Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of PURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ versus Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ .
Last updated on August 16, 2023. Published on February 15, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain 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
PURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is 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 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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PURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
PURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
Water • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Dibutyl Adipate • Propanediol • Butylene Glycol • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Titanium Dioxide • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Hydrogenated Polydecene • 1,2-Hexanediol • Centella Asiatica Extract • Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate • Aluminum Hydroxide • Glyceryl Stearate • Stearyl Alcohol • Sodium Polyacrylate • Stearic Acid • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Behenyl Alcohol • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Trideceth-6 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Xanthan Gum • Madecassoside • Asiaticoside • Asiatic Acid • Madecassic Acid
Water • Alcohol • Dibutyl Adipate • Phenethyl Benzoate • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Tris-Biphenyl Triazine • Caprylyl Methicone • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Hexyl Laurate • Niacinamide • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Melia Azadirachta Bark Extract • Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Houttuynia Cordata Extract • Chlorella Ferment • Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Polysilicone-15 • 1,2-Hexanediol • Pentylene Glycol • Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide • Hydroxyethyl Urea • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Hydroxyacetophenone • Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane • Methylpropanediol • Polyether-1 • Adenosine • Panthenol • Butylene Glycol • Maltodextrin • Lecithin • Xanthophylls • Disodium EDTA • Limonene • Linalool • Guaiazulene
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterPURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dibutyl Adipate is an emollient and solvent. It is created from butyl alcohol and adipic acid.
As a solvent, Dibutyl Adipate helps mix and disperse ingredients evenly.
Dibutyl Adipate is soluble in water and organic solvents. It does not absorb UV rays.
Learn more about Dibutyl AdipatePURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
PURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 41.
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 TriazinePURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazonePURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UVA absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm) and photostability.
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%.
UV absorbers are an agent that absorbs UV rays. They protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UV rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation from the sun. Other sources include tanning beds and welding torches. Radiation is the emission of energy. UV Rays are divided into 3 groups. UVA (320-400 nm) contains the least amount of energy. They are linked to long term skin damage such as wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA in skin cells. UVB causes sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer. UVC (200-280 nm) contains the highest amount of energy. Our ozone blocks UVC. UVC can also originate from welding torches, mercury lamps, and sanitizing bulbs.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoatePURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
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.
PURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 12.
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 27.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxanePURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 22.
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 25.
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PURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
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PURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
Reviews
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PURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Lapaki
This hybrid sunscreen offers a very shiny, dewy finish, that sometimes can look greasy because of the high shine, but the hydration payoff is...
This hybrid sunscreen offers a very shiny, dewy finish, that sometimes can look greasy because of the high shine, but the hydration payoff is great. It contains Cica, is gentle, hypoallergenic, vegan and cruelty-free, but is unfortunately not reef-safe. The texture is similar to that of a midweight lotion, and it blends into the skin without leaving a white cast. You’ll need to give it about four minutes to dry down properly. There’s no annoying pilling, it’s super easy to clean off, and the subtle scent is nice if you’re sensitive to smells. The sunscreen isn’t water-resistant, so it's not ideal for swimming. If you're okay with waiting a few minutes for it to set and don't mind some shine, it's an very good daily sunscreen choice.
Lakooo
Very nice to wear
A lovely facial SPF. Feels like a regular moisturizer, no sunscreen odor, and keeps my skin hydrated.
Dr. Althea Cica Relief Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
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