Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 versus Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 .
Published on May 25, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 24 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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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.
Ingredient Info
Sun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 27 ingredients
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 33 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Sun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 27 ingredients
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 33 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Sun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 27 ingredients
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 33 ingredients
Zinc Oxide 20% • Water • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Diheptyl Succinate • Methyl Dihydroabietate • Butyrospermum Parkii Oil • Parfum • Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter • Coco-Glucoside • Tocopherol • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Cellulose Gum • Bisabolol • Cetyl Alcohol • Arachidyl Alcohol • Behenyl Alcohol • Arachidyl Glucoside • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Gluconate • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Citric Acid
Zinc Oxide 19.6% • Water • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Diheptyl Succinate • Methyl Dihydroabietate • Butyrospermum Parkii Oil • Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter • Sodium Hyaluronate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Salvia Officinalis Oil • Glycerin • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Withania Somnifera Root Extract • Tocopherol • Bisabolol • Cetyl Alcohol • Sodium Gluconate • Citric Acid • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Cellulose Gum • Caprylyl Glycol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Coco-Glucoside • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Arachidyl Alcohol • Arachidyl Glucoside • Behenyl Alcohol • Polyhydroxystearic Acid
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Ingredients Explained
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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 OxideSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 WaterSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Cocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about Cocos Nucifera OilSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is a photostabilizer, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
We don't have a description for Diheptyl Succinate.
Sun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Methyl Dihydroabietate.
Sun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Butyrospermum Parkii Oil is oil from the shea tree.
Butyrospermum Parkii Oil has emollient properties. When applied, it creates a thin film to trap moisture within. This helps keep your skin smooth and hydrated. As an emollient, this ingredient may help soothe dry skin.
Sun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 7.
We don't have a description for Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer.
Sun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is an emulsifier and helps condition the skin. It is amino acid-based.
In higher amounts, it may act as a cleansing agent.
Sun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 10.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 29.
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 AlcoholSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 27.
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter comes from the Theobroma cacoa, or Cacao tree. Cacao trees are native to tropical landscapes.
Like other plant butters, Cacao seed butter is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. By creating a barrier to trap moisture in, emollients help keep your skin hydrated.
Cacao seed butter contains antioxidants known as polyphenols. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules by stabilizing them. Unstable free-radicals may cause damage to your skin cells. Antioxidants may help with anti-aging.
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter can be bad for acne prone skin.
Learn more about Theobroma Cacao Seed ButterSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 10.
Coco-Glucoside is a surfactant, or a cleansing ingredient. It is made from glucose and coconut oil.
Surfactants help gather dirt, oil, and other pollutants from your skin to be rinsed away. Coco-Glucoside is considered gentle and non-comedogenic.
This ingredient is a known skin-irritant.
Learn more about Coco-GlucosideSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 28.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Microcrystalline Cellulose is another name for refined wood pulp. It is used as an emulsifier and mattifying ingredient. As an emulsifier, it helps keep ingredients together.
Sun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Cellulose Gum is a water-soluble polymer that comes from cellulose. It is used to change the texture of a product and to help stabilize emulsions.
As an emulsifier, cellulose gum specifically thicken the texture of water-based products.
This ingredient is considered hypoallergenic and non-toxic. Cellulose Gum can be found in cosmetics, food, and other household goods such as paper products.
Learn more about Cellulose GumSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Bisabolol is pimarily used to add fragrance to a product. However, it is also famous for helping soothe skin.
Bisabolol comes from German chamomile essential oil. Synthetic Bisabolol has been shown to be less effective.
Bisabolol helps soothe skin. It does this by blocking the inflammatory signals, helping to reduce your body's reaction to irritation.
Bisabolol also interferes with the process of hyperpigmentation. This can help with reducing dark spots and uneven tone.
Bisabolol is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. By fighting these free-radicals, Bisabolol may slow down signs of aging.
Studies have shown Bisabolol to have antimicrobial properties and may be a fungicide. These properties help preserve a product's shelf life.
Bisabolol also helps the absorption of other ingredients.
Learn more about BisabololSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Its main roles are:
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 21.
We don't have a description for Arachidyl Alcohol.
Sun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 30.
A type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as traditional alcohols.
Emollients help keep your skin soft and hydrated by creating a film that traps moisture in.
Behenyl Alcohol is usually derived from the fats in vegetable oils.
In 2000, Behenyl Alcohol was approved by the US as medicine to reduce the duration of cold sores.
Learn more about Behenyl AlcoholSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 32.
We don't have a description for Arachidyl Glucoside.
Sun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 31.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 22.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 33.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 23.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 11.
This is the synthetic salt of gluconic acid, a form of PHA and mild exfoliant.
It is mainly used to stabilize oil and butter formulations from going bad. Sodium gluconate is a humectant, pH regulator, and chelating agent.
Chelating agents help neutralize unwanted metals from affecting the formulation.
Sodium gluconate is water-soluble.
Learn more about Sodium GluconateSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 22.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidSun Bum Mineral - SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 27.
Salt & Stone Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 23.
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