Cetaphil
Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 50Dermalogica
biolumin-c heat aging protector spf50A moisturizer with spf built around Chemical sunscreen and Mineral sunscreen, for barrier repair and hydration.
A moisturizer with spf built around Chemical sunscreen and Vitamin E, for barrier repair and smoothing.
Brand price
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Brand price
USD 29.50 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site
At a Glance
They come out differently on Fragrance-free, EU-allergen-free, Paraben-free, Silicone-free, Oil-free and Cruelty-free; those rows are shaded. Tap any answer to see why.
Key Ingredients
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.
Benzophenone-3, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Octocrylene
Fatty alcohol1
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Sunscreen4
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Octocrylene, Titanium Dioxide
Chemical sunscreen4
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Sunscreen4
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Benefits
Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair10
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Aluminum Hydroxide, Cetyl Alcohol, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Propylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol
Smoothing6
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Aluminum Hydroxide, Cetyl Alcohol, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Glyceryl Stearate
Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Gluconolactone, Glycerin, Propanediol, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair11
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Dibutyl Adipate, Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate, Glycerin, Glycine Soja Oil, Lecithin, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Tocopherol
Reduces Irritation3
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Concerns
May Trigger Acne4
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis5
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Stearic Acid
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris4
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis11
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Glycine Soja Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Lecithin, Polysorbate 80, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Ingredients Side-by-side
UV Filter
0 / 0
- Chemical sunscreen
- Reef-unsafe UV filter
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Octocrylene (in both products)
UV Filter
0-1 / —
- Chemical sunscreen
- Reef-unsafe UV filter
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Vp/Eicosene Copolymer (in both products)
Viscosity Controlling
Octocrylene (in both products)
UV Filter
0-1 / —
- Chemical sunscreen
- Reef-unsafe UV filter
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Salicylate →Octocrylene
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Octocrylene is a UV filter banned by Palau over coral-reef concerns.
Learn more about Octocrylene →Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →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 →Vp/Eicosene Copolymer
Binding, Film Forming, Viscosity Controlling
2-Pyrrolidinone, 1-ethenyl-, polymer with 1-eicosene
Learn more about Vp/Eicosene Copolymer →Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
Cleansing, Emulsifying
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Potassium Cetyl Phosphate →Tocopherol
Antioxidant, Fragrance, Skin Conditioning, Occlusive
Tocopherol is vitamin E.
Learn more about Tocopherol →Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
Learn more about Xanthan Gum →
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