COSRX Airy-Light Invisible Sun Stick SPF 50+ Versus COSRX Airy-Light Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF 50
Updated on June 25, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
COSRX Airy-Light Invisible Sun Stick SPF 50+ 38 ingredients
COSRX Airy-Light Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 30 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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COSRX Airy-Light Invisible Sun Stick SPF 50+ 38 ingredients
COSRX Airy-Light Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Silica
Abrasive
Vinyldimethicone
Polysilicone-15
UV FilterSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Propylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingBisabolol
Masking
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTriethyl Citrate
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
MaskingMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Synthetic Wax, Caprylyl Methicone, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Ozokerite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Silica, Vinyldimethicone, Polysilicone-15, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Ceresin, Bisabolol, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethyl Citrate, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Water, Niacinamide, Allantoin, Zinc PCA, Panthenol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
Diethylhexyl Carbonate
EmollientHomosalate
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientDimethiconol
Emollient
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Isononanoate
EmollientSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientEthylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Candelilla Wax Esters
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Homosalate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Synthetic Wax, Octocrylene, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Diisostearyl Malate, Dimethiconol, Trisiloxane, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polyethylene, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Candelilla Wax Esters, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is a chemical UV filter structurally similar to octisalate. It is a photostabilizer, SPF booster, emollient and solvent. This ingredient helps evenly spread out ingredients.
According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for pairing with micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateThis ingredient comes as a powder made up of small, porous, microbeads. It is used to add a silky feel to products and also helps absorb oil.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolSodium 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 HyaluronateSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteSynthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateIngredient Ratings
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