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Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ - C01 Cica Mint Versus The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

Sunscreen
Serum
Japanese Brand Japan
Canadian Brand Canada

Updated on March 04, 2025

Overview

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing

Free From

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

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

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At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++

Water

Skin Conditioning

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UV Absorber
0 / 0 Chemical UV Filter IconMay cause irritation IconNon-Reef-Safe Icon

Butylene Glycol

Humectant
1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

UV Filter
Chemical UV Filter Icon

Titanium Dioxide

Cosmetic Colorant
0 / 0 Mineral UV Filter IconNon-Reef-Safe Icon

When to use

18 Routines
100% use in am
0% use in pm
94% use every day
16,454 Routines
48% use in am
52% use in pm
94% use every day
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Reviews

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3.50
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Absorbs Well 40% Hydrating 40% Works Well 40%
3.19
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2
1
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Great Value 29% Broke Me Out 25% Irritating 25%