The OMI Brotherhood Verdio UV Mild Gel N SPF 30 PA+++ Versus Nu Skin Nutricentials® Complexion Protection SPF 50
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
The OMI Brotherhood Verdio UV Mild Gel N SPF 30 PA+++ 33 ingredients
Nu Skin Nutricentials® Complexion Protection SPF 50 41 ingredients
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The OMI Brotherhood Verdio UV Mild Gel N SPF 30 PA+++ 33 ingredients
Nu Skin Nutricentials® Complexion Protection SPF 50 41 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientPEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSolanum Lycopersicum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPinus Pinaster Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningOak Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAbies Alba Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydroxyapatite
Abrasive
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrated Silica
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-10 Pentastearate
Skin Conditioning
Isohexadecane
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Stearoyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingCeteth-10
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
PEG-8 Phosphate
Skin ProtectingCitric Acid
Buffering
BHT
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Butylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Solanum Lycopersicum Seed Extract, Pinus Pinaster Leaf Extract, Oak Root Extract, Abies Alba Seed Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Hydroxyapatite, Behenyl Alcohol, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydrated Silica, Polyglyceryl-10 Pentastearate, Isohexadecane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Ceteth-10, Polysorbate 80, Sorbitan Oleate, Tocopherol, PEG-8 Phosphate, Citric Acid, BHT, Phenoxyethanol
Titanium Dioxide 2.6%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 20.3%
Cosmetic Colorant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningTrisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningMethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSodium Chloride
Masking
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningCarnosine
Skin ConditioningAcanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningRhaponticum Carthamoides Root Extract
Skin ConditioningInonotus Obliquus Extract
Skin ConditioningSelaginella Lepidophylla Extract
EmollientRhodiola Rosea Extract
EmollientCucurbita Pepo Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer
CleansingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Silica
Abrasive
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide 2.6%, Zinc Oxide 20.3%, Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Trisiloxane, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Methicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Chloride, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Carnosine, Acanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract, Rhaponticum Carthamoides Root Extract, Inonotus Obliquus Extract, Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract, Rhodiola Rosea Extract, Cucurbita Pepo Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Silica, Phenyl Trimethicone, Triethyl Citrate, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Chlorphenesin, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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 DioxideDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneAluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideTocopheryl 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 AcetateIngredient Ratings
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