Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Essence Gel SPF 50+ Versus Sekkisei Lotion
Updated on January 30, 2025
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Essence Gel SPF 50+ 46 ingredients
Sekkisei Lotion 21 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Essence Gel SPF 50+ 46 ingredients
Sekkisei Lotion 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientIsododecane
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Polysilicone-15
UV FilterDipropylene Glycol
MaskingVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Isotridecyl Isononanoate
EmollientAlpinia Uraiensis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningBetula Alba Bark Extract
Masking
Malt Extract
Skin ProtectingPimpinella Anisum Seed Extract
AstringentPrunus Avium Fruit Juice
AstringentLonicera Caerulea Fruit Juice
HumectantButylene Glycol
Humectant
BHT
Antioxidant
PEG-10 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingVinyl Dimethicone/Lauryl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
Emollient
Algin
Masking
Isohexadecane
EmollientSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCyclomethicone
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Stearoyl Inulin
EmollientPolyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Polyvinyl Alcohol
Polyvinyl Acetate
Emulsion StabilisingLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Zinc Oxide, Alcohol Denat., Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polysilicone-15, Dipropylene Glycol, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Isotridecyl Isononanoate, Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Betula Alba Bark Extract, Malt Extract, Pimpinella Anisum Seed Extract, Prunus Avium Fruit Juice, Lonicera Caerulea Fruit Juice, Butylene Glycol, BHT, PEG-10 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Vinyl Dimethicone/Lauryl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Algin, Isohexadecane, Sorbitan Oleate, Xanthan Gum, Cyclomethicone, Squalane, Stearoyl Inulin, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Polysorbate 80, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Polyvinyl Acetate, Lauroyl Lysine, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tin Oxide, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Titanium Dioxide
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCoix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Melothria Heterophylla Root Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Di-C12-15 Pareth-8 Phosphate
CleansingEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingEthylparaben
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Alcohol, Glycerin, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Melothria Heterophylla Root Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Citric Acid, Di-C12-15 Pareth-8 Phosphate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Polysorbate 80, Sodium Citrate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Triethylhexanoin, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Parfum
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 WaterEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamatePolysorbate 80 is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is used to keep ingredients together, and prevent oils and waters from separating.
It is made from polyethoxylated sorbitan and oleic acid. This ingredient can be found in cosmetics, foods, and medicine. It is water-soluble.
Polysorbate 80 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 80Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient 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.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
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.
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