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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Ziaja Mattifying Cream SPF 50+ versus ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50 .

Published on June 19, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain SPF and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances 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.

Price

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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
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (5)
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (5)
Vitamin C (2)
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Irritating (2)
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
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!

Learn more about Water

Ziaja Mattifying Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 1.

ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.

Bemotrizinol has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. Skin exposed to UV causes free-radical molecules to form. This ingredient works by preventing the UV from reaching your skin.

It is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.

Bemotrizinol is not approved in the US but is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia.

In fact, it is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted by in the EU.

It is oil-soluble.

Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

Ziaja Mattifying Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 3.

ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 12.

3
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Polymethyl Methacrylate.

Ziaja Mattifying Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 4.

ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.

4
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Ziaja Mattifying Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 6.

ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.

5
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Ziaja Mattifying Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 9.

ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 7.

6
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Ziaja Mattifying Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 20.

ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 19.

7
What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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Ziaja Mattifying Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 21.

ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.

8
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

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 EDTA

Ziaja Mattifying Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 23.

ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 23.

9
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

Learn more about Parfum

Ziaja Mattifying Cream SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 26.

ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 22.

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

34% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
55% are disliked or very disliked
3% have no rating yet
31% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
55% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet

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Ziaja Mattifying Cream SPF 50+ 29 ingredients

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ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50 29 ingredients

3.5 /5
from 2 ratings
Mixch's avatar

Mixch

9 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Per me è un NO
Molto leggero ma fa pilling!!
Inoltre irrita le zone sensibili: pizzica, arrossa e fa uscire piccoli brufoletti rossi che...

Per me è un NO
Molto leggero ma fa pilling!!
Inoltre irrita le zone sensibili: pizzica, arrossa e fa uscire piccoli brufoletti rossi che spariscono interrompendone l'uso.

AnabellaSolari_191's avatar

AnabellaSolari_191

6 months ago · Normal Skin
Review

BEST.SUNSCREEN.EVER

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