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Physical |
Chemical |
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All Invisible Zinc products Dermalogica Ultra Sensitive Tint Mesoestetic SPF50 EcoTan Natural Sunscreen Aromababy Sunscreen Aloe |
Aspect Envirostat La Roche Posay products Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Alpha-H SPF 30 Alpha-H SPF 50 Jurlique SPF 40 |
Skinceuticals UV Defence SPF30 Skinstitut Age Defence SPF50+ Dermalogica Solar Defence Booster Ella Bache Suncover SPF30 |
Chemical Ingredients: avobenzone, oxybenzone, octisalate, octocrylene, homosalate, octinoxate.
Physical Ingredients: zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide
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Physical |
Chemical |
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Cons |
Pros |
Cons |
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Naturally broad spectrum Works immediately Less likely to irritate sensitive skin Longer shelf life Less likely to clog pores |
Rubs off easily, not water resistant Can leave white cast on skin May be chalky/opaque/not work as well under makeup Thick or greasy |
Thinner and applies easily Less is required to give adequate sun protection More sweat/water resistant Less risk of white cast |
Requires about 20 minutes after application to work More irritating on sensitive skin Not as protective against sun damage (pigmentation) Can clog pores |
If you're looking for these key phrases: natural, broad spectrum (UVA & UVB protection), zinc-based, go for physical.
If you're looking for these key phrases: lightweight, non-greasy, non-white cast, go chemical.
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