Biore Perfect Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ - US Versus SANA Namerakahonpo Medicinal Whitening Skin Care UV Base
Updated on November 06, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Biore Perfect Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ 21 ingredients
SANA Namerakahonpo Medicinal Whitening Skin Care UV Base 29 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Biore Perfect Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ 21 ingredients
SANA Namerakahonpo Medicinal Whitening Skin Care UV Base 29 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Talc
Abrasive
Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate
EmollientTitanium Tetraglyceroxide
HumectantBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
PEG-3 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polysilicone-9
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate
Emulsion StabilisingBHT
Antioxidant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Alcohol Denat., Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Talc, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate, Titanium Tetraglyceroxide, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, PEG-3 Dimethicone, Polysilicone-9, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, BHT, Hyaluronic Acid, Parfum
Arbutin
Antioxidant
Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethyl Polysilicate
Glycerin
Humectant
Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate
EmollientPolyoxymethylene Melamine
Milk Ferment
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Extract
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Phthalic Anhydride
Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Fatty Acid Ester
EmulsifyingAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Glycerin Methyl Ether
Gellan Gum
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polyacrylic Acid
Emulsion StabilisingDecyltetradeceth-20
EmulsifyingMethyl Hexyl Ether
Perfuming
Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimethylhydrogensiloxy Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Arbutin, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Zinc Oxide, Ethyl Polysilicate, Glycerin, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate, Polyoxymethylene Melamine, Milk Ferment, Glycine Soja Extract, Titanium Dioxide, Phthalic Anhydride, Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters, Sorbitan Fatty Acid Ester, Alcohol Denat., Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Glycerin Methyl Ether, Gellan Gum, Tocopherol, Polyacrylic Acid, Decyltetradeceth-20, Methyl Hexyl Ether, Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethylhydrogensiloxy Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
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.
It is also 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 CyclopentasiloxaneZinc 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 may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
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 OxideAlcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol with other additives.
This ingredient gets a bad rep because it is irritating and drying - mostly due to its astringent property. Astringents draw out natural oils in tissue, constricting pores and leaving your skin dried out.
However, alcohol denat. is not all that bad.
Due to its low molecular weight, alcohol denat. tends to evaporate quickly. One study on pig skin found half of applied alcohol evaporated in 10 seconds and less than 3% stayed on skin.
This also helps other ingredients become better absorbed upon application.
Studies are conflicted about whether this ingredient causes skin dehydration. One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased skin dryness and irritation. Another study found irritation only occurs if your skin is already damaged.
Small amounts of alcohol are generally tolerated by oily skin or people who live in humid environments.
The rule of thumb is if this alcohol is near the end of an ingredients list, it will probably not affect your skin much.
Also...
This ingredient has antimicrobial and solvent properties.
The antimicrobial property helps preserve products and increase their shelf life. As a solvent, it helps dissolve other ingredients.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.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!
Learn more about WaterWe don't have a description for Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate yet.
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Biore Perfect Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ 21 ingredients
SANA Namerakahonpo Medicinal Whitening Skin Care UV Base 29 ingredients
