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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen versus SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ .

Last updated on October 22, 2023. Published on May 12, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain niacinamide and SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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Sunscreen Brand
Sunscreen 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.

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.

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
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
30

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E
Niacinamide
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (5)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter
Niacinamide

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
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Ingredients Explained

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

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 1.

SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, Skin Protecting, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 3.

SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

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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AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 5.

SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.

Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.

The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.

When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.

Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.

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AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 8.

SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Caprylyl Methicone is a type of silicone.

It helps soften and soothe the skin by creating a thin film on top. This film helps trap moisture, keeping your skin hydrated.

AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 9.

SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 11.

6
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 10.

SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 13.

7
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 21.

SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.

8
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.

The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.

This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.

Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.

Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.

Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.

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AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 22.

SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 14.

9
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 23.

SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 26.

10
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.

Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.

Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.

In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.

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AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 25.

SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 28.

11
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Dicaprylyl Carbonate comes from carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol. It is an emollient and gives skin a velvet feel. The sources of Dicaprylyl Carbonate may be synthetic or from animals.

As an emollient, Dicaprylyl Carbonate creates a film on the skin. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen contains this as ingredient number 38.

SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.

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

46% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
32% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet
38% are loved or liked
18% have mixed ratings
35% are disliked or very disliked
9% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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AXIS - Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen 41 ingredients

3.0 /5
from 3 ratings
AHAAHHAprincipyo_361's avatar

AHAAHHAprincipyo_361

6 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

it's matte sunscreen, it makes my skin not very oily when I'm outside and the weather is very hot.

SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ 34 ingredients

4.2 /5
from 5 ratings
Works Well (2) Absorbs Well (1) Great Value (1) Heavy (1) Light (1) Light Scent (1)
kaya02's avatar

kaya02

3 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

the best sunscreen i've tried so far! i have yet to try the "OG" blue version, but i've heard that this one is better for oily/combo/acne prone...

the best sunscreen i've tried so far! i have yet to try the "OG" blue version, but i've heard that this one is better for oily/combo/acne prone skin and it really is! it absorbs really nicely and gives me a perfect dewy/matte finish (not looking greasy finally!) my first holy grail in korean skincare! <33

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llyysts

6 months ago · Oily Skin
Review

ABSOLUTE HOLY GRAIL
FADED MY REDNESS FOR THE ENTIRE DAY 😭😭🤍🤍🤍

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