Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Shiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ versus Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 .
Published on May 09, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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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
Shiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ 27 ingredients
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 22 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Shiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ 27 ingredients
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 22 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Shiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ 27 ingredients
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 22 ingredients
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2.5% • Homosalate 10% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 10% • Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone • Paraffinum Liquidum • Hydroxystearic Acid • Triethylhexanoin • Peg/Ppg-9/2 Dimethyl Ether • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Polyamide-8 • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Peg/Ppg-14/7 Dimethyl Ether • Lecithin • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Ppg-17 • Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • BHT • Tocopherol • Peg-6 • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Silica • Parfum
Homosalate 10% • Octocrylene 10% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Polyamide-8 • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Isopropyl Isostearate • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Polyamide-3 • Vp/Eicosene Copolymer • Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract • Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil • Glycine Soja Oil • Caprylyl Glycol • Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate • Oryza Sativa Extract • Oryza Sativa Germ Extract • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Ingredients Explained
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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 MethoxydibenzoylmethaneShiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateShiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateShiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 OctocryleneShiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateShiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 12.
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 6.
We don't have a description for Polyamide-8.
Shiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateShiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideShiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 22.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateShiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ contains this as ingredient number 25.
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 18.
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Shiseido Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF50+ 27 ingredients
Live Tinted HUEGUARD Invisible Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 22 ingredients
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