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Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer Versus EltaMD, Inc UV Elements Broad-Spectrum SPF 44

General Moisturizer
Sunscreen
American Brand United States
American Brand United States

Updated on July 18, 2023

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

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Benefits

Key Ingredients

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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Water. 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!

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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer 19 ingredients

3.2 /5
from 79 ratings
No Scent (34) Light (31) Hydrating (29)
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sword

1 year ago
Review

Lightweight, calming, noncomedogenic moisturizer. It has a light/buttery texture and absorbs quickly. This works for my sensitive oily skin and doesn't break me out, and it doesn't cause sunscreen to pill/peel or anything.

#great value
#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well
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SpikedMatcha316

2 years ago
Review

Best lightweight every face cream
This product is perfect for my dry combo skin. It's scentless and lightweight and makes my face feels hydrated. Perfect for everyday use.

EltaMD, Inc UV Elements Broad-Spectrum SPF 44 19 ingredients

2.0 /5
from 1 rating
Absorbs Well (1) Broke Me Out (1)
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elltea11

1 year ago
Review

Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2023
Initially, the texture feels too thick and the tint too dark, but it blends well and feels lighter shortly after putting it on. However, I am someone lucky enough to have only had maybe a dozen zits in my life total and this made even my dry skin break out after a few weeks of consistent use. Might be a good option if you were to alternate it Show more

#broke me out
#absorbs well