Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 versus COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ .
Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on May 14, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, 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
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 32 ingredients
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ 45 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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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 😥
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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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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 32 ingredients
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ 45 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 32 ingredients
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ 45 ingredients
Octocrylene 9% • Homosalate 5% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 1.5% • Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer • Alcohol Denat. • Blue 1 Lake • Caprylyl Methicone • Chlorphenesin • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Diisopropyl Adipate • Dimethicone • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Disodium EDTA • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Hydroxyacetophenone • Parfum • Pentylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Polyurethane-62 • Silica • Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Crosspolymer • Sodium Hydroxide • Tocopheryl Acetate • Trideceth-6 • Benzophenone-3 4.5% • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • Menthyl Lactate • Hc Violet No. 2 • Water
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Glycerin • Propylene Glycol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Alcohol • Dimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Glyceryl Stearate • Titanium Dioxide • C14-22 Alcohols • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Peg-100 Stearate • Triethanolamine • Silica • Sodium Hydroxide • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • Aluminum Hydroxide • Stearic Acid • Parfum • Caprylyl Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Aloe Arborescens Leaf Extract • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Carbomer • Xanthan Gum • Limonene • Tocopheryl Acetate • Disodium EDTA • Hexyl Cinnamal • Linalool • Benzyl Salicylate • Geraniol • Benzyl Alcohol • Citronellol • Benzyl Benzoate • Citral
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate comes from carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol. It is an emollient and gives skin a velvet feel. The sources of Dicaprylyl Carbonate may be synthetic or from animals.
As an emollient, Dicaprylyl Carbonate creates a film on the skin. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 10.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
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.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 12.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 EDTANeutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 14.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 37.
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 GlycerinNeutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 15.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateNeutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 ParfumNeutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 27.
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.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 21.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 29.
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 SilicaNeutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 23.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideNeutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 25.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 22.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateNeutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 26.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 36.
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 WaterNeutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 55.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
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Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 32 ingredients
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ 45 ingredients
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Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 32 ingredients
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Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF 30 32 ingredients
Brittskye157
Does it’s job
I think this is nothing complicated, does it’s job it’s lightweight, slippery, a little bit of a shine once dries down a little, it...
Does it’s job
I think this is nothing complicated, does it’s job it’s lightweight, slippery, a little bit of a shine once dries down a little, it doesn’t pill and my make up goes on top easily. Great product
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ 45 ingredients
mooj
sword
Broke Me Out Horrifically
I used to use this when I was in school and had awful acne, so I didn't notice it caused me to break out until I decided...
Broke Me Out Horrifically
I used to use this when I was in school and had awful acne, so I didn't notice it caused me to break out until I decided to try it again recently. It gave me an awful break out all over my cheeks, and flared up my rosacea. It took a few days to recover. Also this has a white cast, so beware if that's something you typically avoid.
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