at $1.69
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Buy Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++

Starts at $79.00

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter
Exfoliators
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin (2)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter (2)
Vitamin E
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Acne Trigger
Irritating
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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Some By Mi Truecica Mineral 100 Calming Suncream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Mixed

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.

It is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to products when applied. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

Some By Mi Truecica Mineral 100 Calming Suncream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 30.

3
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Some By Mi Truecica Mineral 100 Calming Suncream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 16.

4
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, Skin Protecting, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

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.

More about harmful reef ingredients here.

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.

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Some By Mi Truecica Mineral 100 Calming Suncream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 6.

Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Some By Mi Truecica Mineral 100 Calming Suncream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.

6
What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Some By Mi Truecica Mineral 100 Calming Suncream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 9.

Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

7
What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.

Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.

Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

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Some By Mi Truecica Mineral 100 Calming Suncream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 16.

Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 38.

8
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.

Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.

Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.

In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.

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Some By Mi Truecica Mineral 100 Calming Suncream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 22.

Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 26.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

45% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
3% have no rating yet
32% are loved or liked
21% have mixed ratings
32% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Some By Mi Truecica Mineral 100 Calming Suncream SPF 50+ PA++++ 29 ingredients

1.0 /5
from 1 review
tatobean's Avatar'
Feb 13, 2024

I have Oily-sensitive skin and prone to acne. This product when applied leave a slight white cast. It irritated my skin, causing redness and drying.

I have Oily-sensitive skin and prone to acne. This product when applied leave a slight white cast. It irritated my skin, causing redness and drying.

Drying
Broke Me Out
Doesn't Work

Benton Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++ 38 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 1 review
Rainie_531's Avatar'
Aug 27, 2023

what an ACTUAL WHITECAST
to be honest, this one is so good for oily skin in humid weather. Didn't make my skin oily at ALL and stays semmi matte all day! I love the ingredients also. This is such a good pick. The ONLY THING is the...

what an ACTUAL WHITECAST
to be honest, this one is so good for oily skin in humid weather. Didn't make my skin oily at ALL and stays semmi matte all day! I love the ingredients also. This is such a good pick. The ONLY THING is the whitecast. LITERALLY A WHITECAST. I'm aware of its whitecast before buying but confidently ignored it because i have a fair skin. Didn't expect the whitecast would still be very VISIBLE on my fair skin. This sunscreen turns me a wholea$ ghost

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