Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 versus COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 .
Published on July 11, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and SPF
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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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.
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Ingredient Info
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 33 ingredients
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 32 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Malassezia Safe
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Vegan
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Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 33 ingredients
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 32 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 33 ingredients
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 32 ingredients
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2% • Homosalate 10% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 5.5% • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Anisaldehyde • Benzyl Acetate • Butylene Glycol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Caprylyl Glycol • Cocos Nucifera Water • Delta-Decalactone • Didecyldimonium Chloride • Ethyl Butyrate • Gamma-Nonalactone • Gamma-Octalactone • Heliotropine • Jasminum Sambac Leaf Cell Extract • Juniperus Mexicana Oil • Methyl Benzoate • Methylpropanediol • Nerolidol • Polyquaternium-80 • Propanediol • Schinus Molle Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Phytate • Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract • Tridecane • Triethyl Citrate • Undecane • Vanillin • Water
Hyaluronic Acid • Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2% • Homosalate 10% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 6% • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil • Butylene Glycol • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Calcium Gluconate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Extract • Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Extract • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Jasminum Sambac Leaf Cell Extract • Nylon-12 • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Pinus Pinaster Leaf Extract • Propanediol • Schinus Molle Extract • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Water • Xanthan Gum
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Ingredients Explained
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Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneCOOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 1.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateCOOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 2.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateCOOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 3.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneCOOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 4.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae.
You may know Aloe to be a good sunburn reliever and inflammation reducer. This is because it contains many components that are known to help reduce irritation and itchiness. These include vitamins, amino acids, polysaccharides, and more. The high water content of aloe also helps give a cooling effect.
Aloe contains the antioxidants Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins neutralize free radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
The aloe plant is naturally abundant in polysaccharides, a carbohydrate made of sugar molecules. Polysaccharides help hydrate your skin by mimicking your skin's natural carbohydrates.
As it is easily absorbed by the skin, aloe is a great moisturizer. It is both a humectant and emollient. Emollients help trap moisture in your skin, keeping your skin soft. Humectants draw water from the air to your skin.
Other components of aloe include sugars such as monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, choline, many common minerals such as calcium, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Aloe does not protect against UV rays, despite it soothing sunburns.
There are over 420 species of aloe but Aloe Barbadensis is the most commonly used for topical products.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractCOOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 5.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 7.
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.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 8.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCOOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 9.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Jasminum Sambac Leaf Cell Extract is a fragrance.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 18.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolCOOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 24.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 23.
We don't have a description for Schinus Molle Extract.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 25.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateCOOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 26.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 27.
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract comes from the Theobroma cacoa, or Cacao tree. Cacao trees are native to tropical landscapes.
Cacao seed butter extract antioxidants known as polyphenols. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules by stabilizing them. Unstable free-radicals may cause damage to your skin cells. Antioxidants may help with anti-aging.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 28.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 29.
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 WaterCOOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 contains this as ingredient number 33.
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 31.
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COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 33 ingredients
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 32 ingredients
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COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Sunscreen SPF 18 33 ingredients
COOLA Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 32 ingredients
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