Frankly Cicahae Sun SPF 50 PA++++ Versus Sola Beauty Foundation Primer SPF 50+ - Light Beige
Updated on April 29, 2025
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Frankly Cicahae Sun SPF 50 PA++++ 41 ingredients
Sola Beauty Foundation Primer SPF 50+ 32 ingredients
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Frankly Cicahae Sun SPF 50 PA++++ 41 ingredients
Sola Beauty Foundation Primer SPF 50+ 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Adipate
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Tromethamine
BufferingPolyglyceryl-3 Distearate
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polysilicone-15
UV Filter
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Methylpropanediol
SolventCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyether-1
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Water, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Niacinamide, Tromethamine, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polysilicone-15, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Caprylyl Methicone, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Methylpropanediol, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Adenosine, Silica, Butylene Glycol, Polyether-1, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Madecassoside, Tocopherol, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
C16-18 Hydroxyalkyl Hydroxydimerdilinoleyl Ether
EmollientCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Talc
Abrasive
Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Cyclohexasiloxane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, C16-18 Hydroxyalkyl Hydroxydimerdilinoleyl Ether, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Silica, CI 77492, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Talc, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Dimethicone, CI 77491, CI 77499, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractSilica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaWater. 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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