Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist versus The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow-Protect Lotion SPF30 .
Published on October 19, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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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.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist 9 ingredients
The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow-Protect Lotion SPF30 35 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
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
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
At a glance
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Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist 9 ingredients
The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow-Protect Lotion SPF30 35 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist 9 ingredients
The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow-Protect Lotion SPF30 35 ingredients
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Isododecane • Octocrylene • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate • Arachidyl Alcohol • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Caprylyl Glycol • Behenyl Alcohol • Peg-100 Stearate • Arachidyl Glucoside • Cetyl Alcohol • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Phenoxyethanol • Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer • Parfum • Xanthan Gum • Polyisobutene • Dimethicone • Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract • Sorbic Acid • Disodium EDTA • Linalool • Limonene • Polysorbate 20 • Sorbitan Isostearate • Benzyl Benzoate • Citral • Potassium Sorbate • Hexyl Cinnamal • Citronellol
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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 MethoxydibenzoylmethaneSun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist contains this as ingredient number 1.
The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow-Protect Lotion SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 SalicylateSun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist contains this as ingredient number 3.
The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow-Protect Lotion SPF30 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 OctocryleneSun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist contains this as ingredient number 4.
The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow-Protect Lotion SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. 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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumSun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist contains this as ingredient number 7.
The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow-Protect Lotion SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 20.
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Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist 9 ingredients
The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow-Protect Lotion SPF30 35 ingredients
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Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist 9 ingredients
The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow-Protect Lotion SPF30 35 ingredients
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