Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Mild Milk SPF 50+ Versus Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Essence Milk SPF 50+
Updated on January 30, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants 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 common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Mild Milk SPF 50+ 32 ingredients
Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Essence Milk SPF 50+ 28 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Mild Milk SPF 50+ 32 ingredients
Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Essence Milk SPF 50+ 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cyclomethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientTripropylene Glycol
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningHdi/PPG/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Cetyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Glycogen
HumectantAlpinia Uraiensis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Pimpinella Anisum Seed Extract
AstringentPrunus Avium Fruit Juice
AstringentButylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Acrylate
Silica
Abrasive
Squalane
Emollient
Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Emulsifying
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Sodium Metaphosphate
BufferingHydrated Silica
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Zinc Oxide, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Tripropylene Glycol, Water, Hdi/PPG/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Glycerin, Cetyl Dimethicone, Ectoin, Glycogen, Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Pimpinella Anisum Seed Extract, Prunus Avium Fruit Juice, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Acrylate, Silica, Squalane, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Sodium Metaphosphate, Hydrated Silica, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclomethicone
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialIsododecane
EmollientHdi/PPG/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer
Tripropylene Glycol
Antioxidant
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol Dicaprate
EmollientAlpinia Speciosa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCoix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycogen
HumectantMorinda Citrifolia Fruit Juice
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Paeonia Albiflora Flower Extract
TonicBHT
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Silica
Abrasive
Squalene
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Water, Cyclomethicone, Zinc Oxide, Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isododecane, Hdi/PPG/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer, Tripropylene Glycol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Alpinia Speciosa Leaf Extract, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Glycogen, Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Juice, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Paeonia Albiflora Flower Extract, BHT, Butylene Glycol, Ectoin, Glycerin, Hydrated Silica, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Isostearic Acid, Silica, Squalene, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Zinc 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 OxideCyclomethicone is a class of silicones used to improve the texture of products.
Their cyclic or circular structure decreases stability. This causes quick evaporation when applied to skin. Cyclomethicones are often used as a carrier for other ingredients. Once it evaporates, it leaves a silky barrier on the skin.
The most popular types of cyclomethicones include D5 and D6.
Learn more about CyclomethiconeTripropylene Glycol is an antioxidant.
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 WaterWe don't have a description for Hdi/PPG/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer yet.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinEctoin is a compound found naturally in some species of bacteria. It can be synthetically created for skincare use.
This ingredient is an osmolyte; Osmolytes help organisms survive osmotic shock (it protects them from extreme conditions). It does this by influencing the properties of biological fluids within cells.
When applied to the skin, ectoin helps bind water molecules to protect our skin. The water forms a sort of armor for the parts of our skin cells, enzymes, proteins, and more.
Besides this, ectoin has many uses in skincare:
A study from 2004 found ectoin to counteract the damage from UV-A exposure at different cell levels. It has also been shown to protect skin against both UV-A, UV-B rays, infrared light, and visible light.
Studies show ectoin to have dual-action pollution protection: first, it protects our skin from further pollution damage. Second, it helps repair damage from pollution.
In fact, ectoin has been shown to help with:
Fun fact: In the EU, ectoin is used in inhalation medication as an anti-pollution ingredient.
Ectoin is a highly stable ingredient. It has a wide pH range of 1-9. Light, oxygen, and temperature do not affect this ingredient.
Learn more about EctoinWe don't have a description for Glycogen yet.
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract comes from the outer layer of a rice kernel. It is a byproduct of milling rice, or the operation to produce a whole grain rice product.
This ingredient has moisturizing properties due to its components of polysaccharides and omega-3 fatty acids. It also contains calcium, selenium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc.
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract contains numerous antioxidants such as ferulic acid. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material.
Learn more about Oryza Sativa Bran ExtractButylene 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.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaHydrogen Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Hydrated Silica is a type of silicon dioxide. It is called 'hydrated silica' because it is silica with extra bonded water atoms.
It is an absorbent and abrasive, meaning it is exfoliating.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied.
Learn more about Hydrated SilicaIngredient Ratings
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Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Mild Milk SPF 50+ 32 ingredients
Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Essence Milk SPF 50+ 28 ingredients
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Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Mild Milk SPF 50+ 32 ingredients
extremely greasy finish and has a horrible white cast. not water resistant at all and the layer of grease can be rubbed off easily. would not recommend for any skin type.
Sekkisei Clear Wellness UV Sunscreen Essence Milk SPF 50+ 28 ingredients
mattifying yet not drying. very much comparable to the popular anessa uv milk, except this one does not leave a grey cast and has only a minimal white cast. also holds up well in a very hot and humid climate. underrated product.
