Biore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ Versus Kosé Suncut Prodefense Whitening UV Sunscreen Essence SPF 50+ PA++++
Updated on December 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both 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, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Biore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ 23 ingredients
Kosé Suncut Prodefense Whitening UV Sunscreen Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 46 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Biore UV Barrier Me Mineral Gentle Milk SPF 50 PA+++ 23 ingredients
Kosé Suncut Prodefense Whitening UV Sunscreen Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 46 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate
EmollientC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialTalc
Abrasive
PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Petrolatum
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Methicone
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer
EmollientParfum
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Titanium Dioxide, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Talc, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Glycerin, Petrolatum, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Methicone, Stearic Acid, Dextrin Palmitate, Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer, Parfum
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingEthyl Polysilicate
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propylene Glycol Dicaprate
EmollientPropylene Glycol Caprylate
Skin ConditioningPolydiethylsiloxane
Emollient
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
Preservative
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane
Glycerin
Humectant
Phthalic Anhydride
Sodium Stearic Acid Sulfate
Emulsifying
Eel Extract
HumectantOrange Roughy Oil
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Vulgaris Extract
Skin ProtectingShale Extract
EmollientSus Extract
Skin ConditioningTuna Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Humulus Lupulus Extract
AntimicrobialWine Extract
Antioxidant
Yogurt Extract
Skin ConditioningCoix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialChamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Isohexadecane
EmollientIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSorbitan Fatty Acid Ester
EmulsifyingDibutyldihydrofuranone
Perfuming
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Sulfate
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Steardimonium Ethyl Stearyl Phosphate
Skin ConditioningPhosphoric Acid
BufferingEthylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate
EmollientSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tranexamic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Water, Zinc Oxide, Dipropylene Glycol, Ethyl Polysilicate, Alcohol Denat., Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Propylene Glycol Caprylate, Polydiethylsiloxane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, 4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane, Glycerin, Phthalic Anhydride, Sodium Stearic Acid Sulfate, Eel Extract, Orange Roughy Oil, Chamomilla Vulgaris Extract, Shale Extract, Sus Extract, Tuna Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Humulus Lupulus Extract, Wine Extract, Yogurt Extract, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Butylene Glycol, Isohexadecane, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Xanthan Gum, Sorbitan Fatty Acid Ester, Dibutyldihydrofuranone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Sulfate, Behenyl Alcohol, Steardimonium Ethyl Stearyl Phosphate, Phosphoric Acid, Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate, Sorbitan Oleate, Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol
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 GlycolDipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinWater. 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 WaterZinc 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 OxideIngredient Ratings
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