Q + A Squalane SPF 50 Hydrating Daily Sunscreen Versus Frudia Green Grape Sebum Control Cooling Sun Gel SPF50+ PA++++
Updated on December 27, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for 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, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Q + A Squalane SPF 50 Hydrating Daily Sunscreen 33 ingredients
Frudia Green Grape Sebum Control Cooling Sun Gel SPF50+ PA++++ 63 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Q + A Squalane SPF 50 Hydrating Daily Sunscreen 33 ingredients
Frudia Green Grape Sebum Control Cooling Sun Gel SPF50+ PA++++ 63 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Arginine
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract
Perfuming
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Lecithin
Emollient
Glucose
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientJojoba Esters
Emollient
Xylitol
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientAnhydroxylitol
Humectant
Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Titanium Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Xylitylglucoside, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Squalane, Betaine, Allantoin, Arginine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Glycerin, Lecithin, Glucose, Carbomer, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Jojoba Esters, Xylitol, Caprylyl Glycol, Anhydroxylitol, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingDibutyl Adipate
EmollientDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialNiacinamide
Smoothing
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
PEG-100 Stearate
Silica
Abrasive
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ceteareth-23
CleansingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Methicone
Emollient
Erythritol
Humectant
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyisobutene
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Lauryl Alcohol
Emollient
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tannic Acid
AstringentVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Biosaccharide Gum-4
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Solanum Lycopersicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Emollient
Mangifera Indica Seed Oil
Emollient
Citrus Paradisi Seed Oil
Perfuming
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
HumectantPinus Palustris Leaf Extract
TonicOenothera Biennis Flower Extract
AstringentMalpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Amyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dipropylene Glycol, Dibutyl Adipate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Niacinamide, Titanium Dioxide, Glyceryl Stearate, Polysorbate 60, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, PEG-100 Stearate, Silica, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Dimethicone, Ceteareth-23, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearyl Alcohol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Methicone, Erythritol, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, Myristyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Sorbitan Isostearate, Lauryl Alcohol, Sorbitan Oleate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tannic Acid, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Butylene Glycol, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Hyaluronic Acid, Solanum Lycopersicum Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed Oil, Citrus Paradisi Seed Oil, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Parfum, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol, Limonene, Geraniol, Amyl Cinnamal
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol.
The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UV-A absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm).
DHHB is well-liked for:
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%. Unfortunately, it has not been approved for use in the US or Canada due to slow regulatory processes.
This ingredient is soluble in oils, fats, and lipids.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateEthylhexyl 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 TriazonePolyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidTitanium dioxide is a mineral UV filter widely used in sunscreens and cosmetics.
It is one of only two UV filters officially classified as “mineral” by regulatory agencies, the other being zinc oxide.
Titanium dioxide provides broad-spectrum protection mostly in the UVB and UVAII range, with some protection in the UVAI range.
While its UVA protection isn’t as strong as zinc oxide’s, the difference is minor.
A common myth is that mineral UV filters reflect UV light. However, modern research shows titanium dioxide absorbs UV radiation like chemical filters (~95% absorption & 5% reflection).
Thanks to its non-irritating nature, titanium dioxide is suitable for sensitive, acne-prone, or redness-prone skin. It is unlikely to cause "eye sting" like other sunscreen ingredients.
A major drawback of this ingredient is its white cast and thick texture. This is why mineral sunscreens often leave a white cast and are less cosmetically elegant than chemical/hybrid sunscreens.
To improve white cast and spreadability, micronized or nano-sized titanium dioxide is often used.
There are ongoing concerns surrounding nano-titanium oxide's impact on marine ecosystems.
There is no conclusive evidence that any form of titanium oxide (or any other sunscreen ingredients) will cause harm to marine ecosystems or coral reefs. The science is still developing but many consumers are keeping a close eye on this issue.
Please note, many destinations have reef-safety sunscreen rules. For instance, the U.S. Virgin Islands advises all visitors to use non-nano mineral sunscreens.
Nano mineral sunscreens once raised safety concerns about absorption into skin.
Extensive research has shown that they do not penetrate healthy or damaged skin; they remain safely on the surface and the top layer of dead skin (stratum corneum).
You'll likely find titanium dioxide bundled with alumina, silica, or dimethicone. These ingredients help make titanium dioxide highly photostable; this prevents it from interacting with other formula components under UV light.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
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