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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess versus Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair .

Last updated on January 26, 2024. Published on February 06, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain silicones and sulfates

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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

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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
40
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
25

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (2)
Mineral UV Filter (2)
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (2)
Mineral UV Filter (2)
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Titanium Dioxide • Zinc Oxide • Water • Cyclomethicone • Dipropylene Glycol • Glycerin • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Methyl Trimethicone • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Dimethicone • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Magnesium Sulfate • Vinyl Dimethicone • Centella Asiatica Extract • Mel • Talc • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Trihydroxystearin • Butylene Glycol • Mica • Aluminum Hydroxide • Palmitic Acid • Stearic Acid • Polyester-1 • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Methicone • Tocopherol • Parfum • Hexyl Cinnamal • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Linalool • Citronellol • Geraniol • Eugenol • Limonene • CI 77492 • CI 77491 • CI 77499

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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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Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 1.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Mixed

Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.

Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.

With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.

Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.

Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.

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Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 3.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ethylhexyl 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.

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Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 4.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 6.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 11.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 14.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 12.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.

According to the manufacturer, acidic formulations decrease the stability of this ingredient. It works best in neutral or near neutral formulations.

Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 15.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 9.

8
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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Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 16.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.

In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.

You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.

One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.

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Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 17.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 14.

10
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 18.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 20.

11
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Disliked

Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.

As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.

According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.

In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.

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Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 22.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 25.

12
What it does: Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 24.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 13.

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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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Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 26.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 27.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 27.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.

Learn more about CI 77491

Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 32.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 42.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 33.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 43.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.

Learn more about CI 77492

Somethinc Copy Paste Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ Goddess contains this as ingredient number 35.

Erborian CC Cream SPF 25 Clair contains this as ingredient number 41.

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25% have mixed ratings
56% are disliked or very disliked
3% have no rating yet
14% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
60% are disliked or very disliked
12% have no rating yet

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