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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Vanicream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 versus Blue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ .

Last updated on April 07, 2024. Published on May 19, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for sensitive skin

Free From

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

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Sunscreen American Brand United States
Sunscreen American Brand United States

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.

Price

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Buy Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50

Starts at $16.39
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Buy Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+

Starts at $16.99

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
30

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Scar Healing

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger (2)
Rosacea

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter (2)
Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Acne Fighting (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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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.

1
What it does: Antimicrobial, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Benzoate

Vanicream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.

Blue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ contains this as ingredient number 6.

2
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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Vanicream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.

Blue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ contains this as ingredient number 10.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Vanicream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 22.

Blue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30+ contains this as ingredient number 20.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

23% are loved or liked
9% have mixed ratings
45% are disliked or very disliked
23% have no rating yet
27% are loved or liked
5% have mixed ratings
55% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet

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