Ultra Violette Future Mineral Skinscreen SPF 50 Versus Hyper Skin Hyper Daily Invisible For All SPF 50 Sun Drops
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Diisopropyl Adipate
EmollientCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialGlyceryl Oleate Citrate
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Decyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
Absorbent
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantLactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Zinc Oxide, Diisopropyl Adipate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glyceryl Oleate Citrate, Propanediol, Decyl Glucoside, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Squalane, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Saccharide Isomerate, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77492, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, CI 77491, CI 77499, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 7%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 5%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Diethylhexyl Carbonate
EmollientEthylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Sodium Chloride
MaskingPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Extract
Perfuming
Solidago Virgaurea Extract
Skin ConditioningDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSclareolide
Masking
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingBisabolol
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAgave Tequilana Leaf Extract
AstringentCereus Grandiflorus Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningZingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Homosalate 7%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Octocrylene 5%, Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Coco-Caprylate, Propanediol, Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Silica, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sodium Chloride, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Caramel, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Extract, Solidago Virgaurea Extract, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sclareolide, Sclerotium Gum, Bisabolol, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract, Cereus Grandiflorus Flower Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
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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.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is a lightweight ester created from coconut oil fatty acids, caprylic acid, and capric acid.
It is an emollient that helps soften skin and reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL). What sets it apart from heavier emollients is its ultralight, non-greasy feel.
Once applied, this ingredient dries down quickly and leaves a dry, silky finish behind. This also helps improve spreadability and texture.
This ingredient has an excellent safety-record and is non-irritating.
Typical concentrations for cosmetics range from 0.5-62%.
Research on Malassezia growth found no growth on fatty acid esters with chain lengths shorter than 12 carbons (it prefers C11-24).
Since Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is built on C8 and C10 fatty acids, it is out of the range that Malassezia metabolizes, and therefore safe for fungal acne.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/CaprateThis ingredient is a photostabilizer and a chemical UV booster. It is marketed as an alternative to octocrylene.
You'll most likely find it in sunscreens to enhance stability and effectiveness of UV filters, antioxidants, and vitamin A derivatives. According to the manufacturer, this ingredient is better than octocrylene at stabilizing avobenzone.
Due to regulation loopholes, you'll likely see this ingredient in "100% mineral" sunscreens.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycryleneHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
Though naturally occuring in Norwegian spruce needles, this ingredient is usually synthetically created.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing. Recent research also suggests it may have skin-brightening effects through tyrosinase inhibition.
Learn more about HydroxyacetophenonePolyglyceryl-4 Isostearate is a plant-derived, PEG-free emulsifier.
It's made by hooking isostearic acid onto a chain of glycerin units to give it a water-loving "head" and oil-loving "tail". This allows it to keep the oil and water mixed in a formula.
The highest reported concentration is about 24% in eye makeup but most suppliers recommend a level below 10%.
It has a clean track record for safety and found to be non-irritating.
Because it is an ester of a C18 fatty acid, Malassezia can potentially metabolize it (it sits in the C11-24 range that Malassezia likes). Therefore, this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-4 IsostearatePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWater. 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 Water
