Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of 9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ versus IPKN Big Apple Sun Cream SPF 50 .
Last updated on October 07, 2023. Published on February 01, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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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.
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Ingredient Info
9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ 45 ingredients
IPKN Big Apple Sun Cream SPF 50 46 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ 45 ingredients
IPKN Big Apple Sun Cream SPF 50 46 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ 45 ingredients
IPKN Big Apple Sun Cream SPF 50 46 ingredients
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Zinc Oxide • Homosalate • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Octocrylene • Niacinamide • Polysorbate 60 • Silica • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • Beeswax • Dimethicone • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • 1,2-Hexanediol • Caprylyl Glycol • Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract • Morus Alba Bark Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract • Rhus Semialata Gall Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract • Salicornia Herbacea Extract • Allantoin • Xanthan Gum • Ethylhexylglycerin • Adenosine • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Pentylene Glycol • Aspalathus Linearis Extract • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Commiphora Myrrha Resin Extract • Yucca Schidigera Root Extract • Parfum
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Glycerin • Zinc Oxide • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Cyclomethicone • Titanium Dioxide • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Dipropylene Glycol • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Magnesium Sulfate • Talc • Diphenyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Diphenyl Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Aluminum Hydroxide • Aluminum Stearate • Methicone • Caprylyl Glycol • Parfum • Glyceryl Caprylate • Dimethicone • Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract • Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract • Foeniculum Vulgare Leaf Extract • Laurus Nobilis Leaf Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Mentha Piperita Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract • Chromium Oxide Greens • Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract • Saccharum Officinarum Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract • Citrus Limon Fruit Extract • Acer Saccharum Extract • Bellis Perennis Flower Extract • Citric Acid • Thymus Vulgaris Oil • Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract • Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract • Origanum Majorana Leaf Extract • Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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!
Learn more about Water9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
IPKN Big Apple Sun Cream SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
IPKN Big Apple Sun Cream SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Zinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide can be harmful to coral reefs.
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Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc Oxide9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
IPKN Big Apple Sun Cream SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Salicylate9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
IPKN Big Apple Sun Cream SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about Glycerin9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
IPKN Big Apple Sun Cream SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
IPKN Big Apple Sun Cream SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 26.
IPKN Big Apple Sun Cream SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 Parfum9wishes Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 46.
IPKN Big Apple Sun Cream SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 23.
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