Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 versus Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen .
Published on October 05, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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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.
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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Ingredient Info
Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 15 ingredients
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen 24 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 15 ingredients
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen 24 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 15 ingredients
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen 24 ingredients
Homosalate 12% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl Ppg-20 Crosspolymer • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate • Polyester-7 • Isohexadecane • Jojoba Esters • Silica • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Tocopherol
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 6% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 6% • Isododecane • Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl Ppg-20 Crosspolymer • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Polyester-7 • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Isohexadecane • Meadowfoam Estolide • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Jojoba Esters • Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate • Caprylyl Glycol • Himanthalia Elongata Extract • Laminaria Hyperborea Extract • Tocopherol • Actinidia Chinensis Seed Oil
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Ingredients Explained
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Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateTrader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 2.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateTrader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.
Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 7.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneTrader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 8.
We don't have a description for Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl Ppg-20 Crosspolymer.
Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 6.
We don't have a description for Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate.
Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 15.
We don't have a description for Polyester-7.
Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 11.
Isohexadecane is added to enhance texture, emulsify, and to help cleanse. It is an isoparrafin. It is a component of petrolatum.
Due to its large size, Isohexadecane is not absorbed by the skin. Instead, it sits on top and acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by trapping moisture within.
Isohexadecane is often used in products designed to help oily skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy while helping to moisturize. When mixed with silicones, it gives a product a silky feel.
Learn more about IsohexadecaneTrader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 13.
Jojoba Esters is a wax created from Jojoba oil. It is an emollient and film-forming ingredient. In bead form, it is an exfoliator.
This ingredient has high oxidative stability, meaning it doesn't break down when exposed to oxygen.
Its similarity to our skin's natural oils makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soften and soothe our skin by creating a barrier on top. This barrier helps trap moisture in, keeping skin hydrated.
It is created using either the hydrogenation or transesterification processes on jojoba oil.
Learn more about Jojoba EstersTrader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 18.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterTrader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 17.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate comes from carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol. It is an emollient and gives skin a velvet feel. The sources of Dicaprylyl Carbonate may be synthetic or from animals.
As an emollient, Dicaprylyl Carbonate creates a film on the skin. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 TriglycerideTrader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 9.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolTrader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 23.
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Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 15 ingredients
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen 24 ingredients
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Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 15 ingredients
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Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 15 ingredients
DamDamfino
Woooooow - is this even a sunscreen??
I picked this up thinking it was the old TJ sunscreen people liked, not knowing it was this new texture...
Woooooow - is this even a sunscreen??
I picked this up thinking it was the old TJ sunscreen people liked, not knowing it was this new texture and formula.
I'm poor so I haven't tried the higher end sunscreens like SuperGoop, so this is the first sunscreen I've ever used like this!
If you've ever used the Monistat Anti-Chafing Gel as a makeup primer hack (it's basically just a clear silicone gel, cheaper than buying actual silicone primers) - this feels EXACTLY like that! Which I like! Because that means this sunscreen feels and works just like my favorite pore-filling makeup primer.
It goes on completely clear, doesn't make your face oily or shiny like other clear chemical sunscreens. Minimal to no smell. No alcohol burn. The only downside I could see is not being able to visually see where you've applied it, but the slippy texture should tell you if you've applied it there or not.
Since it feels just like a silicone primer, it slips around like a silicone primer too. I could see this being very easily wiped off throughout the day. It does leave a layer you can feel on the skin, but to me it just felt like your usual makeup layer does.
I used my espoir Be Velvet cushion compact over it, and it did look a *little* cakey and dry. (Be Velvet is a matte formula, I didn't use moisturizer before sunscreen, and it's winter so YMMV!)
After using this regularly during the summer I'll come back to decide if it's acne safe for me or not and adjust my rating.
Edit: Wore a nickle sized amount (directions call for dime size) on a clean and moisturized face with nothing applied over it for a 30 minute walk with my dog, and I got a little sunburned. Disappointing. It was a 75F degree day, UV Index of 7, around 1pm and I wore a hoodie over my neck and sunglasses, and my cheeks and nose are burned. I don't use AHA, retinols, or niacinamide currently - I'm just very pale and very sensitive to UV (Fitz I) that I burn within 30 minutes.
So, first wear out in early spring and it's looking like it doesn't even work as SPF. Booooo.
PallasCat_310
Could not get over the sensation
I have mixed feeling about this one but ultimately it's a no go. I liked it applies matte and does not make my...
Could not get over the sensation
I have mixed feeling about this one but ultimately it's a no go. I liked it applies matte and does not make my already oily skin look shiny. However when applying the correct amount for SPF coverage it's very slippery and does not absorb. I can feel it on my skin all day, just a film of sunscreen, which is technically what it's supposed to do but the sensation was too heavy. I have the same problem with Supergoop Unseen sunscreen which this one is supposed to be a dupe of.
Kylie Skin Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Face Sunscreen 24 ingredients
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