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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++ versus The Saem Jeju Fresh Aloe Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ .

Published on July 10, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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Sunscreen South Korean Brand South Korea
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

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Buy Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++

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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
spf rating
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (3)
Exfoliators (2)
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (6)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing (2)
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (5)
Eczema (4)
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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:
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer.

Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

The Saem Jeju Fresh Aloe Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.

2
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Silica

Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 9.

The Saem Jeju Fresh Aloe Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

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 Triazine

Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 12.

The Saem Jeju Fresh Aloe Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

4
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!

Learn more about Water

Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 31.

The Saem Jeju Fresh Aloe Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

5
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.

Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 34.

The Saem Jeju Fresh Aloe Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 43.

6
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.

Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 39.

The Saem Jeju Fresh Aloe Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 13.

7
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.

Learn more about Propanediol

Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 40.

The Saem Jeju Fresh Aloe Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.

8
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.

Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 48.

The Saem Jeju Fresh Aloe Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 42.

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

46% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
25% are disliked or very disliked
15% have no rating yet
27% are loved or liked
18% have mixed ratings
36% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++ 48 ingredients

3.6 /5
from 12 ratings
No Scent (3) Heavy (2) Drying (1) Great Value (1) Hydrating (1) Irritating (1)
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SkincareSimba

1 month ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

I apply the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics sunscreen on my entire face and once that one gets absorbed I apply this one on the...

I apply the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics sunscreen on my entire face and once that one gets absorbed I apply this one on the nose, forehead, and chin to reduce the shine/glow on those areas but leave the glow on the cheeks.

I think this combination is gold for me, specially for summer when I want a nice glow without looking oily :)

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elinstrandh

2 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Was promising but did not work out. Broke me out and made the skin around my nose burn at first use (from a previous dermatitis issue)

The Saem Jeju Fresh Aloe Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ 44 ingredients

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