Biore UV Athlizm Skin Protect Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ Versus True to Skin Sunfriends Soothing Sunscreen Gel SPF 50 PA++++
This hybrid sunscreen covers the full UV range and blocks ~98% of UVB at SPF 50.
This chemical sunscreen covers most of the UV range, lighter on the deep UVA that drives aging.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Silica
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate
EmollientC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Copal
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Isohexadecane
EmollientPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polysilicone-9
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Disodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Water, Zinc Oxide, Isopropyl Palmitate, Alcohol, Silica, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dextrin Palmitate, Copal, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Dimethicone, Polysilicone-9, Sodium Hyaluronate, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Disodium EDTA, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Glycerin
Humectant
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11
Emulsion StabilisingBetaine
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Triethanolamine
BufferingSilica
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Lecithin
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Triethylene Glycol
Masking
Methicone
Emollient
Water, Butylene Glycol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Glycerin, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Octocrylene, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11, Betaine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Triethanolamine, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Lecithin, Chlorphenesin, Triethylene Glycol, Methicone
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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.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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