Celimax Oil Control Mattifying Sun Stick SPF 50+ Versus MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Bio Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA+++
This chemical sunscreen covers the full UV range and blocks ~98% of UVB at SPF 50.
This hybrid sunscreen covers the full UV range and blocks ~98% of UVB at SPF 50.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Vinyldimethicone
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPolysilicone-15
UV Filter
Silica
Abrasive
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
HumectantPinus Palustris Leaf Extract
TonicUlmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract
AstringentCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Calamine
AbsorbentSynthetic Wax, Dibutyl Adipate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Methicone, Isopropyl Palmitate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Vinyldimethicone, Ozokerite, Polysilicone-15, Silica, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Bisabolol, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Asiaticoside, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Calamine
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingCeresin
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates Copolymer
Water
Skin ConditioningDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientIsoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientIsoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Nylon-12
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Fructan
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Germ Extract
EmollientOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
BHT
Antioxidant
Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract
Antimicrobial
Angelica Gigas Root Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Morus Alba Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningPhellinus Linteus Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygonum Multiflorum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSophora Flavescens Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Astringent
Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningLycopodium Clavatum Extract
Skin ConditioningEquisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentPropanediol
Solvent
Biosaccharide Gum-4
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientAtelocollagen
Skin Conditioning
Desamido Collagen
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Collagen
Moisturising
Collagen Amino Acids
Moisturising
Astaxanthin
Skin Conditioning
Glutathione
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Fullerenes
AntimicrobialHexapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Procollagen
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Nonapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
Humectant
Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Triethylhexanoin, Ceresin, Acrylates Copolymer, Water, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Isoamyl Laurate, Dibutyl Adipate, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Ozokerite, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Nylon-12, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Microcrystalline Wax, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Sorbitan Olivate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Glycine Soja Oil, Disodium EDTA, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Fructan, Oryza Sativa Germ Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, BHT, Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract, Angelica Gigas Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Sophora Flavescens Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract, Pvp, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Lycopodium Clavatum Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Propanediol, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Atelocollagen, Desamido Collagen, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Polysorbate 80, Soluble Collagen, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Ubiquinone, Collagen, Collagen Amino Acids, Astaxanthin, Glutathione, Sodium Benzoate, Fullerenes, Hexapeptide-9, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Copper Tripeptide-1, Procollagen, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Nonapeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Tripeptide-1, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hyaluronic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Potassium Hyaluronate, Parfum
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
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 GlycolDibutyl Adipate is a lightweight, oil-soluble ester that acts as an emollient and solvent. It helps products spread more easily and leaves a soft, silky, dry-touch finish without being greasy.
You'll likely see this ingredient in sunscreens because it does a nice job dissolving UV filters and keeping them evenly distributed.
This ingredient has been found to be safe as used in cosmetics, wasn't a skin or eye irritant in clinical patch testing, and wasn't phototoxic.
In a clinical comedogenicity test, this ingredient tested negative so it isn't likely to clog pores.
Typical use levels are about 5-8% for sunscreens + nail products, but can range from 0.005%-8% depending on the product.
Learn more about Dibutyl AdipateDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UV-A absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm).
DHHB is well-liked for:
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%. Unfortunately, it has not been approved for use in the US or Canada due to slow regulatory processes.
This ingredient is soluble in oils, fats, and lipids.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateEthylhexyl Palmitate, also known as octyl palmitate, is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid.
In cosmetics, it plays many roles:
One thing worth noting: a controlled study found this ingredient applied under occlusion to acne-prone subjects increased microcomedones. Just keep in mind this was under occlusive conditions and don't reflect how most products are used day-to-day.
For most people, this is a well-tolerated and lightweight ingredient.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is an ester of palmitic acid, a C16 fatty acid that falls within the C11-24 range that Malassezia can metabolize.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinOzokerite is a naturally occuring mineral wax. In cosmetics, ozokerite is used as a texture enhancer.
Ceresin wax is derived from this ingredient.
The melting point of ozokerite is 58-100 C.
Ozokerite is found all over the world including Scotland, the US, and India.
Learn more about OzokeriteTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolThis tree is also known as the David Elm. It contains the ingredient bakuchiol.
Other great compounds found in this ingredient include galactose, glucose, and phenolics. The sugar content gives it great skin hydrating properties. Phenolics are potent antioxidants commonly found in fruits and veggies.
A 2020 study found the phenolics of this root to have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Fun fact: This ingredient is used in traditional Asian medicine.
Learn more about Ulmus Davidiana Root ExtractWater. 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!
Learn more about Water
