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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 versus Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free .
Last updated on August 15, 2023. Published on August 22, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe sunscreens. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or 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
Sundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 24 ingredients
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free 26 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Sundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 24 ingredients
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free 26 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Sundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 24 ingredients
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free 26 ingredients
Water • Dibutyl Adipate • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Glycerin • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid • Propylheptyl Caprylate • Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Triacontanyl Pvp • Tocopheryl Acetate • Caprylyl Glycol • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Sodium Hydroxide • Acrylates Copolymer • Disodium EDTA • Galactoarabinan • Cellulose Gum • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Citric Acid • Tocopherol
Water • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Homosalate • Diisopropyl Sebacate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Dibutyl Adipate • Propanediol • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Methylpropanediol • Microcrystalline Cellulose • C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate • C20-22 Alcohols • C14-22 Alcohols • Capryloyl Glycine • Sodium Citrate • Cellulose Gum • Citric Acid • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • Ectoin • Mannitol • Xylitol • Sodium Hydroxide • Rhamnose • Fructooligosaccharides • Caprylic Acid
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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.
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 WaterSundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dibutyl Adipate is an emollient and solvent. It is created from butyl alcohol and adipic acid.
As a solvent, Dibutyl Adipate helps mix and disperse ingredients evenly.
Dibutyl Adipate is soluble in water and organic solvents. It does not absorb UV rays.
Learn more about Dibutyl AdipateSundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free contains this as ingredient number 6.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UVA absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm) and photostability.
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%.
UV absorbers are an agent that absorbs UV rays. They protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UV rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation from the sun. Other sources include tanning beds and welding torches. Radiation is the emission of energy. UV Rays are divided into 3 groups. UVA (320-400 nm) contains the least amount of energy. They are linked to long term skin damage such as wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA in skin cells. UVB causes sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer. UVC (200-280 nm) contains the highest amount of energy. Our ozone blocks UVC. UVC can also originate from welding torches, mercury lamps, and sanitizing bulbs.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateSundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 SalicylateSundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free contains this as ingredient number 8.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazoneSundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free contains this as ingredient number 9.
You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.
Bemotrizinol has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. Skin exposed to UV causes free-radical molecules to form. This ingredient works by preventing the UV from reaching your skin.
It is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.
Bemotrizinol is not approved in the US but is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia.
In fact, it is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted by in the EU.
It is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineSundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free contains this as ingredient number 5.
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.
Sundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free contains this as ingredient number 11.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideSundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 GumSundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free contains this as ingredient number 17.
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 AcidSundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 contains this as ingredient number 23.
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free contains this as ingredient number 18.
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Sundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 24 ingredients
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free 26 ingredients
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Sundance Kids MED Ultra Sensitive Sunspray SPF50 24 ingredients
Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Spray, Fragrance-free 26 ingredients
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