Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Walgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 versus Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ .
Published on July 25, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and 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.
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Ingredient Info
Walgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 21 ingredients
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
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
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
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
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
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
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
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 😥
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Walgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 21 ingredients
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Walgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 21 ingredients
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
Octocrylene 4% • Zinc Oxide 5% • Water • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Diisopropyl Adipate • Cetyl Dimethicone • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Hexyl Laurate • Isohexadecane • Beeswax • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Dimethicone • Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Silica • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Caprylyl Glycol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phenoxyethanol • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Chloride
Titanium Dioxide 8% • Zinc Oxide 10% • Alumina • Aluminum Stearate • Beeswax • C12-15 Pareth-12 • C16-17 Alkyl Benzoate • Caprylyl Glycol • Cetyl Dimethicone • Cetyl PCA • Dimethicone • Chlorphenesin • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Hexyl Laurate • Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Methyl Glucose Laurate • Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate • Peg-7
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Zinc 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 can be harmful to coral reefs.
More about harmful reef ingredients here.
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 OxideWalgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Ethylhexyl Stearate is an ester of 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and stearic acid. It is an emulsifier, emollient, and texture enhancer.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating.
Its emollient property helps soften and hydrate the skin. Emollients form a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl StearateWalgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 16.
Cetyl Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Walgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Hexyl Laurate isn't fungal acne safe.
Walgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Beeswax is natural wax produced by honey bees and can be synthetically created. It consists mainly of fatty acid esters and long-chain alcohols.
In cosmetics, beeswax is a emollient. Due to its waxy structure, it creates a protective barrier. This barrier prevents water from evaporating off the skin.
This may not be a good ingredient for oily skin. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Beeswax cannot be removed with water, but can be taken off with an oil cleanser.
Beeswax is also antiseptic and contains vitamin A.
Learn more about BeeswaxWalgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 5.
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.
Walgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Hydrogenated Castor Oil is created by adding hydrogen to castor oil. This helps stabilize the castor oil and raises the melting point. At room temperature, hydrogenated castor oil is solid.
Castor Oil helps moisturize the skin. It is rich in a fatty acid called ricinoleic acid. This fatty acid helps prevent moisture loss on the skin. This helps keep your skin soft and hydrated. Ricinoleic acid also has anti-inflammatory and pain reducing properties.
As a wax-like substance, Hydrogenated Castor Oil acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin stay soft and smooth by creating a barrier. This barrier helps trap moisture.
Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about Hydrogenated Castor OilWalgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 18.
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.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolWalgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAWalgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 14.
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Walgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 21 ingredients
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
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Walgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 21 ingredients
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
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Walgreens Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 21 ingredients
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ 20 ingredients
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