Hera UV Protector Multi-Defense Fresh SPF 50+ Versus CNP Laboratory Sun Care Tone Up Protection Sun
Updated on August 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both 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 fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Hera UV Protector Multi-Defense Fresh SPF 50+ 49 ingredients
CNP Laboratory Sun Care Tone Up Protection Sun 49 ingredients
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Hera UV Protector Multi-Defense Fresh SPF 50+ 49 ingredients
CNP Laboratory Sun Care Tone Up Protection Sun 49 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Adipate
EmollientPropanediol
SolventEthylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Arginine
Masking
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Polysilicone-15
UV FilterGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingMethylpropanediol
SolventSodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
AbsorbentInulin Lauryl Carbamate
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Sphingomonas Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Polyether-1
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Paeonia Suffruticosa Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningBiosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Paeonia Albiflora Flower Extract
TonicBeta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningDna
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pelargonium Graveolens Extract
MaskingGardenia Florida Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSalvia Officinalis Water
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Water, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Arginine, Niacinamide, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polysilicone-15, Glycerin, Caprylyl Methicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glyceryl Stearate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Methylpropanediol, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Carbomer, Parfum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Sphingomonas Ferment Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Polyether-1, Butylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Paeonia Suffruticosa Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Disodium EDTA, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Paeonia Albiflora Flower Extract, Beta-Carotene, Dna, Hamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Extract, Gardenia Florida Flower Extract, Salvia Officinalis Water, Panthenol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Sea Water
HumectantCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract
Antioxidant
Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningPearl Powder
Tourmaline
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientMagnesium Sulfate
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingIsoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHydroxyapatite
Abrasive
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Montmorillonite
AbsorbentBiosaccharide Gum-4
Skin ConditioningThioctic Acid
Antioxidant
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Zinc Oxide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, CI 77891, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Sea Water, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Pearl Powder, Tourmaline, Caprylyl Methicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Magnesium Sulfate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyapatite, Panthenol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Montmorillonite, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Thioctic Acid, Ubiquinone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Citral, CI 77492, CI 77491
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Caprylyl 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.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is a fatty acid ester.
The fatty acid content of Ethylhexyl Palmitate makes it an emollient. Emollients help soften and hydrate your skin by trapping moisture within.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is also used to help improve the texture of cosmetics. It helps other ingredient dissolve in products and help disperse ingredients more evenly.
You'll likely find this ingredient in sunscreen, as it is often used to mix UV-blocking ingredients such as avobenzone and ethylhexyl triazone.
It can also help stabilize the fragrances in a product as a fragrance fixative.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate can be used to substitute mineral oil.
Due to its high fatty acid content, it may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitatePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolIngredient Ratings
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