Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Supergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise versus Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 .
Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on June 25, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 10 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, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain 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.
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Ingredient Info
Supergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise 40 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 57 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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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
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
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- Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Coconut Alkanes
- Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil
- Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
- Oenothera Biennis Oil
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
- Peg-60 Almond Glycerides
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- Polysorbate 60
- Stearic Acid
- Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
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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Supergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise 40 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 57 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Supergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise 40 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 57 ingredients
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 10% • Water • Propanediol • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Glycerin • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Niacinamide • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Mica • Titanium Dioxide • Lauryl Lactate • Isododecane • Isodecyl Neopentanoate • Glyceryl Stearate • Diisopropyl Sebacate • Cetyl Phosphate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Coco-Caprylate • Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate • Butylene Glycol • Arginine • Hydroxyacetophenone • Caprylyl Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • CI 77492 • Sodium Hyaluronate • Chlorphenesin • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Phospholipids • Limonium Gerberi Extract • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract • Calcium Pantothenate • Tocopherol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Ferulic Acid
Titanium Dioxide • Zinc Oxide • Acrylates/Carbamate Copolymer • Aluminum Hydroxide • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Benzyl Alcohol • BHA • Bis-Ethylhexyl Hydroxydimethoxy Benzylmalonate • Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract • Butylene Glycol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Caprylyl Glycol • Carbomer • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Citric Acid • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Coconut Alkanes • Disodium EDTA • Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil • Glycerin • Glycolic Acid • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin • Isohexadecane • Isononyl Isononanoate • Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Melatonin • Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid • Oenothera Biennis Oil • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Oleanolic Acid • Oryza Sativa Extract • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 • Peg-60 Almond Glycerides • Pentylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Phospholipids • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Polysorbate 60 • Potassium Sorbate • Propanediol • Saccharide Isomerate • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium PCA • Sphingolipids • Stearic Acid • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Tocopherol • Water • Xanthan Gum • Zinc PCA
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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 WaterSupergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise contains this as ingredient number 4.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 55.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSupergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise contains this as ingredient number 5.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 45.
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 GlycerinSupergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise contains this as ingredient number 7.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 BenzoateSupergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise contains this as ingredient number 8.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideSupergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise contains this as ingredient number 13.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Supergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise contains this as ingredient number 23.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 GlycolSupergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise contains this as ingredient number 26.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 HyaluronateSupergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise contains this as ingredient number 29.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 49.
Phospholipids are naturally found in our skin as they are the main component of cell membranes. Phospholipids have humectant, emollient, antioxidant properties.
The phospholipids in our skin can be naturally depleted. Replenishing the phospholipids in our skin can help hydrate your skin. Due to their hygroscopic nature, they act as humectants and emollients. Humectants draw moisture from the air to your skin, while emollients help trap moisture in. This ingredient is non-occlusive.
Studies show phospholipids display antioxidant activity and may help with reducing the signs of aging.
Phospholipids are complex lipids that contain glycerin, two fatty acids, and a phosphate group. Some foods that contain phospholipids include soybeans and milk. The phospholipids found in soy come from Lecithin. This ingredient can also be synthetically created.
Some types of phospholipids:
Learn more about PhospholipidsSupergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise contains this as ingredient number 33.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 41.
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 TocopherolSupergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise contains this as ingredient number 38.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 54.
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Supergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise 40 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 57 ingredients
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Lapaki
Good sunscreen but leaves my skin looking greasy
All in all it is a good sunscreen with dewy finish, but from my experience, it left my skin...
Good sunscreen but leaves my skin looking greasy
All in all it is a good sunscreen with dewy finish, but from my experience, it left my skin looking rather greasy than just glowing most of the days. Occasionally it would look fine, but still very shiny. Unfortunately also a slight stinging in the eyes. Probably wont buy again, not sure if I even manage to finish the tube. But what doesn't work for my skin, might work for others since this is such a hyped sunscreen, that seems to work well for so many people.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 57 ingredients
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