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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 versus COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in one Cream .

Last updated on May 16, 2024. Published on April 22, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry 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 British Brand United Kingdom
General Moisturizer 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.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Price

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
ph level
5.5

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (7)
Mineral UV Filter (2)
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening

Concerns

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

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Scar Healing

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
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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: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.

Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.

Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.

This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.

Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.

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Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.

COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in one Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.

2
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.

COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in one Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 26.

COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in one Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

31% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet
32% are loved or liked
21% have mixed ratings
47% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 29 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 1 rating
Hydrating (1) Light (1) Works Well (1)
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Denisa45

19 days ago · Combination Skin
Review

I liked it a lot, but I don't like that it is water-based

COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in one Cream 19 ingredients

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