Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ versus Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ .
Published on April 22, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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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
Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ 55 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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
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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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Contains Silicon
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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 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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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Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ 55 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ 55 ingredients
Water • Homosalate • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • CI 77891 • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Cyclopentasiloxane • Acrylates Copolymer • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate • Niacinamide • Propanediol • Cyclohexasiloxane • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Caprylyl Methicone • Sea Water • Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Powder • Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Dimethicone • Triceteareth-4 Phosphate • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Glycol Stearate • Silica • Peg-2 Stearate • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Tromethamine • Caprylyl Glycol • Glyceryl Caprylate • Adenosine • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Pentylene Glycol • Citric Acid • 1,2-Hexanediol • Polyquaternium-51 • Cetearyl Alcohol • Xanthan Gum • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate • Parfum • CI 77492 • CI 77491
Water • Butylene Glycol • Alcohol Denat. • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Octocrylene • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Helichrysum Arenarium Extract • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Silica • Althaea Rosea Root Extract • Caprylyl Glycol • Glycerin • Nylon-12 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Parfum • Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Limonia Acidissima Extract • Dimethicone • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • 1,2-Hexanediol • BHA • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Hydroxide • Rosa Davurica Bud Extract • Potassium Sorbate • Pentylene Glycol • Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract • Camellia Japonica Flower Extract • Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer • Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract • Abronia Villosa Leaf Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Cinchona Succirubra Bark Extract • Prunus Mume Flower Extract • Cyclopentasiloxane • Salvia Officinalis Water • Calendula Officinalis Flower Water • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Water • Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract • Morus Alba Fruit Extract • Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract • Pueraria Lobata Root Extract • Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract • Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract • Methoxy Peg/Ppg-25/4 Dimethicone • Bis-Peg/Ppg-20/5 Peg/Ppg-20/5 Dimethicone • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Caprylyl Methicone • Betaine
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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 WaterNature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinNature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 14.
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.
Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 SalicylateNature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneNature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 39.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneNature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Caprylyl Methicone is a type of silicone.
It helps soften and soothe the skin by creating a thin film on top. This film helps trap moisture, keeping your skin hydrated.
Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 16.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 54.
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 ExtractNature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 36.
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.
Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 22.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 SilicaNature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 27.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is also an emulsifier. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 31.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 GlycolNature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 33.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolNature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 37.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 30.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 39.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 EDTANature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 43.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 25.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 44.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 ParfumNature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 46.
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 17.
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Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ 55 ingredients
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Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
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Nature Republic California Aloe Vera Daily Sun Block SPF 50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk SPF50+/PA+++ 55 ingredients
BrittBrine
I want to love this, as the finish is really nice and it seems to do well at preventing sunburns. The fragrance is just too strong and it's not...
I want to love this, as the finish is really nice and it seems to do well at preventing sunburns. The fragrance is just too strong and it's not reef-safe. It has helped clear up my fungal acne though.
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