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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Goodal Houttuynia Cordata Calming Cooling Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ versus Abib Quick Sunstick Protection Bar SPF50+ PA++++ .

Last updated on September 22, 2023. Published on July 30, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

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, parabens or sulfates

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

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 Houttuynia Cordata Calming Cooling Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++

Starts at $17.10
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Buy Quick Sunstick Protection Bar SPF50+ PA++++

Starts at $15.68

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

Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Dark Spots
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (5)
Ceramides

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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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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Goodal Houttuynia Cordata Calming Cooling Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

Abib Quick Sunstick Protection Bar SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.

2
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.

Goodal Houttuynia Cordata Calming Cooling Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

Abib Quick Sunstick Protection Bar SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 19.

3
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Goodal Houttuynia Cordata Calming Cooling Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.

Abib Quick Sunstick Protection Bar SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

Goodal Houttuynia Cordata Calming Cooling Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.

Abib Quick Sunstick Protection Bar SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 29.

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

47% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
32% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet
47% are loved or liked
20% have mixed ratings
27% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Goodal Houttuynia Cordata Calming Cooling Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ 38 ingredients

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Abib Quick Sunstick Protection Bar SPF50+ PA++++ 30 ingredients

3.7 /5
from 6 ratings
Light Scent (2) Works Well (2) Great Value (1) Light (1)
AshN.'s avatar

AshN.

3 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

(Using Since Jun 2023) Love using this for sunscreen reapplication. It's portable (small enough to fit in my cross-body bag), relatively affordable...

(Using Since Jun 2023) Love using this for sunscreen reapplication. It's portable (small enough to fit in my cross-body bag), relatively affordable (compared to most hyped sunscreen sticks), considering the SPF value/rating and the amount that you get. Big fan of the shape as it contours around the face easily, no white cast, not irritating to my sensitive skin despite the light, pleasant scent. As I only wear under-eye concealer most days, I can't speak on if it goes well over makeup. But I've notice that when I do apply it over my under-eye area (4-5 swipes) it doesn't remove much product (Then again I apply setting spray/powder in my makeup application) At most I just have to touch it up with a small brush. I would say it's also slightly mattifies my moisturizer.

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EvgeniaLoik_986

8 months ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

Ok but not as amazing as everyone says!
I wanted to like it, but after using it for the whole summer l think you may skip this one on your hunt for...

Ok but not as amazing as everyone says!
I wanted to like it, but after using it for the whole summer l think you may skip this one on your hunt for a perfect sun stick. Things l think makes it a very overhyped product are;

A) You can’t layer it on top of the makeup - it slips and slipped okay but it does drag your foundation on and there is no saving grace after you’ve applied it on top.

B) I have combo skin and usually can get away without too much blotting and powder but this stick makes me look like a greasy mess; to be fair it’s not super silicony to the touch but it does look like you are greasy nevertheless

C) and last but no least, it’ feels like a waste of money - if you accidentally drag it a bit too much (which l did) it might fall off in places so it’s agronomical shape looses it’s function;

Anyway, buy at your discretion

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