HELIOCARE 360º MD A-R Emulsion SPF50+ Versus iUNIK Beta-Glucan Barrier Sunscreen SPF 50+
Updated on April 08, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin 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
HELIOCARE 360º MD A-R Emulsion SPF50+ 44 ingredients
iUNIK Beta-Glucan Barrier Sunscreen SPF 50+ 42 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
At a glance
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HELIOCARE 360º MD A-R Emulsion SPF50+ 44 ingredients
iUNIK Beta-Glucan Barrier Sunscreen SPF 50+ 42 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCoconut Alkanes
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Isododecane
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Tris-Biphenyl Triazine
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Polypodium Leucotomos Leaf Extract
Skin ProtectingPhenethyl Benzoate
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningTambourissa Trichophylla Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlutathione
Physalis Angulata Extract
Skin ProtectingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Squalane
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPropylene Carbonate
SolventDecyl Glucoside
CleansingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium Phosphate
BufferingMagnesium Sulfate
Disodium EDTA
Phenylpropanol
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Coconut Alkanes, Zinc Oxide, Caprylyl Methicone, Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Butylene Glycol, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Tris-Biphenyl Triazine, Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polypodium Leucotomos Leaf Extract, Phenethyl Benzoate, Pentylene Glycol, Tambourissa Trichophylla Leaf Extract, Glutathione, Physalis Angulata Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Propylene Glycol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Decyl Glucoside, Tocopherol, Sodium Citrate, Xanthan Gum, Disodium Phosphate, Magnesium Sulfate, Disodium EDTA, Phenylpropanol, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77491
Water
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Adipate
Emollient2,3-Butanediol
HumectantEthylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Drometrizole Trisiloxane
UV Absorber
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Tromethamine
BufferingDiethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
Diisopropyl Sebacate
EmollientVinyldimethicone
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Batyl Alcohol
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingArachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingGlucose
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Chlorella Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Water, Dibutyl Adipate, 2,3-Butanediol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Behenyl Alcohol, Tromethamine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Vinyldimethicone, Arachidyl Alcohol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Methicone, Batyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Arachidyl Glucoside, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Stearyl Alcohol, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Lecithin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose Gum, Glucose, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Beta-Glucan, Maltodextrin, Chlorella Ferment, Lactobacillus Ferment, Panax Ginseng Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
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 GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCaprylyl Methicone is a type of silicone.
It helps soften and soothe the skin by creating a thin film on top. This film helps trap moisture, keeping your skin hydrated.
This ingredient comes as a powder made up of small, porous, microbeads. It is used to add a silky feel to products and also helps absorb oil.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolStearic 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.
Learn more about Stearic AcidWater. 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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HELIOCARE 360º MD A-R Emulsion SPF50+ 44 ingredients
iUNIK Beta-Glucan Barrier Sunscreen SPF 50+ 42 ingredients
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