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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ versus Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ .

Published on April 07, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 11 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 parabens

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances, silicones and sulfates

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Sunscreen South Korean Brand South Korea
Sunscreen South Korean Brand South Korea

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.

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.

Price

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Buy Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++

Starts at $9.59
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Buy All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++

Starts at $13.37

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
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter (2)
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

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

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Irritating (2)
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (4)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

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

Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Zinc Oxide • Alcohol • Dicaprylyl Ether • Dipropylene Glycol • Titanium Dioxide • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Viscum Album Leaf Extract • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract • Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract • Carex Humillis Root Extract • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil • Citrus Aurantifolia Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil • Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract • Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract • Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract • Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil • Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil • Hyaluronic Acid • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables • Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Cyclomethicone • Magnesium Sulfate • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Methicone • Ceramide Ns • Aluminum Hydroxide • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Octyldodecanol • Dimethicone • Stearic Acid • Glyceryl Caprylate • Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Butylene Glycol • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Cellulose Gum

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: 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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Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

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.

D5 is 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

Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.

According to the manufacturer, acidic formulations decrease the stability of this ingredient. It works best in neutral or near neutral formulations.

Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 30.

Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.

4
What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.

In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.

You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.

One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.

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Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 32.

Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 19.

5
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Disliked

Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.

As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.

According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.

In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.

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Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 36.

Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 20.

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

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 38.

Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 33.

7
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 40.

Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.

8
What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.

Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.

Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

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Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 41.

Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 22.

9
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.

Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.

Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 44.

Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.

10
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 46.

Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.

As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.

Learn more about Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 47.

Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 24.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

25% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
46% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet
17% are loved or liked
5% have mixed ratings
54% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet

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Etude House Sun-Prise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+ PA+++ 48 ingredients

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Missha All Around Safe Block Waterproof Sun Milk SPF50+/PA++++ 41 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 3 reviews
chlolands's Avatar'
Feb 19, 2024

Light, doesn't make you greasy, leaves no whitecast

Light, doesn't make you greasy, leaves no whitecast

Great Value
Light
Absorbs Well
No Scent
Works Well
MahakSethi's Avatar'
Apr 25, 2024

Noticeably works better than other sunscreens I've used, don't tan at all with this. No white-cast.

Noticeably works better than other sunscreens I've used, don't tan at all with this. No white-cast.

Light
Works Well

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