Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of The Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch versus Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ .
Last updated on October 05, 2023. Published on October 03, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan sunscreens. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive 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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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 Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch 41 ingredients
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ 40 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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The Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch 41 ingredients
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ 40 ingredients
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The Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch 41 ingredients
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ 40 ingredients
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Octocrylene • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Glycerin • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Isononyl Isononanoate • Titanium Dioxide • Zinc Oxide • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Butylene Glycol • Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Saccharide Isomerate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Lecithin • Xanthan Gum • Tocopheryl Acetate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract • Hamamelis Virginiana Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • Propylene Glycol • Chlorphenesin • Pentylene Glycol • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate
Water • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Dimethicone • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Glycerin • Benzophenone-3 • Butylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Lecithin • Sodium Levulinate • Xylitol • Glucose • Propylene Glycol • Phospholipids • Ethoxydiglycol • Niacinamide • Oxothiazolidine • Anhydroxylitol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Allantoin • Glyceryl Stearate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract • Citrus Grandis Seed Extract • Palmaria Palmata Extract • Glyceryl Glucoside • Zinc Oxide • Cyclopentasiloxane • Hyaluronic Acid • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Ascorbic Acid • Solanum Lycopersicum Seed Extract • C9-12 Alkane • Hydrogen Dimethicone • Titanium Dioxide • Aluminum Hydroxide • Polyhydroxystearic Acid
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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 Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 1.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateThe Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 2.
Aqualogica Detan+ 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 Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 5.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 8.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 DioxideThe Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 14.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 38.
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 OxideThe Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 15.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 29.
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 Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 16.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.
Butylene 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.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
The Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 18.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 20.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
We don't have a description for Sodium Acrylates Copolymer.
The Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 27.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 28.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 30.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 24.
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 Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 31.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolThe Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 36.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch contains this as ingredient number 39.
Aqualogica Detan+ Dewy Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 40.
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The Purest Solutions Matte Finish Sunscreen for Oily Skin 50+ SPF Dry Touch 41 ingredients
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