Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Biore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ versus Biore UV Barrier Me Cushion Gentle Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ .
Last updated on December 27, 2023. Published on March 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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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.
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Ingredient Info
Biore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ 23 ingredients
Biore UV Barrier Me Cushion Gentle Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 23 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Biore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ 23 ingredients
Biore UV Barrier Me Cushion Gentle Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 23 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Biore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ 23 ingredients
Biore UV Barrier Me Cushion Gentle Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 23 ingredients
Cyclopentasiloxane • Zinc Oxide • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Titanium Dioxide • Butylene Glycol • Dimethicone • Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate • C16-17 Alkyl Benzoate • Talc • Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate • C26-28 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane • Water • Dipropylene Glycol • Sorbitan Isostearate • Aluminum Hydroxide • Glycerin • Valine • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Methicone • Stearic Acid • Dextrin Palmitate • Peg-Crosspolymer • Parfum
Water • Alcohol Denat. • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Zinc Oxide • Isopropyl Palmitate • Silica • Butylene Glycol • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Isononyl Isononanoate • Dipentaerythrityl Tri-Polyhydroxystearate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Sorbitan Stearate • Vp/Va Copolymer • Isohexadecane • Polysorbate 80 • Polysilicone-9 • Royal Jelly Extract • Hyaluronic Acid • EDTA • BHT • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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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.
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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 OxideBiore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Biore UV Barrier Me Cushion Gentle Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
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.
Biore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Biore UV Barrier Me Cushion Gentle Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 WaterBiore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 12.
Biore UV Barrier Me Cushion Gentle Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumBiore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 23.
Biore UV Barrier Me Cushion Gentle Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 24.
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Biore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ 23 ingredients
Biore UV Barrier Me Cushion Gentle Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 23 ingredients
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Biore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ 23 ingredients
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