Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 versus COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 .
Last updated on September 18, 2023. Published on April 01, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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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
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 46 ingredients
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 33 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 46 ingredients
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 33 ingredients
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Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 46 ingredients
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 33 ingredients
Homosalate 8.5% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 8.5% • Zinc Oxide 12.1% • Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Propanediol • Glycerin • Cetearyl Olivate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Lauroyl Lysine • Phenyl Trimethicone • Dimethicone • Sorbitan Olivate • Inulin Lauryl Carbamate • Xanthan Gum • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • 1,2-Hexanediol • Caprylyl Glycol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Polyester-8 • Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Menthone Glycerin Acetal • Lactic Acid • Arachidyl Alcohol • Chlorphenesin • Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract • Niacinamide • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Coco-Glucoside • Behenyl Alcohol • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Silica • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Arachidyl Glucoside • Sodium Citrate • Parfum • Sodium Hyaluronate • Magnesium Aspartate • Zinc Gluconate • Phenoxyethanol • Copper Gluconate
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 1.75% • Homosalate 5% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 2% • Octocrylene 5% • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Brassica Campestris Seed Oil • Butylene Glycol • Camelina Sativa Seed Oil • Caprylyl Glycol • Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetyl Palmitate • Decyl Glucoside • Dimethicone • Glycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil • Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil • Methyl Dihydroabietate • Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Polysilicone-11 • Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil • Silica • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Phytate • Sorbitan Oleate • Sorbitan Palmitate • Squalane • Tropolone • Water • Xanthan Gum
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Ingredients Explained
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Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateGlow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateGlow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneGlow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
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!
Learn more about WaterGlow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 32.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinGlow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 16.
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.
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumGlow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 33.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 17.
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.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolGlow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 21.
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholGlow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 25.
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceGlow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 36.
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Silica 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 SilicaGlow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 37.
COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 25.
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Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Sunscreen SPF 50 46 ingredients
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