Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of The Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ versus Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ .
Last updated on September 11, 2023. Published on October 10, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
The Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ 35 ingredients
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ 21 ingredients
Alcohol Free
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Fragrance Free
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
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The Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ 35 ingredients
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ 21 ingredients
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The Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ 35 ingredients
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ 21 ingredients
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Benzophenone-3 • Phospholipids • Butylene Glycol • Niacinamide • Glycerin • Oryza Sativa Starch • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Titanium Dioxide • Silica • Dimethicone • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Isopropyl Myristate • Phenoxyethanol • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Sodium Lactate • Sorbitan Stearate • Sucrose Cocoate • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract • Lens Esculenta Seed Extract • Allantoin • Propanediol • Maclura Cochinchinensis Leaf Prenylflavonoids • Tocopheryl Acetate • Hamamelis Virginiana Extract • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Gluconate
Water • Glycerin • Oryza Sativa Starch • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Isopropyl Myristate • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Niacinamide • Sodium Lactate • Sorbitan Stearate • Sucrose Cocoate • Betaine • Glyceryl Stearate • Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Gluconate • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Hyaluronate
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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 WaterThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 GlycerinThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Oryza Sativa Starch is an absorbent and used to mattify the skin. It is a natural carbohydrate and the main component of rice. A more common name for this ingredient is 'rice starch'.
Rice starch is created by steeping broken grains in a caustic soda.
Rice extract has many skin benefits. Read more about rice extract here.
Learn more about Oryza Sativa StarchThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 BenzoateThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 14.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is a fatty acid ester.
The fatty acid content of Ethylhexyl Palmitate makes it an emollient. Emollients help soften and hydrate your skin by trapping moisture within.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is also used to help improve the texture of cosmetics. It helps other ingredient dissolve in products and help disperse ingredients more evenly. In fact, it is commonly used to evenly mix sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone and ethylhexyl triazone. It can also help stabilize the fragrances in a product as a fragrance fixative.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate can be used to substitute mineral oil.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Isopropyl Myristate is an emollient, thickening agent, and texture enhancer. It is created from isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid.
It is used to help other ingredients be better absorbed. It is also an emollient and may help soften and hydrate the skin.
The comedogenic rating of this ingredient depends on the concentration. Lower amounts results in a lower rating.
Isopropyl Myristate may not be fungal acne safe. It can potentially worsen acne prone skin.
Learn more about Isopropyl MyristateThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 16.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
The Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is also an emulsifier. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
The Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Sodium Lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, an AHA. It is a humectant and used to adjust the pH of a product.
Sodium Lactate is part of our skin's NMF, or natural moisturizing factor. Our NMF is essential for the hydration of our top skin layers and plasticity of skin.
It also influences our skin's natural acid mantle and pH, which protects our skin from harmful bacteria.
Our NMF is formed from amino acids, lactic acid, sugars, minerals, peptides, and electrolytes. As we age, our NMF naturally depletes. Other sources of NMF depletion include harsh and drying ingredients such as denatured alcohol. Sodium lactate can help replenish our NMF, leading to more hydrated and plump skin.
High percentages of Sodium Lactate can have an exfoliating effect.
Sodium Lactate is produced from fermented sugar.
Learn more about Sodium LactateThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Sorbitan Stearate comes from sorbitol and stearic acid. Sorbitol is a type of sugar and stearic acid is a fatty acid.
It is used as an emulsifier and helps ingredients stay together by creating water-in-oil emulsions.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
The Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 20.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Sucrose Cocoate is created from the sucrose esters of coconut acid. Coconut acid is comprised of the fatty acids of coconut oil.
It is an emulsifier and skin conditioner.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Sucrose CocoateThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 12.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 22.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 AcetateThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 31.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 16.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 33.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
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 HydroxideThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 34.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 20.
This is the synthetic salt of gluconic acid, a form of PHA and mild exfoliant.
It is mainly used to stabilize oil and butter formulations from going bad. Sodium gluconate is a humectant, pH regulator, and chelating agent.
Chelating agents help neutralize unwanted metals from affecting the formulation.
Sodium gluconate is water-soluble.
Learn more about Sodium GluconateThe Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 35.
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 19.
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The Derma Co Pore Minimizing Priming Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ 35 ingredients
Aqualogica Radiance+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ 21 ingredients
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