Coppertone
Complete Sunscreen SPF 45A sunscreen built around Chemical sunscreen, for barrier repair and hydration.
A sunscreen built around Chemical sunscreen and Vitamin C derivative, for barrier repair and smoothing.
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At a Glance
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Key Ingredients
Chemical sunscreen6
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Octocrylene
Sunscreen6
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Octocrylene
Mineral sunscreen1
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Chemical sunscreen4
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Fatty alcohol2
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Sunscreen5
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Titanium Dioxide
Benefits
Hydrating8
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glutamic Acid, Glycerin, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Soluble Collagen, Tocopherol, Trehalose
Barrier Repair9
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Batyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, C30-45 Alkyl Methicone, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Isopropyl Myristate, Tocopherol
Smoothing7
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Batyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, C30-45 Alkyl Methicone, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Isopropyl Myristate
Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Barrier Repair13
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Behenyl Alcohol, Bis-Octyldodecyl Dimer Dilinoleate/Propanediol Copolymer, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Dibutyl Adipate, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Tocopherol
Smoothing10
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Behenyl Alcohol, Bis-Octyldodecyl Dimer Dilinoleate/Propanediol Copolymer, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Dibutyl Adipate, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis8
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Batyl Alcohol, Behenic Acid, Behenyl Alcohol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dextrin Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
May Worsen Irritation4
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
May Trigger Acne4
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis11
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Behenyl Alcohol, Bis-Octyldodecyl Dimer Dilinoleate/Propanediol Copolymer, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Ethylhexylglyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris4
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Tocopherol
May Worsen Irritation4
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol (in both products)
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Octocrylene (in both products)
UV Filter
0-1 / —
- Chemical sunscreen
- Reef-unsafe UV filter
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Butyloctyl Salicylate (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
5 / 3
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (in both products)
Emollient
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
Octocrylene (in both products)
UV Filter
0-1 / —
- Chemical sunscreen
- Reef-unsafe UV filter
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Antioxidant
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin C derivative (stable)
- Acne Fighting
- Antioxidant
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
Antioxidant
Chelating
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →Alcohol
Antifoaming, Antimicrobial, Astringent, Fragrance, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Alcohol is a drying alcohol.
Learn more about Alcohol →Octocrylene
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Octocrylene is a UV filter banned by Palau over coral-reef concerns.
Learn more about Octocrylene →Butyloctyl Salicylate
Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Butyloctyl Salicylate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Butyloctyl Salicylate →Ethylhexyl Salicylate
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Salicylate →C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial, Skin Conditioning, Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate →Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane →Behenyl Alcohol
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Emollient, Viscosity Controlling
Behenyl Alcohol isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Behenyl Alcohol →Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
Learn more about Xanthan Gum →Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →
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