Elixir Day Care Revolution Tone Up SPF 50+ Versus Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh Rice + B5 SPF 50+
This chemical sunscreen covers the full UV range and blocks ~98% of UVB at SPF 50.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Vp/Va Copolymer
Polysilicone-15
UV Filter
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
EmollientCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
PEG/PPG-17/4 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningInositol
Humectant
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Prunus Speciosa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Lamium Album Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Potentilla Erecta Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein
Skin ConditioningMelilotus Officinalis Extract
AstringentPolyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Nasturtium Officinale Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningArginine Hcl
Skin ConditioningCoix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSoluble Collagen
Humectant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether
Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Emulsifying
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientBHT
Antioxidant
Polysilicone-2
Succinoglycan
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantHypericum Erectum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantVp/Va Copolymer, Polysilicone-15, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, CI 77120, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, PEG/PPG-17/4 Dimethyl Ether, Inositol, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Prunus Speciosa Leaf Extract, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Lamium Album Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Potentilla Erecta Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein, Melilotus Officinalis Extract, Polyquaternium-51, Nasturtium Officinale Leaf/Stem Extract, Arginine Hcl, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Soluble Collagen, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, BHT, Polysilicone-2, Succinoglycan, Silica, Mica, Hypericum Erectum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Dimethicone, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492
Water
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Seed Water
Antimicrobial
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Drometrizole Trisiloxane
UV Absorber
Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate
Emulsifying
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Tromethamine
BufferingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPoly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Emulsion StabilisingMethylpropanediol
SolventCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Polyether-1
Polyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Inositol
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ferulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Rice Amino Acids
Skin Conditioning
Rice Sh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Water, Oryza Sativa Seed Water, Dibutyl Adipate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Tromethamine, Panthenol, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Silica, Caprylyl Methicone, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Propanediol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Methylpropanediol, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Glycerin, Polyether-1, Polyquaternium-51, Beta-Glucan, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Inositol, Tocopherol, Ferulic Acid, Citric Acid, Ceramide NP, Phytosphingosine, Rice Amino Acids, Rice Sh-Oligopeptide-1
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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.
This ingredient is better known as bemotrizinol or Tinosorb S and is one of the best broad-spectrum UV filters in modern sunscreen.
It works by absorbing UV light across a whole range (280-400 nm) with peaks around 310 nm (UVB) and 340-345 nm (UVA). This means it covers UVB plus the deeper UVA wavelengths that drive photoaging and pigmentation.
Another pro?
It's exceptionally photostable, barely degrades in sunlight, and acts as a "bodyguard" for less stable filters.
That's why you'll see it paired with avobenzone or octinoxate; this team up ensures they keep working through sun exposure.
Safety reviews have been reassuring across the board. This ingredient shows low absorption through the skin, rarely irritates, and lab studies found it doesn't act like a hormone in the body (a concern that's been raised about some older sunscreen filters).
On maximum concentrations:
In 2026, the US F.D.A finally added it as an OTC sunscreen ingredient at concentrations up to 6% for adults / children 6 months and older
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineDiethylamino 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 BenzoateInositol is a sugar alcohol naturally found in the human body. Our bodies use this ingredient in the process of growing new cells.
Studies show inositol to be a key component for keratinocyte growth.
Keratinocytes make up the majority of the outermost layer of skin. These cells protect our skin from UV exposure, infection, and help keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient is also considered a humectant. Humectants help hydrate the skin by drawing moisture to it.
Learn more about InositolPolyquaternium-51 is a polymer salt. It helps hydrate the skin by creating a film on top. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaTocopherol 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 Tocopherol
