Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of The Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 versus REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 .
Published on January 04, 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 SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones 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
The Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 20 ingredients
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 44 ingredients
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 🎉
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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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The Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 20 ingredients
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 44 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
The Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 20 ingredients
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 44 ingredients
Zinc Oxide 8% • Titanium Dioxide 8% • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Pongamia Glabra Seed Oil • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Jojoba Esters • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • Beeswax • Isostearic Acid • Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters • Trihydroxystearin • Water • Alumina • Beta-Sitosterol • Lecithin • Squalene • Tocopherol
Water • Zinc Oxide • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Glycerin • Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate • Propanediol • Arachidyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Coco-Glucoside • Oryza Sativa Starch • Pongamia Glabra Seed Oil • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Behenyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol • Arachidyl Glucoside • Isostearic Acid • Lecithin • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glyceryl Oleate • Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil • Xanthan Gum • Cellulose Gum • Sodium Chloride • Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil • Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil • Cinnamomum Camphora Linalooliferum Leaf Oil • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Glucose • Parfum • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Tocopherol • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate • Citric Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Citronellol • Geraniol • Limonene • Linalool
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Ingredients Explained
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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.
More about harmful reef ingredients here.
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 OxideThe Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 1.
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilThe Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 3.
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 35.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
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 TriglycerideThe Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 6.
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Pongamia Glabra Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed from seeds of of Pongamia glabra, Fabaceae
Pongamia glabra is a member of the pea family and it most commonly known as Indian Beech. The species is native to Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, and Australia.
The Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 7.
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidThe Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 8.
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 20.
This ingredient is an emulsifier. It is created from Polyglycerin-3 and Ricinoleic Acid.
As an emulsifier, it prevents waters and oils from separating. According to a manufacturer this ingredient is fully biodegradable.
This ingredient may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis due to its Ricinoleic Acid base. Ricinoleic Acid is a fatty acid derived from castor oil.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleateThe Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 10.
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Isostearic acid is a saturated fatty acid. Its structure makes it a great surfactant.
Surfactants help decrease the surface tension between two liquids. This property also makes it an effective emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent waters and oils from separating in a product.
Isostearic Acid is created from oleic acid.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Isostearic AcidThe Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 12.
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 17.
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 Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 15.
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.
Lecithin is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.
As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin. The phospholipids in Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.
Learn more about LecithinThe Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 18.
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 18.
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 TocopherolThe Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 20.
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 36.
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The Green Beaver Company Natural Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 20 ingredients
REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30 44 ingredients
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