The Pastels Shop Matte Relief Physical Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ Versus Foodaholic SUN Multi Sun Cream SPF50 and PA+++
Updated on February 06, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or common allergens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
The Pastels Shop Matte Relief Physical Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ 33 ingredients
Foodaholic SUN Multi Sun Cream SPF50 and PA+++ 24 ingredients
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The Pastels Shop Matte Relief Physical Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ 33 ingredients
Foodaholic SUN Multi Sun Cream SPF50 and PA+++ 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Glycerin
Humectant
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Punica Granatum Extract
AstringentTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Pentaoleate
Emulsifying
Magnesium Sulfate
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Inulin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Squalane
Emollient
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
PEG-10 Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
StabilisingPolyacrylamide
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingAlpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Glycerin, Isononyl Isononanoate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Punica Granatum Extract, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Niacinamide, Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, Polyglyceryl-6 Pentaoleate, Magnesium Sulfate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Inulin, Phenoxyethanol, Squalane, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, PEG-10 Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Cobalt Titanium Oxide
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone/Methicone Copolymer
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor
UV Absorber
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Isododecane
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPropylene Carbonate
SolventDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningArbutin
Antioxidant
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Methyl Dihydroxybenzoate
Propylparaben
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cobalt Titanium Oxide, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone, Zinc Oxide, Dimethicone/Methicone Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Isododecane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Arbutin, Ozokerite, Magnesium Sulfate, Methyl Dihydroxybenzoate, Propylparaben, Disodium EDTA, Parfum
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 WaterZinc 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 OxideButylene 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.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateDimethicone 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 DimethiconeAluminum 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 HydroxideStearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidMagnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.
In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.
You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.
One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.
Learn more about Magnesium SulfateIngredient Ratings
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The Pastels Shop Matte Relief Physical Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ 33 ingredients
Foodaholic SUN Multi Sun Cream SPF50 and PA+++ 24 ingredients
Reviews
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The Pastels Shop Matte Relief Physical Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ 33 ingredients
Foodaholic SUN Multi Sun Cream SPF50 and PA+++ 24 ingredients
My mum bought this. Very oily, has a strong fragrance. Doesn’t leave a white cast. Feels like it stays on the surface and doesn’t soak in properly so it left my face looking very oily, broke me out and caused my almost clear face to have zits again. Was quite unhappy as I had put oxy5 and tried cleansing with head and shoulders to solve my pimple problem. I suppose it’s fine for peeps with dry Show more
I would say this is pretty good, and the pricepoint is very nice. Sits well on skin, can work under makeup, looks natural, but it does lighten skin a little bit and makes it slightly oily throughout the day.
