Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 versus Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ .
Last updated on October 15, 2023. Published on June 24, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and SPF
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils, 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
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 46 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ 26 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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
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Contains Alcohol
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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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 46 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ 26 ingredients
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Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 46 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ 26 ingredients
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Methylpropanediol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Hexyl Laurate • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Ethoxydiglycol • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol • Polysorbate 60 • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Butylene Glycol • Silica • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Polyacrylate • Glycerin • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Decyl Glucoside • Inonotus Obliquus Extract • Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone • Ethylhexylglycerin • Bisabolol • Trideceth-6 • Glycine Max Seed Extract • Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter • Disodium EDTA • Xanthan Gum • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Yeast Polysaccharides • Ectoin • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Sericin • Propylene Glycol • Diglucosyl Gallic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Carnosine • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Hydrolyzed Algin • Helichrysum Italicum Extract • 1,2-Hexanediol • Biosaccharide Gum-4 • Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Alcohol Denat. • Butylene Glycol • Isononyl Isononanoate • Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Arginine • Leather Coral Extract • Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Polysilicone-13 • Peg-40 Stearate • Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane • Peg-Crosspolymer • Tea-PCA • Decyl Glucoside • Polystyrene • Polyvinyl Alcohol • Xanthan Gum • EDTA • Phenoxyethanol
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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 WaterRohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Ethylhexyl 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 MethoxycinnamateRohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 BenzoateRohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M) is a hybrid and broad-spectrum UV ingredient. It is both a UV absorber and filter.
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 filters physically reduce the amount of UV rays from reaching your skin.
Tinosorb M covers a range of 280-400 nm and is photostable. This ingredient is neither oil or water soluble.
Tinosorb M, similarly to Tinosorb S, is not available in the US. However, it is available in the EU and Asia.
Learn more about Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl TetramethylbutylphenolRohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 10.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 TriazineRohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Decyl Glucoside is a glucose-based surfactant. Surfactants help clean the skin by trapping oil, sebum, and dirt to be washed away.
It is created by reacting glucose with the fatty acids from plants.
Decyl Glucoside also helps stabilize the ingredients in a product by preventing them from separating.
This ingredient is biodegradable and non-toxic. This ingredient is commonly found in baby shampoos.
Decyl Glucoside is sometimes used to stabilize the UV filter Tinosorb.
Learn more about Decyl GlucosideRohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumRohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 30.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 24.
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 HyaluronateRohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 39.
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
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Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 46 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ 26 ingredients
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Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Moisture Brightening UV Gel SPF 50 46 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua Super Moisture Essence Sunscreen SPF50+/PA+++ 26 ingredients
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