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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ versus Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ .

Published on February 15, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, SPF and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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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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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

Mineral UV Filter (2)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (3)
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin (2)
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (4)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Irritating (3)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Zinc Oxide • Titanium Dioxide • Dipropylene Glycol • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Glycerin • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Magnesium Sulfate • Methicone • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Mica • Phenoxyethanol • Talc • Parfum • Aluminum Hydroxide • Caprylyl Glycol • Stearic Acid • Dimethicone • Glyceryl Caprylate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate • Propanediol • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • Butylene Glycol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract • Aminopropyl Dimethicone • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Ethylhexylglycerin • Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract • 1,2-Hexanediol • Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract • Prunus Avium Fruit Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract • Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract • Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract • Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract • Plantago Asiatica Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Carica Papaya Fruit Extract • Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract • Prunus Mume Fruit Extract • Prunus Persica Fruit Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract • Saccharomyces Ferment • Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract • Sodium Benzoate • Citrulline • Potassium Sorbate

Water • Propanediol • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Dibutyl Adipate • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Niacinamide • Titanium Dioxide • Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate • Cetyl Alcohol • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Stearyl Alcohol • Silica • Glyceryl Stearate • Cetearyl Olivate • Polysorbate 60 • Glyceryl Caprylate • Aluminum Hydroxide • 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate • Sorbitan Olivate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Methicone • Myristyl Alcohol • Adenosine • Sorbitan Isostearate • Lauryl Alcohol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract • Butylene Glycol • Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract • Coco-Caprylate • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil • Propylene Glycol • Biosaccharide Gum-4 • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract • Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract • Hyaluronic Acid • Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract • Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract • Solanum Lycopersicum Seed Oil • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Punica Granatum Seed Oil • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Mangifera Indica Seed Oil • Lactobacillus • Citrus Paradisi Seed Oil • Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract • Tocopherol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Phenoxyethanol • Chlorphenesin • Parfum

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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!

Learn more about Water

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 1.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 2.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 12.

3
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Mixed

Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.

Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.

With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.

Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.

Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.

Learn more about Titanium Dioxide

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 4.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

4
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Methicone is a type of silicone.

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 11.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.

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.

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 14.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 56.

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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.

Learn more about Parfum

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 16.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 58.

7
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Disliked

Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.

As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.

According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.

In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.

Learn more about Aluminum Hydroxide

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 17.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 19.

8
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Mixed

Glyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut.

Glyceryl Caprylate is used for its emollient and emulsifier properties.

As an emollient, it helps hydrate your skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier on your skin to trap moisture in, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth.

Glyceryl Caprylate helps keep the ingredients such as oil and water together as an emulsifier.

Learn more about Glyceryl Caprylate

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 21.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.

9
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 22.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 52.

10
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

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 Propanediol

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 24.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

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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.

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 27.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 30.

12
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 28.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 28.

13
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Portulaca Oleracea Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Purslane, Portulaca oleracea L., Portulacaceae. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.

Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.

Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.

Nowadays, it is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.

Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 29.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 46.

14
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.

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 34.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 54.

15
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 36.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 55.

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What it does: Astringent, Humectant, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract comes from the Baikal skullcap or Chinese skullcap plant. This plant is native to Northeast Asia and can be found in China, Mongolia, Korea, and Siberia.

In cosmetics, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This is due to the flavonoid composition of Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract.

In Chinese traditional folk medicine, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is used to help treat lung and hypertension.

Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 44.

Frudia Ultra UV Shield Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 44.

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18% have mixed ratings
35% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet
26% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
19% have no rating yet

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