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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion versus COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish .

Published on August 10, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 12 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 and scar healing

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 American Brand United States
Sunscreen American Brand United States

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 Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion

Starts at $20.49
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Starts at $45.60

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
30
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
30

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter (2)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
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Ingredients Explained

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1
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.

Learn more about Titanium Dioxide

Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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.

Learn more about Zinc Oxide

Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

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.

D5 is 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 Cyclopentasiloxane

Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 3.

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish contains this as ingredient number 6.

4
What it does: Emollient, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Isopropyl Myristate is an emollient, thickening agent, and texture enhancer. It is created from isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid.

It is used to help other ingredients be better absorbed. It is also an emollient and may help soften and hydrate the skin.

The comedogenic rating of this ingredient depends on the concentration. Lower amounts results in a lower rating.

Isopropyl Myristate may not be fungal acne safe. It can potentially worsen acne prone skin.

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Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 4.

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish contains this as ingredient number 10.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Polyamide-5.

Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 5.

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish contains this as ingredient number 14.

6
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.

Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.

Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 6.

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish contains this as ingredient number 7.

7
What it does: Gel Forming

We don't have a description for Stearalkonium Hectorite.

Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 7.

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish contains this as ingredient number 19.

8
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Polysilicone-11.

Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 8.

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish contains this as ingredient number 15.

9
What it does: Solvent

This 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.

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Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 15.

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish contains this as ingredient number 16.

10

Hydrogen Dimethicone is a type of silicone.

Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 17.

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish contains this as ingredient number 9.

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.

Learn more about Aluminum Hydroxide

Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 19.

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish contains this as ingredient number 3.

12
What it does: Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Silica Silylate is a siloxane polymer, meaning it is made up of silicon and oxygen atoms. It is not soluble in water.

This ingredient is a white powder with oil-absorbing, emollient, and anticaking properties.

Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 20.

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish contains this as ingredient number 18.

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

14% are loved or liked
24% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
29% have no rating yet
16% are loved or liked
26% have mixed ratings
37% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet

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Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion 21 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings

COOLA Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish 19 ingredients

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