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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of COOLA Refreshing Water Cream Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 50 versus Supergoop! Superscreen Daily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 40 PA+++ .

Last updated on October 30, 2023. Published on November 05, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

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

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Sunscreen American Brand United States
General Moisturizer American Brand United States

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.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Price

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Buy Refreshing Water Cream Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 50

Starts at $48.00
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Starts at $44.00

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
40

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (4)
PHA
Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture (2)
Anti-Aging (2)
Scar Healing
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (3)
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea (2)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%Homosalate 5%Ethylhexyl Salicylate 3%Octocrylene 5%Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceGlycerinCarthamus Tinctorius OleosomesAdipic Acid/Diglycol CrosspolymerNeopentyl Glycol DiheptanoateSodium Acrylates CopolymerIsododecaneSodium Stearoyl GlutamateGlyceryl StearateWaterCocos Nucifera WaterAloe Barbadensis Flower ExtractHyaluronic AcidSodium HydroxideJasminum Sambac Leaf Cell ExtractTheobroma Cacao Seed Extract Schinus Molle ExtractMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractCorallina Officinalis ExtractArgania Spinosa Kernel OilCoccinia Indica Fruit ExtractSolanum Melongena Fruit ExtractCurcuma Longa Root ExtractOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractOcimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf ExtractLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateLeuconostoc Ferment FiltrateGlyceryl CaprylateSodium BenzoateMethylbenzyl AcetateBenzyl AcetateJuniperus Mexicana OilPropanediolButylene GlycolLecithinCaprylhydroxamic AcidGluconolactoneCitric AcidTocopheryl AcetateBisabololXanthan GumDelta-DecalactoneEthyl ButyrateGamma-NonalactoneGamma-OctalactoneMethyl AnthranilateMethyl BenzoateMimosa Tenuiflora Bark ExtractNerolidolPhenethyl AlcoholHeliotropineAnisaldehydeTriethyl CitrateVanillin

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Methoxydibenzoylmethane

COOLA Refreshing Water Cream Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Supergoop! Superscreen Daily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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COOLA Refreshing Water Cream Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.

Supergoop! Superscreen Daily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Salicylate

COOLA Refreshing Water Cream Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.

Supergoop! Superscreen Daily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin 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.

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COOLA Refreshing Water Cream Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.

Supergoop! Superscreen Daily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 6.

5
What it does: Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising, Skin Conditioning

Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes isn't fungal acne safe.

COOLA Refreshing Water Cream Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 7.

Supergoop! Superscreen Daily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 5.

6
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

We don't have a description for Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate.

COOLA Refreshing Water Cream Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.

Supergoop! Superscreen Daily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 10.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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COOLA Refreshing Water Cream Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 14.

Supergoop! Superscreen Daily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 4.

8
What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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COOLA Refreshing Water Cream Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 46.

Supergoop! Superscreen Daily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 14.

9
What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenethyl Alcohol is a colorless and aromatic alohol. It is naturally occuring in essential oils.

The scent of this ingredient is floral and often compared to rose.

Like other alcohols, this ingredient helps prevent the growth of bacteria. However, its main purpose is to impact a fragrance.

Learn more about Phenethyl Alcohol

COOLA Refreshing Water Cream Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 55.

Supergoop! Superscreen Daily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 20.

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10% have mixed ratings
24% are disliked or very disliked
31% have no rating yet
14% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
38% have no rating yet

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