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Skin Aqua UV Moisture Gel SPF 30 PA++ Versus DR's Secret Sunscreen 5 SPF25

Sunscreen
Sunscreen
Japanese Brand Japan
Singaporean Brand Singapore

Updated on November 12, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain SPF

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or common allergens

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 Cyclopentasiloxane
Preservative

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.

When to use

13 Routines
100% use in am
0% use in pm
92% use every day
9 Routines
100% use in am
0% use in pm
100% use every day

Reviews

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Skin Aqua UV Moisture Gel SPF 30 PA++ 25 ingredients

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DR's Secret Sunscreen 5 SPF25 18 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings
PrincezzJulie's avatar

PrincezzJulie

2 years ago
Review

SOS Sunscreen
I love this sunscreen, it hydrates my skin during the day when reapply.

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PrincezzJulie_797

2 years ago
Review

It gives instant hydration to my skin during the day when reapply it.