Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of AMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 versus Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White .
Last updated on April 29, 2024. Published on February 11, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain 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
AMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 42 ingredients
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 39 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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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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Contains EU Allergens
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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 🎉
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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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AMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 42 ingredients
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 39 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
AMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 42 ingredients
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 39 ingredients
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Alcohol • Butylene Glycol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Titanium Dioxide • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Propanediol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Phyllostachys Nigra Leaf Extract • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Phenoxyethanol • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Aluminum Hydroxide • C14-22 Alcohols • Polyacrylate-13 • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Stearic Acid • Peg-100 Stearate • Glycerin • Polyisobutene • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • Ethylhexylglycerin • Octyldodecanol • Disodium EDTA • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Citrus Grandis Peel Oil • Polysorbate 20 • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Sodium Hyaluronate • Ceramide AP • Zinc Oxide • Xylitylglucoside • Lavandula Hybrida Oil • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Anhydroxylitol • Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Butylene Glycol • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Methylheptyl Laurate • Titanium Dioxide • Dimethicone • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Cyclopentasiloxane • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Diisostearyl Malate • Aluminum Hydroxide • Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Stearic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Xanthan Gum • Arginine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Alpha-Glucan • Phytic Acid • Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract • Glucosyl Ceramide • Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract • Silver Oxide • Spiraea Ulmaria Flower Extract • Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract • Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract • Silica • Morus Alba Root Extract • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Octyldodecanol • Trihydroxystearin • Secale Cereale Seed Extract • Oenothera Biennis Seed Extract • Zinc Oxide • Alumina
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.
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 WaterAMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White 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 MethoxycinnamateAMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
AMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 3.
Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideAMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 BenzoateAMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 TriazineAMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 CyclopentasiloxaneAMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 9.
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.
AMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 7.
This is a synthetic polymer. It helps improve the texture of products by adding thickness and gel-like feel.
It is also an emulsifer, meaning it prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It also helps evenly disperse other ingredients.
AMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 10.
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.
AMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 15.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideAMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 12.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidAMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 17.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidAMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 22.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 OctyldodecanolAMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 28.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 34.
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 HyaluronateAMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 34.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 21.
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.
More about harmful reef ingredients here.
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 OxideAMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 contains this as ingredient number 36.
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 38.
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AMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 42 ingredients
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 39 ingredients
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AMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 42 ingredients
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 39 ingredients
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AMPLE:N Hyaluron Shot Sun Care SPF 50+ / PA++++ IRF 20 42 ingredients
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 39 ingredients
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I prefer a more matte finish, and this does not give me that effect. I found this way too greasy on my skin.
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I prefer a more matte finish, and this does not give me that effect. I found this way too greasy on my skin.
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