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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of 9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ versus Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ .

Published on March 15, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones

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Sunscreen South Korean Brand South Korea
Sunscreen South Korean Brand South Korea

Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (5)
Mineral UV Filter
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (3)
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin (2)
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (4)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Irritating (3)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Water • Propanediol • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Dibutyl Adipate • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Niacinamide • Titanium Dioxide • Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate • Cetyl Alcohol • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Stearyl Alcohol • Silica • Glyceryl Stearate • Cetearyl Olivate • Polysorbate 60 • Glyceryl Caprylate • Aluminum Hydroxide • 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate • Sorbitan Olivate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Methicone • Myristyl Alcohol • Adenosine • Sorbitan Isostearate • Lauryl Alcohol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract • Butylene Glycol • Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract • Coco-Caprylate • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil • Propylene Glycol • Biosaccharide Gum-4 • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract • Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract • Hyaluronic Acid • Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract • Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract • Solanum Lycopersicum Seed Oil • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Punica Granatum Seed Oil • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Mangifera Indica Seed Oil • Lactobacillus • Citrus Paradisi Seed Oil • Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract • Tocopherol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Phenoxyethanol • Chlorphenesin • Parfum

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.

UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.

The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.

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9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 6.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 30.

4
What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.

Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.

The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.

When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.

Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.

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9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 10.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.

5
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polysorbate 60 is used to help stabilize products. It is a surfactant and emulsifier. These properties help keep ingredients together in a product. Surfactants help reduce surface tension between ingredients with different states, such as liquids and solids. Emulsifiers help prevent oils and waters from separating.

Polysorbate 60 is sorbitol-based and created from the ethoxylation of sorbitan. Ethoxylation is a chemical reaction used to add ethylene oxide. Sorbitan is a the dehydrated version of sorbitol, a sugar found in fruits.

In this case, the 60 comes from reacting 60 units of ethylene oxide with sorbitan.

Polysorbates are commonly used in medicine and foods.

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9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 11.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.

6
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.

Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.

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9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 12.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 14.

7
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Cetearyl Olivate is an emulsifier and texture enhancer. It is derived from the fatty acids of olive oil and Cetearyl alcohol, and is biodegradable.

As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent oils and waters from separating. It can also

Manufacturers use the name Olivem 1000. This ingredient has been found to preserve the natural microbiome of skin. Having a healthy microbiome helps keep our skin healthy and protects against harmful bacteria. This ingredient is grouped with Sorbitan Olivate under the name Olivem 1000.

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9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 15.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 16.

8
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Sorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.

Sorbitan Olivate is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.

Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.

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9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 16.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.

9
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate

9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 21.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 28.

10
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 25.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 55.

11
What it does: Astringent, Humectant, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract comes from the Baikal skullcap or Chinese skullcap plant. This plant is native to Northeast Asia and can be found in China, Mongolia, Korea, and Siberia.

In cosmetics, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This is due to the flavonoid composition of Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract.

In Chinese traditional folk medicine, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is used to help treat lung and hypertension.

Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 32.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 44.

12
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 37.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 54.

13
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.

Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.

Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.

In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.

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9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 38.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 25.

14
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

Learn more about Parfum

9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 46.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 58.

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38% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet
29% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
43% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet

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