Deconstruct Detan Body Sunscreen Lotion vs Cetaphil Advanced Radiance Cream

Deconstruct

Detan Body Sunscreen Lotion

Cetaphil

Advanced Radiance Cream

A body lotion built around Chemical sunscreen and Niacinamide, for barrier repair and hydration.

A body lotion built around AHA, for barrier repair and smoothing.

Body lotion

24 ingredients

18 ingredients

Brand price

INR 374.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

Not recorded · brand's site

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Brand from India

Brand from United States

At a Glance

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Key Ingredients

Chemical sunscreen3
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Benzophenone-3, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
Sunscreen2
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide

Fatty alcohol1
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopherol
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid

Benefits

Hydrating5
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Panthenol, Petrolatum
Barrier Repair7
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Betaine, Cetearyl Olivate, Glycerin, Kojic Dipalmitate, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Petrolatum
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Menthol, Panthenol
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Menthol, Niacinamide

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair8
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Tocopherol
Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate
Exfoliating1
Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.
Citric Acid

Concerns

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis5
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cetearyl Olivate, Coco-Glucoside, Kojic Dipalmitate, Phospholipids, Sorbitan Olivate
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Petrolatum
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Menthol
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Menthol

May Trigger Acne3
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tocopherol
May Worsen Oily Skin2
May increase shine or excess oil.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Filter
0 / 0
- Chemical sunscreen
- Reef-unsafe UV filter
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Filter
- Chemical sunscreen
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Benzophenone-3
UV Filter
0 / 0
- Chemical sunscreen
- Reef-unsafe UV filter
- Sun Protection
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
0 / —
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating

Water
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
4 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
2 / 1
- Fatty alcohol
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Dimethicone
Emollient
1 / 0
- Silicones
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Smoothing
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
1 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Possibly animal-derived
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
PEG-100 Stearate
Cleansing
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Benzyl Alcohol
Preservative
- EU labelled fragrance allergen
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

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.
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →