Acnes UV Tint Milk Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++ Versus Biore Perfect Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ - US
Updated on November 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Acnes UV Tint Milk Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++ 28 ingredients
Biore Perfect Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ 21 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Acnes UV Tint Milk Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++ 28 ingredients
Biore Perfect Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Phthalic Anhydride
Polydiethylsiloxane
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Talc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Vinyldimethicone
Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Copolymer
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantO-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialStearyl Glycyrrhetinate
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Sulfate
Parfum
Masking
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantPyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate, Zinc Oxide, Phthalic Anhydride, Polydiethylsiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Talc, Mica, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Vinyldimethicone, Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Copolymer, CI 77492, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Magnesium Sulfate, Parfum, CI 77491, CI 77499, Pyridoxine Hcl, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Talc
Abrasive
Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate
EmollientTitanium Tetraglyceroxide
HumectantBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
PEG-3 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polysilicone-9
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate
Emulsion StabilisingBHT
Antioxidant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Alcohol Denat., Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Talc, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate, Titanium Tetraglyceroxide, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, PEG-3 Dimethicone, Polysilicone-9, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, BHT, Hyaluronic Acid, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneWater. 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 WaterZinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxideTalc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.
Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.
If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.
Learn more about TalcParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient 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.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
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.
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Acnes UV Tint Milk Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++ 28 ingredients
Biore Perfect Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ 21 ingredients
