ThinkSport Thinkbaby Sunscreen SPF 50 Versus Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+
Updated on April 23, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 4 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, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
ThinkSport Thinkbaby Sunscreen SPF 50 19 ingredients
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
About this product
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ThinkSport Thinkbaby Sunscreen SPF 50 19 ingredients
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 20%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Cetyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Hexyl Laurate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate
Magnesium Sulfate
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientHydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Flower
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Zinc Oxide 20%, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Cetyl Dimethicone, Hexyl Laurate, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate, Magnesium Sulfate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus Flower, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Hyaluronic Acid
Titanium Dioxide 4.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 6.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingIsohexadecane
EmollientButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer
HumectantCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
C30-38 Olefin/Isopropyl Maleate/Ma Copolymer
EmulsifyingSodium Chloride
Masking
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPEG-8
HumectantAlumina
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Titanium Dioxide 4.5%, Zinc Oxide 6.5%, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isohexadecane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, C30-38 Olefin/Isopropyl Maleate/Ma Copolymer, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-8, Alumina, Glycerin, Sodium Citrate, Tocopheryl Acetate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 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 OxideWater. 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 WaterThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
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 TriglycerideGlycerin 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 GlycerinIngredient Ratings
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ThinkSport Thinkbaby Sunscreen SPF 50 19 ingredients
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
Reviews
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ThinkSport Thinkbaby Sunscreen SPF 50 19 ingredients
Good sunscreen, very thick and turns you white, I use on my face and it does make you shiny and if you sue a lot it feels thick but doesn’t cause breakouts, I am very pale and it still gives me a white cast but a thinner layer works fine.
Banana Boat Baby 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
Really wanted to like this
I have been looking for a mineral sunscreen that is tear free and came across this because it was also fungal acne safe. After using it a few times, I have a couple of things to say:
• I have light olive skin & this leaves a white cast!
• It is very hard to rub in
I will try again and see if there’s anything I can do to make it easier to wear. But for now I dont Show more
HG, for now.
F**king sunscreen, man. It can be a battle for those of us with sensitive, clog-prone, acneic skin. This tube is one of the most soothing & gentle formulas I've ever used. Mineral, with Caprylic Acid and a little bit of glycerin. Doesn't break me out. It's a basic formula and probably only suitable for lighter skin or those who don't mind a white-cast. I'm white/fair and I find it Show more
