Abib Quick Sunstick Protection Bar SPF50+ PA++++ Versus MDSolarSciences Solar Stick Mineral Sunscreen SPF40
Updated on April 18, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Abib Quick Sunstick Protection Bar SPF50+ PA++++ 30 ingredients
MDSolarSciences Solar Stick Mineral Sunscreen SPF40 23 ingredients
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Abib Quick Sunstick Protection Bar SPF50+ PA++++ 30 ingredients
MDSolarSciences Solar Stick Mineral Sunscreen SPF40 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Octyldodecanol
EmollientButylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Saccharide Isomerate
HumectantMaltodextrin
AbsorbentHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingEthyl Hexanediol
SolventCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Octyldodecanol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide, Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide, Diisostearyl Malate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Dextrin Palmitate, Octocrylene, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Water, Butylene Glycol, Saccharide Isomerate, Maltodextrin, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ethyl Hexanediol, Ceramide NP, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
Titanium Dioxide 8.12%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 6%
Cosmetic Colorant
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Petrolatum
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingMethyl Dihydroabietate
Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer
Skin ConditioningOctyldodecanol
EmollientTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Behenyl Olivate
Emulsion StabilisingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Isostearate
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Benzylidene Dimethoxydimethylindanone
Skin ProtectingIron Oxides
Titanium Dioxide 8.12%, Zinc Oxide 6%, Polyethylene, Dimethicone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Petrolatum, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Octyldodecanol, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopherol, Behenyl Olivate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Citric Acid, Benzylidene Dimethoxydimethylindanone, Iron Oxides
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.
As an emulsifier, Octyldodecanol helps prevent the oils and waters from separating. It also prevents ingredients from creating foam when shaken.
Octyldodecanol is created by reducing fatty acid to an alcohol.
Due to its high molecular weight, it does not get absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about OctyldodecanolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Abib Quick Sunstick Protection Bar SPF50+ PA++++ 30 ingredients
MDSolarSciences Solar Stick Mineral Sunscreen SPF40 23 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Abib Quick Sunstick Protection Bar SPF50+ PA++++ 30 ingredients
(Using Since Jun 2023) Love using this for sunscreen reapplication. It's portable (small enough to fit in my cross-body bag), relatively affordable (compared to most hyped sunscreen sticks), considering the SPF value/rating and the amount that you get. Big fan of the shape as it contours around the face easily, no white cast, not irritating to my sensitive skin despite the light, pleasant scent. Show more
Ok but not as amazing as everyone says!
I wanted to like it, but after using it for the whole summer l think you may skip this one on your hunt for a perfect sun stick. Overall, l think makes it's a very overhyped product:
A) You can’t layer it on top of the makeup - it applies okay-ish but it does drag your foundation on and there is no saving grace after you’ve applied it on top.
B) I Show more
