Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Victoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream versus Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion .
Published on January 30, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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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.
Ingredient Info
Victoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream 30 ingredients
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion 26 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Victoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream 30 ingredients
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion 26 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Victoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream 30 ingredients
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion 26 ingredients
Water • Octocrylene • Homosalate • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Benzophenone-3 • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Peg-100 Stearate • Glyceryl Stearate • CI 77346 • Cetearyl Alcohol • CI 77891 • Dimethicone • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Lanolin • Allantoin • Ceteareth-20 • Parfum • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Xanthan Gum • Petrolatum • BHT • Disodium EDTA • Citric Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.75% • Benzophenone-3 4.25% • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Octocrylene 2.8% • Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil • Allantoin • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Benzoic Acid • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glycereth-2 Cocoate • Glycerin • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Phenoxyethanol • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Tetrasodium EDTA • Tocopheryl Acetate • Tocopherol • Water
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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!
Learn more about WaterVictoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion contains this as ingredient number 26.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneVictoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion contains this as ingredient number 4.
You probably know this ingredient as Oxybenzone, a sunscreen ingredient. It is a broad-spectrum sunscreen ingredient, meaning it can protect the skin against UVB and short UVA rays. The absorption range is 270-350 nm with peak absorption at 288 and 350 nm.
This chemical ingredient protects your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy. UV absorbers may absorb both UVA and UVB rays. It is often combined with other sunscreen ingredients to help with stability.
Ongoing research is looking into whether oxybenzone causes skin irritation and sensitivity. However, it has been shown to trigger contact dermatitis in some studies.
Oxybenzone is allowed in certain concentrations by many countries. It is allowed up to 6% in the US, and Canada, 5% in Japan, and 10% in Australia. Other countries and regions of the US have banned this ingredient to protect coral reefs and marine ecosystems. These places include Hawaii, Key West, US Virgin Islands, marine parks in Thailand, Aruba, and Palau.
The EU currently allows the following maximum concentrations:
Studies show conflicting results about oxybenzone being absorbed into the human body. The Swedish Research Institute has advised careful use of this ingredient by pregnant women and children. We always recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns about this ingredient and your health.
Learn more about Benzophenone-3Victoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.
Ethylhexyl 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 SalicylateVictoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneVictoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 BenzoateVictoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion contains this as ingredient number 9.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholVictoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion contains this as ingredient number 11.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Victoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion contains this as ingredient number 13.
Tocopheryl 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 AcetateVictoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion contains this as ingredient number 24.
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinVictoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion contains this as ingredient number 6.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Victoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion contains this as ingredient number 20.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Victoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion contains this as ingredient number 14.
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Victoria Beauty Sun Protection SPF 50 Face Cream 30 ingredients
Face Reality Skincare Daily SPF30 Lotion 26 ingredients
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