EltaMD UV Restore Tinted vs The Derma Co 1% Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen Serum with SPF 50 & Niacinamide

EltaMD

The Derma Co

A sunscreen built around Mineral sunscreen, for barrier repair and smoothing.

A sunscreen built around AHA and Chemical sunscreen, for barrier repair and hydration.

Sunscreen

34 ingredients

26 ingredients

Brand price

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Brand price

INR 499.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand country not recorded

Brand from India

At a Glance

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Mineral sunscreen2
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide
Sunscreen2
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide
Face oil1
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Squalane
Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopheryl Acetate

Mineral sunscreen1
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
Chemical sunscreen3
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Benzophenone-3, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
Sunscreen3
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid

Hydrating5
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair7
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Betaine, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Lecithin, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide
Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
C13-14 Isoparaffin, Citric Acid, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Lecithin, Niacinamide

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Glyceryl Stearate Se
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis12
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Butyloctyl Salicylate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Lecithin, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, PEG-100 Stearate, PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Glyceryl Stearate Se
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Squalane

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Laureth-7, Lecithin, Phospholipids
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

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Titanium Dioxide
UV Filter
0 / 0
- Mineral sunscreen
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Zinc Oxide
UV Filter
1 / 0
- Mineral sunscreen
- Sunscreen
- Reduces Irritation
- Sun Protection
Water
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Occlusive
1 / 1
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
3 / 2
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Possibly animal-derived
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
PEG-100 Stearate
Cleansing
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis

Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Avena Strigosa Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin (in both products)
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
0 / —
- AHA
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Emollient
1 / 2
- May Worsen Irritation
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

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Silica
Abrasive, Absorbent, Anticaking, Bulking, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling
Silicon dioxide
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Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
Learn more about Phenoxyethanol →
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 →
Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
Learn more about Xanthan Gum →
Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →
Lecithin
Antistatic, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Emulsifying
Lecithin isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Lecithin →