Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Missha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ versus Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ .
Last updated on October 07, 2023. Published on March 16, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols and fragrances
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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
Missha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ 55 ingredients
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ 49 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Missha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ 55 ingredients
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ 49 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Missha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ 55 ingredients
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ 49 ingredients
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Silica • Zinc Oxide • Dipropylene Glycol • Butylene Glycol • Peg-10 Laurate • Trimethoxysilyl Dimethicone • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Caprylyl Methicone • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Isopropyl Palmitate • CI 77891 • Alcohol Denat. • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Helichrysum Arenarium Extract • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Magnesium Hydroxide • Zinc Sulfate • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Dimethicone • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Quaternium-18 Bentonite • Aluminum Hydroxide • Stearic Acid • Glycerin • Hydrogen Dimethicone • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Sodium Benzoate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Disodium EDTA • EDTA • Potassium Sorbate • Caprylyl Glycol • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Isostearic Acid • Isopropyl Myristate • Lecithin • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • CI 77492 • Limonia Acidissima Extract • CI 77491 • Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer • Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer • Biosaccharide Gum-4 • Rosa Davurica Bud Extract • Cinchona Succirubra Bark Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Abronia Villosa Leaf Extract • Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract • Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Acrylates Copolymer • Alcohol Denat. • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Octocrylene • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Butylene Glycol • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Cetearyl Olivate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Silica • Beeswax • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Abronia Villosa Leaf Extract • Cinchona Succirubra Bark Extract • Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract • Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract • Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract • Equisetum Arvense Extract • Olea Europaea Leaf Extract • Vaccinium Oxycoccos Seedcake • Fructan • Glucose • Sophora Japonica Flower Extract • Pentylene Glycol • Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract • Camellia Japonica Flower Extract • Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract • Prunus Mume Flower Extract • Glyceryl Stearate • Sorbitan Olivate • Sorbitan Stearate • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Isostearoyl Lactylate • Potassium Sorbate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Parfum • Coco-Glucoside • 1,2-Hexanediol • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer • Tromethamine • Isohexadecane • Disodium EDTA • Polysorbate 80 • Sorbitan Oleate
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMissha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 SilicaMissha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Butylene 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.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Missha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateMissha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Ethylhexyl 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 MethoxycinnamateMissha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 12.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.
Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.
One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.
Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.Missha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.
Bemotrizinol has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. Skin exposed to UV causes free-radical molecules to form. This ingredient works by preventing the UV from reaching your skin.
It is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.
Bemotrizinol is not approved in the US but is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia.
In fact, it is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted by in the EU.
It is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineMissha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 12.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term '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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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.
Learn more about ParfumMissha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 30.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 40.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAMissha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 34.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 47.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateMissha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 36.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 37.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolMissha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 37.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 35.
We don't have a description for Cinchona Succirubra Bark Extract.
Missha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 51.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae.
You may know Aloe to be a good sunburn reliever and inflammation reducer. This is because it contains many components that are known to help reduce irritation and itchiness. These include vitamins, amino acids, polysaccharides, and more. The high water content of aloe also helps give a cooling effect.
Aloe contains the antioxidants Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins neutralize free radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
The aloe plant is naturally abundant in polysaccharides, a carbohydrate made of sugar molecules. Polysaccharides help hydrate your skin by mimicking your skin's natural carbohydrates.
As it is easily absorbed by the skin, aloe is a great moisturizer. It is both a humectant and emollient. Emollients help trap moisture in your skin, keeping your skin soft. Humectants draw water from the air to your skin.
Other components of aloe include sugars such as monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, choline, many common minerals such as calcium, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Aloe does not protect against UV rays, despite it soothing sunburns.
There are over 420 species of aloe but Aloe Barbadensis is the most commonly used for topical products.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractMissha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 52.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 15.
We don't have a description for Abronia Villosa Leaf Extract.
Missha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 53.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 16.
We don't have a description for Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract.
Missha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 54.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
We don't have a description for Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract.
Missha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 55.
Missha All-Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk EX SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 19.
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Missha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ 55 ingredients
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Missha All Around Safe Block Soft Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++ 55 ingredients
sylvia
holly grail!
literally the best sunscreen for oily skin & for people looking for matte sunscreen, after using this my skin appear less oily and...
holly grail!
literally the best sunscreen for oily skin & for people looking for matte sunscreen, after using this my skin appear less oily and makes my skin really matte but i wouldnt recommend for people with dry skin or if youre looking for dewy looking skin
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