EltaMD
UV ActiveA sunscreen built around Mineral sunscreen and Vitamin E, for barrier repair and smoothing.
A sunscreen built around Chemical sunscreen and Hyaluronic acid, for hydration and barrier repair.
Brand price
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Brand price
INR 699.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site
At a Glance
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Key Ingredients
Mineral sunscreen2
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Mineral sunscreen2
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Chemical sunscreen3
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene
Sunscreen5
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide
Benefits
Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair10
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Lecithin, Polygonum Aviculare Extract, Tocopherol, Zinc Oxide
Smoothing6
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Lecithin, Polygonum Aviculare Extract
Hydrating9
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Anhydroxylitol, Butylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, Glucose, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Panthenol, Propanediol, Xylitol
Barrier Repair6
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Lecithin, Oxothiazolidine, Panthenol, Xylitol, Zinc Oxide
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis10
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Ethyl Macadamiate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sorbitan Olivate
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide (in both products)
UV Filter
1 / 0
- Mineral sunscreen
- Sunscreen
- Reduces Irritation
- Sun Protection
Skin Conditioning
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Occlusive
0-3 / 3
- Vitamin E
- Anti-Pollution
- Antioxidant
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
Emulsifying
- Fatty acids (stearic, oleic, lauric)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Binding
UV Filter
0 / 0
- Chemical sunscreen
- Reef-unsafe UV filter
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Lecithin (in both products)
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Humectant
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Zinc Oxide
Antimicrobial, Bulking, Colorant, Light Stabilizer, Oral Care, Skin Protecting, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Zinc Oxide is a mineral UV filter.
Learn more about Zinc Oxide →Titanium Dioxide
Colorant, Opacifying, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Titanium Dioxide is a mineral UV filter.
Learn more about Titanium Dioxide →Lecithin
Antistatic, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Emulsifying
Lecithin isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Lecithin →
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