Supergoop! Play 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50 With Green Algae Versus COOLA Mineral Body Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 Fragrance Free
Updated on June 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Supergoop! Play 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50 With Green Algae 37 ingredients
COOLA Mineral Body Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 Fragrance Free 44 ingredients
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Supergoop! Play 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50 With Green Algae 37 ingredients
COOLA Mineral Body Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 Fragrance Free 44 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Titanium Dioxide 2.3%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 17.9%
Cosmetic Colorant
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientArachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingAstrocaryum Vulgare Kernel Oil
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Bisabolol
Masking
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
C13-14 Alkane
SolventCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCapryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingDiheptyl Succinate
EmollientErythritol
HumectantEthyl Ferulate
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract
Antioxidant
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Lauryl Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Dihydroabietate
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientPolyester-7
Skin ConditioningPolyester-8
Skin Conditioning
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Propanediol
SolventSea Water
HumectantSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide 2.3%, Zinc Oxide 17.9%, Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Astrocaryum Vulgare Kernel Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, Bisabolol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C13-14 Alkane, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Cellulose Gum, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Coco-Glucoside, Diheptyl Succinate, Erythritol, Ethyl Ferulate, Glycerin, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Jojoba Esters, Lauryl Laurate, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Polyester-7, Polyester-8, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Propanediol, Sea Water, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Tocopherol, Water
Zinc Oxide 7%
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide 3.2%
Cosmetic Colorant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
Masking
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientArachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Benzyl Acetate
Masking
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
C30-38 Olefin/Isopropyl Maleate/Ma Copolymer
EmulsifyingCamelina Sativa Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCarthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningEvernia Prunastri Extract
Perfuming
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin ProtectingLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Sulfate
Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Anthranilate
MaskingNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientOpuntia Tuna Flower/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Tristearate
EmulsifyingStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl/Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Zinc Oxide 7%, Titanium Dioxide 3.2%, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Benzyl Acetate, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C30-38 Olefin/Isopropyl Maleate/Ma Copolymer, Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Cetyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Extract, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Evernia Prunastri Extract, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Magnesium Sulfate, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Methyl Anthranilate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Opuntia Tuna Flower/Stem Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Polysorbate 60, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Silica, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Sorbitan Tristearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Stearyl/Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Triethyl Citrate, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 DioxideZinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxideArachidyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol made from peanut oil. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and thickener.
You'll most likely find this ingredient as an emulsifier in water-based cosmetics.
We don't have a description for Arachidyl Glucoside yet.
A type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as traditional alcohols.
Emollients help keep your skin soft and hydrated by creating a film that traps moisture in.
Behenyl Alcohol is usually derived from the fats in vegetable oils.
In 2000, Behenyl Alcohol was approved by the US as medicine to reduce the duration of cold sores.
Learn more about Behenyl AlcoholButyloctyl Salicylate is similar to octisalate. It a photostabilizer, SPF booster, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
Due to regulation loopholes, this ingredient is not required to be labeled as an active chemical filter like other UV ingredients. This is why you'll likely find this ingredient in mineral sunscreens from the US.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholGlycerin 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 GlycerinWe don't have a description for Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate yet.
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.
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