Ultrasun UV Face & Scalp Mist SPF50 Versus La Roche-Posay Anthelios Anti-Shine Invisible Fresh Mist Spray SPF 50
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Butane
Water
Skin ConditioningIsobutane
Diethylhexyl Adipate
EmollientDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Undecane
EmollientPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientTridecane
Perfuming
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientHydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Oleate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate
Emollient
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Arginine
Masking
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
CleansingCaesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Citrate
BufferingHelianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Butane, Water, Isobutane, Diethylhexyl Adipate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Undecane, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Glycerin, Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Tridecane, Dibutyl Adipate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Maltodextrin, Phenoxyethanol, Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate, Saccharide Isomerate, Arginine, Coco-Glucoside, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Butane
Water
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Diisopropyl Sebacate
EmollientEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDrometrizole Trisiloxane
UV Absorber
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientStyrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Carnosine
Skin Conditioning
Diisopropyl Adipate
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingEthylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Isododecane
EmollientIsostearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Nylon-12
P-Anisic Acid
MaskingParfum
Masking
PEG-20
HumectantPEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
PEG-8 Laurate
Emulsifying
Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Emulsion StabilisingPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Propanediol
Solvent
Propylene Carbonate
SolventSilica Silylate
EmollientSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
CleansingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Butane, Water, Isopropyl Myristate, Glycerin, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Carnosine, Diisopropyl Adipate, Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Hydroxyacetophenone, Isododecane, Isostearyl Alcohol, Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Nylon-12, P-Anisic Acid, Parfum, PEG-20, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, PEG-8 Laurate, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Propanediol, Propylene Carbonate, Silica Silylate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Tocopherol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
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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.
You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.
This ingredient has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. This ingredient works by preventing UV rays from reaching and damaging your skin.
On top of that - it is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.
Tinosorb S is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia. It is close to being approved by the FDA and we'll hopefully get this ingredient in the U.S. by late 2025.
Fun fact: Tinosorb S is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted in the EU.
This ingredient is oil-soluble, so your oil-cleansers will take this right off at night.
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineButane is a gas derived from petroleum and natural gas. It is used as an aerosol propellant.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateEthylhexyl 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 SalicylateEthylhexyl 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 TriazoneGlycerin 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 GlycerinTocopherol (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 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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
