Sun Bum Daily Sunscreen Face Mist SPF 30 Versus COOLA Makeup Setting Sunscreen SPF 30 - US
Updated on July 30, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Sun Bum Daily Sunscreen Face Mist SPF 30 22 ingredients
COOLA Makeup Setting Sunscreen SPF 30 23 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Sun Bum Daily Sunscreen Face Mist SPF 30 22 ingredients
COOLA Makeup Setting Sunscreen SPF 30 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Homosalate 10%
Skin Conditioning
Octocrylene 6%
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Trimethylpentanediol/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningIsoamyl Cocoate
Musa Sapientum Pulp Extract
Skin ConditioningMusa Sapientum Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningMusa Sapientum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMusa Sapientum Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMusa Sapientum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Lactobacillus
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningPelvetia Canaliculata Extract
Skin ProtectingParfum
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningHomosalate 10%, Octocrylene 6%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Alcohol Denat., Trimethylpentanediol/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer, Isoamyl Cocoate, Musa Sapientum Pulp Extract, Musa Sapientum Peel Extract, Musa Sapientum Leaf Extract, Musa Sapientum Flower Extract, Musa Sapientum Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Niacinamide, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Lactobacillus, Lactobacillus Ferment, Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract, Parfum, Water
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2.8%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 3.5%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 3.9%
UV Absorber
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientDiisopropyl Adipate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Silica Silylate
EmollientCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Water
MaskingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Phoenix Dactylifera Leaf Cell Extract
MaskingPaeonia Lactiflora Leaf Cell Extract
Antioxidant
Juniperus Communis Callus Extract
Antioxidant
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningEthyl Ferulate
Antioxidant
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2.8%, Homosalate 3.5%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 3.9%, Alcohol, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Diisopropyl Adipate, Silica, Silica Silylate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Phoenix Dactylifera Leaf Cell Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Leaf Cell Extract, Juniperus Communis Callus Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Water, Ethyl Ferulate, Pvp, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 MethoxydibenzoylmethaneEthylhexyl 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 SalicylateGlycerin 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 GlycerinHomosalate 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 HomosalateParfum 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 ParfumWater. 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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Sun Bum Daily Sunscreen Face Mist SPF 30 22 ingredients
COOLA Makeup Setting Sunscreen SPF 30 23 ingredients
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