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Supergoop! Glow Oil SPF 50 PA++++ Versus First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Face Moisturizer With Sunscreen SPF 30

Sunscreen
Sunscreen
American Brand United States
American Brand United States

Updated on June 19, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging and dry skin

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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About this product

About this product

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Glow Oil SPF 50 PA++++
Ultra Repair Face Moisturizer With Sunscreen SPF 30

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

UV Absorber, UV Filter

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:

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Antimicrobial, Emollient, Skin Conditioning

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.

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When to use

7 Routines
100% use in am
0% use in pm
86% use every day
13 Routines
100% use in am
0% use in pm
85% use every day

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Supergoop! Glow Oil SPF 50 PA++++ 29 ingredients

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First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Face Moisturizer With Sunscreen SPF 30 29 ingredients

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