ELFORMULA Mugwort Soothing Sun Gel SPF 40 PA+++

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ELFORMULA Mugwort Soothing Sun Gel SPF 40 PA+++ Versus Labore Biomeprotect Physical Sunscreen SPF 45

Sunscreen

Indonesian Brand

Updated on May 21, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Ingredient Info

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ELFORMULA Mugwort Soothing Sun Gel SPF 40 PA+++ 24 ingredients

Labore Biomeprotect Physical Sunscreen SPF 45 31 ingredients

What's inside

At a glance

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ELFORMULA Mugwort Soothing Sun Gel SPF 40 PA+++ 24 ingredients

Labore Biomeprotect Physical Sunscreen SPF 45 31 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Mugwort Soothing Sun Gel SPF 40 PA+++

Water

Skin Conditioning

Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient

Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid

UV Absorber

Glycerin

Humectant

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Centella Asiatica Leaf Water

Dimethicone

Tromethamine

Polyphenylsilsesquioxane

Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid

UV Absorber

Vinyl Dimethicone

Panthenol

Skin Conditioning

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer

Solvent

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Skin Conditioning

Glyceryl Glucoside

Humectant

Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer

PEG-10 Dimethicone

Hexylene Glycol

Hydroxyacetophenone

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Dipropylene Glycol

Sodium Citrate

Tocopherol

0-3 / 0-3 Vitamin E Icon

Artemisia Vulgaris Extract

Skin Conditioning

1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning

Biomeprotect Physical Sunscreen SPF 45

1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning

Water

Skin Conditioning

Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract

Skin Conditioning

Bifida Ferment Lysate

Skin Conditioning

Biosaccharide Gum-1

Skin Conditioning

Bisabolol

Masking

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Skin Conditioning

Caprylhydroxamic Acid

Caprylyl Methicone

Skin Conditioning

Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone

Citric Acid

Cyclopentasiloxane

Dimethicone

Disteardimonium Hectorite

Hexyl Laurate

Mineral Salts

Phenoxyethanol

Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate

Emulsifying

Polymethyl Methacrylate

Pongamol

Propanediol

Propylene Carbonate

Saccharide Isomerate

Silica

Sodium Chloride

Sodium Citrate

Sorbitan Olivate

Tetrasodium EDTA

Titanium Dioxide

Cosmetic Colorant

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Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Zinc Oxide

Cosmetic Colorant

1 / 0 Mineral UV Filter Icon

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

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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

Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane

Dimethicone

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.

What it does:

Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:

Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.

Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.

This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.

Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.

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Sodium Citrate

Buffering, Masking

Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.

Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.

The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).

Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.

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Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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