Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Tarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen Light-Medium versus Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 .
Last updated on October 15, 2023. Published on January 12, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Sunscreen
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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.
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Ingredient Info
Tarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen 17 ingredients
Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 18 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Tarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen 17 ingredients
Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 18 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Tarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen 17 ingredients
Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 18 ingredients
Titanium Dioxide • Zinc Oxide • Cyclopentasiloxane • Isododecane • Mica • Polysilicone-11 • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Hexyl Laurate • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Stearic Acid • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Alumina • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline • Diamond Powder • CI 77492
Titanium Dioxide • Vanillin • Zinc Oxide • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Silica • Jojoba Esters • Caprylyl Glycol • Alumina • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Hexylene Glycol • Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract • Aluminum Dimyristate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Mica • CI 77492
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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 DioxideTarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen Light-Medium contains this as ingredient number 1.
Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Zinc 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 can be harmful to coral reefs.
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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 OxideTarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen Light-Medium contains this as ingredient number 2.
Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaTarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen Light-Medium contains this as ingredient number 5.
Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneTarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen Light-Medium contains this as ingredient number 7.
Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaTarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen Light-Medium contains this as ingredient number 13.
Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneTarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen Light-Medium contains this as ingredient number 14.
Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Tarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen Light-Medium contains this as ingredient number 17.
Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.
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Tarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen 17 ingredients
Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 18 ingredients
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Tarte BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen 17 ingredients
Tarte SEA Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30 18 ingredients
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