Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Rohto Mentholatum Sunplay Sport 120 SPF50+ PA++++ versus Watsons Whitening UV Sun Protection Gel SPF50+ PA++++ .
Last updated on August 08, 2023. Published on February 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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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 Sunplay Sport 120 SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Watsons Whitening UV Sun Protection Gel SPF50+ PA++++ 29 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
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
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 Sunplay Sport 120 SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Watsons Whitening UV Sun Protection Gel SPF50+ PA++++ 29 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Rohto Mentholatum Sunplay Sport 120 SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Watsons Whitening UV Sun Protection Gel SPF50+ PA++++ 29 ingredients
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Isododecane • Glycerin • Cyclopentasiloxane • Homosalate • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol • Octyldodecanol • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Octyldodecyl Xyloside • Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Phenoxyethanol • Decyl Glucoside • Hydroxyacetophenone • Polyisobutene • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Peg-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether • Disodium EDTA • Sorbitan Isostearate • Xanthan Gum • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Propylene Glycol • Xylose • Ectoin • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract
Water • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Glycerin • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Dipropylene Glycol • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Dibutyl Adipate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Niacinamide • Ethylhexyl Olivate • Cetearyl Olivate • Ethyl Hexanediol • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Sorbitan Olivate • Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Disodium EDTA • Adenosine • 1,2-Hexanediol • Hyaluronic Acid • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Tocopherol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Butylene Glycol • Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract • Oryza Sativa Extract • Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract • Panax Ginseng Root Extract
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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 Sunplay Sport 120 SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Watsons Whitening UV Sun Protection Gel SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinRohto Mentholatum Sunplay Sport 120 SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Watsons Whitening UV Sun Protection Gel SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 Sunplay Sport 120 SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Watsons Whitening UV Sun Protection Gel SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Ethylhexyl 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 TriazoneRohto Mentholatum Sunplay Sport 120 SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Watsons Whitening UV Sun Protection Gel SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTARohto Mentholatum Sunplay Sport 120 SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 22.
Watsons Whitening UV Sun Protection Gel SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) is a form of Vitamin C and is an antioxidant. It can help to reduce redness, improve skin texture, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, and brighten skin.
MAP is created by combining ascorbic acid with magnesium salt. While MAP more gentle on the skin than ascorbic acid, it is thought to be less easily-absorbed into the skin.
Due to MAP's stability up to a pH level of 7, it is more stable to air and sunlight exposure than ascorbic acid. The best pH range for MAP is between 5 and 6.
Like other forms of Vitamin C, MAP has been shown to help reduce hyperpigmentation and simulate collagen production.
As an antioxidant, it helps protect your skin against the signs of aging.
Learn more about Magnesium Ascorbyl PhosphateRohto Mentholatum Sunplay Sport 120 SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 29.
Watsons Whitening UV Sun Protection Gel SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.
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Rohto Mentholatum Sunplay Sport 120 SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Watsons Whitening UV Sun Protection Gel SPF50+ PA++++ 29 ingredients
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Rohto Mentholatum Sunplay Sport 120 SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Watsons Whitening UV Sun Protection Gel SPF50+ PA++++ 29 ingredients
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