TIZO Facial Primer Tinted SPF 40 PA+++ Versus Lightsaver Activated Mineral Sunscreen SPF 33 - Tinted
Updated on November 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, reducing pores and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
TIZO Facial Primer Tinted SPF 40 PA+++ 15 ingredients
Lightsaver Activated Mineral Sunscreen SPF 33 37 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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TIZO Facial Primer Tinted SPF 40 PA+++ 15 ingredients
Lightsaver Activated Mineral Sunscreen SPF 33 37 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Titanium Dioxide 8%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Alumina
Abrasive
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningDimethiconol
Emollient
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantLauryl 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, Alumina, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, CI 77491, Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone, Hydrogen Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate
Zinc Oxide 14.2%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventSqualane
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycol Stearate
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Lecithin
EmollientIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Isohexadecane
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Plankton Extract
Skin ConditioningAlumina
Abrasive
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Silica
Abrasive
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Zinc Oxide 14.2%, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Squalane, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycol Stearate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Lecithin, Isostearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract, Isohexadecane, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 80, Sorbitan Oleate, Phenoxyethanol, Jojoba Esters, Citric Acid, Gluconolactone, Plankton Extract, Alumina, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Silica, Calcium Gluconate, CI 77891, Iron Oxides
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 OxideAlumina 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 AluminaIngredient Ratings
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TIZO Facial Primer Tinted SPF 40 PA+++ 15 ingredients
Lightsaver Activated Mineral Sunscreen SPF 33 37 ingredients
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TIZO Facial Primer Tinted SPF 40 PA+++ 15 ingredients
I really like the texture of this SPF and the finish makes my pores look much less noticeable. This one is a bit drier than the AM moisturizing version (which I prefer). I do like that it's more tinted than the AM moisturizing version, but the tint is too orange for me and they don't make other colors. I haven't had great success using it as a primer. I have a dedicated primer that I prefer. So I Show more
