Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Tower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen 30 PCH versus EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 .
Last updated on August 14, 2023. Published on September 01, 2023
Overview
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, oils, parabens or silicones
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BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizer
A liquid, cream, or powder to help give light coverage in creating an even complexion.
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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Tower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen 30 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 31 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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Paraben Free
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 31 ingredients
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Tower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen 30 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 31 ingredients
Zinc Oxide 12.6% • Water • Isononyl Isononanoate • C9-12 Alkane • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Mica • Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate • Sodium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Isostearic Acid • Lecithin • Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate • Jojoba Esters • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Phytate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water • Centella Asiatica Extract • Opuntia Tuna Fruit • Salvia Officinalis Extract • Silicon/Titanium/Cerium/Iron Oxides • CI 77891
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Niacinamide • Isopropyl Myristate • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate • Ethyl Macadamiate • Mica • Glycerin • Propanediol • Cetearyl Nonanoate • Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer • Undecane • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Tridecane • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Phenoxyethanol • Octyldodecyl Oleate • Sodium Chloride • Magnesium Sulfate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Isostearic Acid • Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract • Xanthan Gum • Bisabolol • Silica • Sodium Hyaluronate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Lactic Acid • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Ergothioneine • CI 77492
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
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 TriglycerideTower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen 30 PCH contains this as ingredient number 7.
EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 GlycerinTower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen 30 PCH contains this as ingredient number 8.
EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaTower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen 30 PCH contains this as ingredient number 11.
EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideTower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen 30 PCH contains this as ingredient number 13.
EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 contains this as ingredient number 18.
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.
Tower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen 30 PCH contains this as ingredient number 14.
EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteTower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen 30 PCH contains this as ingredient number 15.
EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 contains this as ingredient number 15.
This ingredient is an emulsifier. It is created from Polyglycerin-3 and Ricinoleic Acid.
As an emulsifier, it prevents waters and oils from separating. According to a manufacturer this ingredient is fully biodegradable.
This ingredient may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis due to its Ricinoleic Acid base. Ricinoleic Acid is a fatty acid derived from castor oil.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleateTower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen 30 PCH contains this as ingredient number 16.
EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is created from fatty coconut alcohol, caprylic acid, and capric acid.
It is a lightweight emollient. Emollients create a thin barrier on the skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Once applied, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is absorbed quickly and leaves a silky feel.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/CaprateTower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen 30 PCH contains this as ingredient number 18.
EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Isostearic acid is a saturated fatty acid. Its structure makes it a great surfactant.
Surfactants help decrease the surface tension between two liquids. This property also makes it an effective emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent waters and oils from separating in a product.
Isostearic Acid is created from oleic acid.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Isostearic AcidTower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen 30 PCH contains this as ingredient number 19.
EltaMD, Inc UV Glow Tinted Broad-Spectrum Facial Sunscreen SPF 36 contains this as ingredient number 21.
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