Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Aiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 versus Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 .
Last updated on November 13, 2023. Published on December 07, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain 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
Aiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 27 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 46 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Aiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 27 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 46 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Aiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 27 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 46 ingredients
Water • Butylene Glycol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Dimethicone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Titanium Dioxide • Silica • Cyclohexasiloxane • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Polyacrylate-13 • Aluminum Stearate • Alumina • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Glycerin • Carbomer • Niacinamide • Aspergillus Ferment • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice • Maltodextrin • Lactobacillus • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Chlorphenesin
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Methylpropanediol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Hexyl Laurate • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Ethoxydiglycol • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol • Polysorbate 60 • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Butylene Glycol • Silica • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Polyacrylate • Glycerin • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Decyl Glucoside • Inonotus Obliquus Extract • Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone • Ethylhexylglycerin • Bisabolol • Trideceth-6 • Glycine Max Seed Extract • Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter • Disodium EDTA • Xanthan Gum • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Yeast Polysaccharides • Ectoin • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Sericin • Propylene Glycol • Diglucosyl Gallic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Carnosine • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Hydrolyzed Algin • Helichrysum Italicum Extract • 1,2-Hexanediol • Biosaccharide Gum-4 • Theobroma Cacao Seed 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 WaterAiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Aiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 MethoxycinnamateAiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UVA absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm) and photostability.
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%.
UV absorbers are an agent that absorbs UV rays. They protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UV rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation from the sun. Other sources include tanning beds and welding torches. Radiation is the emission of energy. UV Rays are divided into 3 groups. UVA (320-400 nm) contains the least amount of energy. They are linked to long term skin damage such as wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA in skin cells. UVB causes sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer. UVC (200-280 nm) contains the highest amount of energy. Our ozone blocks UVC. UVC can also originate from welding torches, mercury lamps, and sanitizing bulbs.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateAiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.
You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.
Bemotrizinol has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. Skin exposed to UV causes free-radical molecules to form. This ingredient works by preventing the UV from reaching your skin.
It is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.
Bemotrizinol is not approved in the US but is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia.
In fact, it is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted by in the EU.
It is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineAiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneAiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
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.
Learn more about SilicaAiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazoneAiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 GlycerinAiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAAiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 26.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 29.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Aiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 27.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
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Aiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 27 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 46 ingredients
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Aiken Prebiotic Sunscreen Super UV Protection PA+++ SPF 50 27 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 46 ingredients
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