Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ versus Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ .
Published on November 02, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols
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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
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ 18 ingredients
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ 25 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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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 🎉
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 🎉
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
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 🎉
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Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ 18 ingredients
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ 25 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ 18 ingredients
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ 25 ingredients
Water • Octocrylene • Alcohol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Glycerin • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid • Acrylates Copolymer • Xanthan Gum • Tocopheryl Acetate • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Sodium Hydroxide • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Galactoarabinan • Disodium EDTA • Cellulose Gum
Water • Alcohol Denat. • Dibutyl Adipate • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Glycerin • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone • Propylheptyl Caprylate • Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Triacontanyl Pvp • Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Acrylates Copolymer • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Hydroxide • Galactoarabinan • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Cellulose Gum • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Citric Acid • Tocopherol
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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 MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 1.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateSundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinSundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 5.
This ingredient is more commonly known as Ensulizole, a chemical sunscreen ingredient.
Ensulizole mainly protects UV-B (290-340 nm) but offers a little UV-A (320-400 nm) protection. It is often paired with less photo-stable sunscreen ingredients due to its photo-stability.
Due to it being water-soluble, Ensulizole helps give sunscreens a light and non-oily texture.
Ensulizole is approved worldwide:
Learn more about Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic AcidSundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Acrylates Copolymer is used as a film-forming agent and texture enhancer.
After applied, Acrylates Copolymer forms a thin film cover that helps skin feel more soft. It can help sunscreens become more water-resistant.
It is also used to make a product more thick.
Learn more about Acrylates CopolymerSundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateSundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 12.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 18.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolSundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 14.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 17.
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.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 16.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 21.
We don't have a description for Galactoarabinan.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTASundance MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 18.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 MED Ultra Sensitiv Kids Sun Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Sundance MED Ultra Sensitiv fluid SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 22.
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