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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Kosé Suncut Prodefense Tone Up UV Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ versus SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Tone-up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ .

Published on September 27, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 6 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, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Sunscreen Japanese Brand Japan
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.

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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

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

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (2)
Skin Texture (2)
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (3)
Mineral UV Filter
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

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

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UVA absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm) and photostability.

DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%.

UV absorbers are an agent that absorbs UV rays. They protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.

UV rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation from the sun. Other sources include tanning beds and welding torches. Radiation is the emission of energy. UV Rays are divided into 3 groups. UVA (320-400 nm) contains the least amount of energy. They are linked to long term skin damage such as wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA in skin cells. UVB causes sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer. UVC (200-280 nm) contains the highest amount of energy. Our ozone blocks UVC. UVC can also originate from welding torches, mercury lamps, and sanitizing bulbs.

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Kosé Suncut Prodefense Tone Up UV Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 12.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Tone-up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

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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.

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Kosé Suncut Prodefense Tone Up UV Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 14.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Tone-up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
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:

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Kosé Suncut Prodefense Tone Up UV Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 20.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Tone-up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.

4
What it does: Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.

Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.

As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.

Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.

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Kosé Suncut Prodefense Tone Up UV Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Tone-up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 42.

5
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Kosé Suncut Prodefense Tone Up UV Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 25.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Tone-up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 22.

6
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Polyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.

It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.

Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.

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Kosé Suncut Prodefense Tone Up UV Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 28.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Tone-up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

22% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet
30% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
22% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Kosé Suncut Prodefense Tone Up UV Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients

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SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Tone-up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ 46 ingredients

2.5 /5
from 4 ratings
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Martina

4 months ago · Oily Skin
Review

I really wanted to like it, but it's just way too thick for my skin and left a white cast that just would not absorb.

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