Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ Versus Holika Holika Less On Skin Redness Calming Cica Sun Stick SPF50
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ 55 ingredients
Holika Holika Less On Skin Redness Calming Cica Sun Stick SPF50 43 ingredients
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Holika Holika Make Up Sun Cream SPF50+ 55 ingredients
Holika Holika Less On Skin Redness Calming Cica Sun Stick SPF50 43 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Methicone
Emollient
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Talc
Abrasive
Parfum
Masking
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Propanediol
SolventCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Aminopropyl Dimethicone
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningFragaria Vesca Fruit Extract
AstringentPrunus Avium Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingLonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCoix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPlantago Asiatica Extract
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCarica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Unshiu Peel Extract
MaskingPrunus Mume Fruit Extract
HumectantPrunus Persica Fruit Extract
Abrasive
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Saccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Citrulline
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
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
Octyldodecanol
EmollientCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Silica
Abrasive
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientDibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientBenzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberIron Oxides
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantMagnesium Sulfate
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Camellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCalamine
AbsorbentCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialGlyceryl Caprylate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCellulose
AbsorbentBiosaccharide Gum-4
Skin ConditioningMineral Salts
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Octyldodecanol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Zinc Oxide, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Silica, Titanium Dioxide, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide, Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Diisostearyl Malate, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Iron Oxides, CI 77491, Magnesium Sulfate, Water, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Calamine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cellulose, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Mineral Salts, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
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 WaterZinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxideTitanium 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 DioxideMagnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.
In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.
You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.
One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.
Learn more about Magnesium SulfateAluminum 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.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideStearic 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 AcidGlyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut. It has 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.
On the other hand, emulsifiers prevent ingredients (such as oil and water) from separating.
Learn more about Glyceryl CaprylatePropanediol 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 PropanediolCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Butylene 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.
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 HyaluronateCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractPolymethylsilsesquioxane 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 Polymethylsilsesquioxane1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
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 preservatives
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 issues and hypertension.
Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractIngredient Ratings
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