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APRILSKIN Magic Snow Sun Stick SPF 50+ Versus APRILSKIN Calendula 10% PHA+AHA Resurfacing Serum

Sunscreen
Exfoliator
Korean Brand South Korea
Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on November 29, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and reducing pores

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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Ingredient Info

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About this product

About this product

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Magic Snow Sun Stick SPF 50+
Calendula 10% PHA+AHA Resurfacing Serum

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.

What it does:

Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:

Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.

Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.

This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.

Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.

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Solvent

Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin. 

It’s often used to:

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

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.
  • It has mild preservative properties.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.

When to use

4 Routines
50% use in am
50% use in pm
100% use every day
14 Routines
14% use in am
86% use in pm
93% use every day

Reviews

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APRILSKIN Magic Snow Sun Stick SPF 50+ 35 ingredients

Magic Snow Sun Stick SPF 50+ hasn't been rated yet.
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APRILSKIN Calendula 10% PHA+AHA Resurfacing Serum 39 ingredients

2.0 /5
from 1 rating
Broke Me Out (1) Doesn't Work (1) Expensive (1)
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KatHealthyFace

9 months ago
Review

Doesn't work if you have acne. Don't use and don't believe the ads.

#expensive
#broke me out
#irritating
#oily