Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Pyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ versus Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ .
Published on November 20, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or parabens
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
Pyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 43 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 58 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Pyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 43 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 58 ingredients
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Pyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 43 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 58 ingredients
Water • Zinc Oxide • Cyclopentasiloxane • Homosalate • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Propanediol • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Propylheptyl Caprylate • Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate • Titanium Dioxide • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Magnesium Sulfate • Phenyl Trimethicone • 1,2-Hexanediol • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Stearic Acid • Aluminum Hydroxide • Glyceryl Caprylate • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopherol • Allantoin • Ceramide NP • Sodium Hyaluronate • Butylene Glycol • Dipropylene Glycol • Glycerin • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract • Houttuynia Cordata Extract • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Allium Victorialis Extract • Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract • Salicornia Herbacea Extract • Xanthium Strumarium Fruit Extract • Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract • Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Water • Dipropylene Glycol • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Homosalate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Glycerin • Niacinamide • Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate • Cetyl Alcohol • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • Allantoin • Panthenol • Lecithin • Hydroxyacetophenone • Pentylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Citric Acid • Centella Asiatica Extract • Gluconolactone • Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract • Camellia Japonica Flower Extract • Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Arginine • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate • Ceramide NP • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Madecassoside • Madecassic Acid • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Asiaticoside • Asiatic Acid • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Glyceryl Stearate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Trehalose • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Tromethamine • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Carbomer • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Butylene Glycol • Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Adenosine • Disodium EDTA • Tocopheryl Acetate • 1,2-Hexanediol
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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 WaterPyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalatePyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is a photostabilizer, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylatePyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 SalicylatePyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Pyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 58.
Glyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut.
Glyceryl Caprylate is used for its emollient and emulsifier properties.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate your skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier on your skin to trap moisture in, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth.
Glyceryl Caprylate helps keep the ingredients such as oil and water together as an emulsifier.
Learn more about Glyceryl CaprylatePyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 44.
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 GlycolPyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 22.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Pyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 54.
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinPyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 25.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPPyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 26.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 34.
Sodium 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 HyaluronatePyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 27.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.
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.
Pyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 28.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 52.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolPyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 29.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 GlycerinPyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 30.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.
The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.
Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.
This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractPyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 33.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 20.
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract comes from the honeysuckle flower.
Honeysuckles have skin protecting, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains many antioxidants, such as luteolin, caffeic acid, loniflavone, and chlorogenic acids.
This honeysuckle is native to East Asia and used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever and inflammation.
Learn more about Lonicera Japonica Flower ExtractPyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 37.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 22.
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Pyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 43 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 58 ingredients
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Pyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 43 ingredients
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Pyunkang Yul Moisture Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 43 ingredients
Lapaki
It's rare for me to come across a sunscreen with such a noticeable and stubborn white cast. It was challenging to remove, I even had people ask me...
It's rare for me to come across a sunscreen with such a noticeable and stubborn white cast. It was challenging to remove, I even had people ask me why my face appeared so white. And it wasn't moisturising at all... it dried out my skin. However, I did not experience any irritations or breakouts.
Pyunkang Yul Calming Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 58 ingredients
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