Versed Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35 Versus Little Urchin Natural Zinc Stick Clear SPF 50+
Updated on October 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Versed Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35 38 ingredients
Little Urchin Natural Zinc Stick Clear SPF 50+ 12 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Versed Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35 38 ingredients
Little Urchin Natural Zinc Stick Clear SPF 50+ 12 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 15.2%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
Diheptyl Succinate
EmollientC18-21 Alkane
SolventErythritol
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingCapryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCoco-Glucoside
CleansingEthyl Ferulate
Antioxidant
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingBisabolol
Masking
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingOctyldodecyl Oleate
Emollient
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Crithmum Maritimum Extract
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf
Masking
Iron Oxides
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide 15.2%, Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Diheptyl Succinate, C18-21 Alkane, Erythritol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Propanediol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopherol, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Glucoside, Ethyl Ferulate, Behenyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Bisabolol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Citric Acid, Sodium Gluconate, Xanthan Gum, Octyldodecyl Oleate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Sodium Hyaluronate, Crithmum Maritimum Extract, Maltodextrin, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Iron Oxides, CI 77491
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
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 TriglycerideZinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxideIngredient Ratings
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Versed Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35 38 ingredients
Little Urchin Natural Zinc Stick Clear SPF 50+ 12 ingredients
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