What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Distearate
Emulsifying
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Silica
Abrasive
Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate
CleansingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Arginine
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Coco-Glucoside
Cleansing
O-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Phytic Acid
Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
CleansingMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Pentaerythrityl Distearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Silica, Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Chlorphenesin, Arginine, Allantoin, Coco-Glucoside, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Phytic Acid, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Maltodextrin, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Citric Acid, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Polymethyl Methacrylate
PEG-8
HumectantEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Homosalate
Skin Conditioning
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate
Silica
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Glycine Soja Protein
EmulsifyingPEG-12 Dimethicone/PPG-20 Crosspolymer
Lecithin
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Silanetriol
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Sodium Lactate
Buffering
Beta-Sitosterol
Emulsion Stabilising
Phytic Acid
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
Emulsifying
Lysolecithin
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBHT
Antioxidant
Squalene
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, PEG-8, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Caprylyl Methicone, Dimethicone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate, Silica, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Titanium Dioxide, Glycine Soja Protein, PEG-12 Dimethicone/PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja Oil, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Citric Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Silanetriol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Sodium Lactate, Beta-Sitosterol, Phytic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Beta-Carotene, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, CI 77891, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Lysolecithin, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, BHT, Squalene, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbic Acid, Potassium Sorbate
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is better known as bemotrizinol or Tinosorb S and is one of the best broad-spectrum UV filters in modern sunscreen.
It works by absorbing UV light across a whole range (280-400 nm) with peaks around 310 nm (UVB) and 340-345 nm (UVA). This means it covers UVB plus the deeper UVA wavelengths that drive photoaging and pigmentation.
Another pro?
It's exceptionally photostable, barely degrades in sunlight, and acts as a "bodyguard" for less stable filters.
That's why you'll see it paired with avobenzone or octinoxate; this team up ensures they keep working through sun exposure.
Safety reviews have been reassuring across the board. This ingredient shows low absorption through the skin, rarely irritates, and lab studies found it doesn't act like a hormone in the body (a concern that's been raised about some older sunscreen filters).
On maximum concentrations:
In 2026, the US F.D.A finally added it as an OTC sunscreen ingredient at concentrations up to 6% for adults / children 6 months and older
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidEthylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazoneEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinPhytic Acid is a gentle AHA and antioxidant. AHAs are chemical exfoliants that help remove dead skin cells. Phytic Acid has a slight and mild exfoliating effect.
The chemical makeup makes it classified as an AHA, much like lactic acid.
In some cases, it is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metals from binding to water, helping to stabilize the ingredients in a product.
An interesting fact about phytic acid is that it is considered an antinutrient. People do not have the enzyme needed to properly breakdown and digest phytic acid. When ingested, phytic acid binds to minerals and prevents them from being absorbed.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Phytic AcidSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
