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Last updated on April 03, 2024. Published on April 03, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe sunscreens. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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Sunscreen Filipino Brand Philippines
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.

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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

Chemical UV Filter (4)
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin C
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Brightening

Concerns

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

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (5)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Reduces Irritation
Brightening

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

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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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Fresh Skinlab Tomato Glass Skin 3 In 1 Vitamin C Invisible Sun Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Nature Republic California Aloe Fresh Powdery Sun Stick SPF50+ Pa++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.

2
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.

UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.

The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.

Learn more about Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Fresh Skinlab Tomato Glass Skin 3 In 1 Vitamin C Invisible Sun Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.

Nature Republic California Aloe Fresh Powdery Sun Stick SPF50+ Pa++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

3
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.

Fresh Skinlab Tomato Glass Skin 3 In 1 Vitamin C Invisible Sun Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.

Nature Republic California Aloe Fresh Powdery Sun Stick SPF50+ Pa++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.

Bemotrizinol has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. Skin exposed to UV causes free-radical molecules to form. This ingredient works by preventing the UV from reaching your skin.

It is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.

Bemotrizinol is not approved in the US but is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia.

In fact, it is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted by in the EU.

It is oil-soluble.

Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

Fresh Skinlab Tomato Glass Skin 3 In 1 Vitamin C Invisible Sun Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.

Nature Republic California Aloe Fresh Powdery Sun Stick SPF50+ Pa++++ contains this as ingredient number 13.

5
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Fresh Skinlab Tomato Glass Skin 3 In 1 Vitamin C Invisible Sun Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 12.

Nature Republic California Aloe Fresh Powdery Sun Stick SPF50+ Pa++++ contains this as ingredient number 26.

6
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

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Fresh Skinlab Tomato Glass Skin 3 In 1 Vitamin C Invisible Sun Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.

Nature Republic California Aloe Fresh Powdery Sun Stick SPF50+ Pa++++ contains this as ingredient number 25.

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

33% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet
29% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
52% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Fresh Skinlab Tomato Glass Skin 3 In 1 Vitamin C Invisible Sun Gel SPF 50 24 ingredients

Tomato Glass Skin 3 In 1 Vitamin C Invisible Sun Gel SPF 50 hasn't been rated yet.
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Nature Republic California Aloe Fresh Powdery Sun Stick SPF50+ Pa++++ 31 ingredients

3.5 /5
from 2 ratings
Great Value (1) Light Scent (1) Works Well (1)
Yawnkun's avatar

Yawnkun

4 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

This is the only sunscreen so far that doesn't break me out. I also love the matte, powdery finish it leaves on my skin. Easy to reapply too. I...

This is the only sunscreen so far that doesn't break me out. I also love the matte, powdery finish it leaves on my skin. Easy to reapply too. I also like the scent, doesn't linger too much though so it's perfect.

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MiroslavaBedrozova_812

2 months ago · Normal Skin
Review

Smells nice, but it's very irritating to the eyes.

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