TIZO 2 Non-Tinted Facial Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 Versus Mary & May Vegan Primer Glow Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++
Updated on November 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
TIZO 2 Non-Tinted Facial Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 14 ingredients
Mary & May Vegan Primer Glow Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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TIZO 2 Non-Tinted Facial Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 14 ingredients
Mary & May Vegan Primer Glow Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Titanium Dioxide 8%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 3.8%
Cosmetic Colorant
Alumina
Abrasive
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningDimethiconol
Emollient
Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogen Dimethicone
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Titanium Dioxide 8%, Zinc Oxide 3.8%, Alumina, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone, Hydrogen Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate
Water
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Adipate
EmollientTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Propanediol
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningDiethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
Punica Granatum Extract
AstringentPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPrunus Persica Fruit Extract
Abrasive
Lycium Chinense Fruit Juice
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Fruit Juice
MaskingPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Vp/Eicosene Copolymer
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventStearic Acid
Cleansing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Alumina
Abrasive
Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentPvm/Ma Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSaccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
HumectantT-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Polyether-1
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dibutyl Adipate, Titanium Dioxide, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Methicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Punica Granatum Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Juice, Punica Granatum Fruit Juice, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Mica, Panthenol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Silica, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Methylpropanediol, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone, Trisiloxane, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Alumina, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Adenosine, Sodium Polyacrylate, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, T-Butyl Alcohol, Polyether-1, Tocopherol, Parfum, CI 77492, CI 77491
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 DioxideAlumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaDimethicone 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 DimethiconeThis ingredient is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.
Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.
This ingredient is a type of elastomer.
Learn more about Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerIngredient Ratings
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TIZO 2 Non-Tinted Facial Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 14 ingredients
Mary & May Vegan Primer Glow Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
Reviews
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TIZO 2 Non-Tinted Facial Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 14 ingredients
Primer Plus
I love that this is a primer PLUS sunscreen. My experience has been that it works well as both. It produces a nice smooth finish and seems to calm my reddish rosacea skin. I am comfortable just going as-is and skipping foundation with this on my face. I'm always a fan of multi-tasking products and this one fits the bill. Next time I may try the tinted version.
