Labore Biomeprotect Physical Sunscreen SPF 45 Versus Wardah UV Shield Acne Calming Sunscreen Moisturizer SPF 35 PA+++
Updated on July 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Labore Biomeprotect Physical Sunscreen SPF 45 31 ingredients
Wardah UV Shield Acne Calming Sunscreen Moisturizer SPF 35 PA+++ 23 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Labore Biomeprotect Physical Sunscreen SPF 45 31 ingredients
Wardah UV Shield Acne Calming Sunscreen Moisturizer SPF 35 PA+++ 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Capillaris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningBifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningBisabolol
Masking
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingHexyl Laurate
Emollient
Mineral Salts
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Pongamol
MaskingPropanediol
SolventPropylene Carbonate
SolventSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantSilica
Abrasive
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Tetrasodium EDTA
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
1,2-Hexanediol, Water, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Bisabolol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Methicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Citric Acid, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Hexyl Laurate, Mineral Salts, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Pongamol, Propanediol, Propylene Carbonate, Saccharide Isomerate, Silica, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Sorbitan Olivate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Titanium Dioxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Zinc Oxide
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cetearyl Olivate
Propanediol
SolventButylene Glycol
Humectant
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTriethylene Glycol
Masking
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Tetrasodium EDTA
Lecithin
EmollientBHT
Antioxidant
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Niacinamide, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl Olivate, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Octocrylene, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Olivate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Allantoin, Panthenol, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Triethylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Tetrasodium EDTA, Lecithin, BHT
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 WaterPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
We don't have a description for Polymethyl Methacrylate yet.
Propanediol 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 PropanediolSorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
This ingredient is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.
Due to its olive oil base, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateTetrasodium EDTA is the salt formed from neutralizing ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid with sodium hydroxide. It is a chelating agent and used to prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps keep the product and ingredients stable.
Tetrasodium EDTA comes as a white solid and is soluble in water.
Ingredient Ratings
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Labore Biomeprotect Physical Sunscreen SPF 45 31 ingredients
Wardah UV Shield Acne Calming Sunscreen Moisturizer SPF 35 PA+++ 23 ingredients
Reviews
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Labore Biomeprotect Physical Sunscreen SPF 45 31 ingredients
Wardah UV Shield Acne Calming Sunscreen Moisturizer SPF 35 PA+++ 23 ingredients
good texture, not heavy at all but somehow caused me acne☹️
