Anessa Whitening UV Sunscreen Gel SPF50+ PA++++ Versus Shiseido Clear Stick UV Protector WetForce Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50+
Updated on February 05, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Anessa Whitening UV Sunscreen Gel SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Shiseido Clear Stick UV Protector WetForce Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50+ 21 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Anessa Whitening UV Sunscreen Gel SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Shiseido Clear Stick UV Protector WetForce Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50+ 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDiisopropyl Sebacate
EmollientZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Dimethicone
Emollient
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Parfum
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
Succinoglycan
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether
Camellia Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Speciosa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Emulsifying
Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate
Emollient
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Potentilla Erecta Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Water, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Zinc Oxide, Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butylene Glycol, Tranexamic Acid, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Hydrated Silica, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Triazone, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer, Isostearic Acid, Parfum, BHT, Succinoglycan, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Prunus Speciosa Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Potentilla Erecta Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Soluble Collagen
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2.5%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 10%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 4.9%
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 5%
UV Absorber
Benzophenone-3 3%
UV Absorber
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Hydroxystearic Acid
Cleansing
Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningPolyamide-8
EmollientPEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningLecithin
EmollientGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
PPG-17
Skin ConditioningSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientBHT
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2.5%, Homosalate 10%, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 4.9%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Octocrylene 5%, Benzophenone-3 3%, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Triethylhexanoin, Paraffinum Liquidum, Hydroxystearic Acid, Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide, Polyamide-8, PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, Lecithin, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, PPG-17, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, BHT, Tocopherol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 MethoxycinnamateParfum 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.
Learn more about ParfumBHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTIngredient Ratings
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Anessa Whitening UV Sunscreen Gel SPF50+ PA++++ 32 ingredients
Shiseido Clear Stick UV Protector WetForce Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50+ 21 ingredients
