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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sesderma Repaskin Silk Touch SPF30 versus Paula's Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 .

Published on July 20, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 10 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and silicones

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Sunscreen Spanish Brand Spain
General Moisturizer American Brand United States

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.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
30
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (5)
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Irritating (4)
Rosacea (7)
Eczema (5)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (4)
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (4)
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.

Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.

Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.

The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:

Learn more about Octocrylene

Sesderma Repaskin Silk Touch SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 2.

Paula's Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.

2
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Disliked

Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.

Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.

The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.

According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.

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Sesderma Repaskin Silk Touch SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 5.

Paula's Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Sesderma Repaskin Silk Touch SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 8.

Paula's Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.

4
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.

Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.

Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.

However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.

Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!

The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.

Learn more about Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Sesderma Repaskin Silk Touch SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 10.

Paula's Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.

5
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.

Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.

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Sesderma Repaskin Silk Touch SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 11.

Paula's Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 7.

6
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.

Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.

Sesderma Repaskin Silk Touch SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 13.

Paula's Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 21.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Sesderma Repaskin Silk Touch SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 15.

Paula's Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.

8
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Sesderma Repaskin Silk Touch SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 17.

Paula's Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.

9
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Sesderma Repaskin Silk Touch SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 23.

Paula's Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 29.

10
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

Learn more about Potassium Sorbate

Sesderma Repaskin Silk Touch SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 27.

Paula's Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 28.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

14% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
62% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet
41% are loved or liked
3% have mixed ratings
45% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet

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Sesderma Repaskin Silk Touch SPF30 29 ingredients

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Paula's Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 29 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 3 reviews
S_327's Avatar'
Oct 11, 2023

comedogenic free, acne safe

comedogenic free, acne safe

P_55's Avatar'
Feb 17, 2024

Decent sunscreen. Sun Protection is not as good as advertised. Maybe SPF 30 actually.

Decent sunscreen. Sun Protection is not as good as advertised. Maybe SPF 30 actually.

Absorbs Well
kmdoch's Avatar'
Apr 8, 2024

Only sunscreen I’ve used that feels light on my skin and doesn’t break me out.

Only sunscreen I’ve used that feels light on my skin and doesn’t break me out.

Light
Absorbs Well
Works Well

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