Nivea Sun Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ Versus Farm Stay Hyaluronic UV Shield Sun Block Cream SPF 50+ PA+++
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain parabens and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Nivea Sun Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
Farm Stay Hyaluronic UV Shield Sun Block Cream SPF 50+ PA+++ 31 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Nivea Sun Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
Farm Stay Hyaluronic UV Shield Sun Block Cream SPF 50+ PA+++ 31 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantPyrus Cydonia Seed Extract
MaskingGeranium Robertianum Extract
AstringentPhellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingBHT
Antioxidant
Methylparaben
Preservative
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Pyrus Cydonia Seed Extract, Geranium Robertianum Extract, Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hydroxide, BHT, Methylparaben
Water
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Cyclomethicone
Emollient
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Rosa Centifolia Flower Water
Skin ConditioningCollagen Extract
Skin Conditioning
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Propylparaben
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
Water, Titanium Dioxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Zinc Oxide, Paraffinum Liquidum, Cyclomethicone, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Sodium Chloride, Beeswax, Sodium Hyaluronate, Microcrystalline Wax, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Rosa Centifolia Flower Water, Collagen Extract, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Adenosine, Propylparaben, Methylparaben, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, Parfum
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 WaterEthylhexyl 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 MethoxycinnamatePropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateMethylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenIngredient Ratings
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Nivea Sun Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
Farm Stay Hyaluronic UV Shield Sun Block Cream SPF 50+ PA+++ 31 ingredients
Reviews
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Farm Stay Hyaluronic UV Shield Sun Block Cream SPF 50+ PA+++ 31 ingredients
pills crazy ,and it leaves a white cast on my medium light complexion 💀 like cmon
Honestly really liked it despite it being ranked 3% for me
