Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion versus Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 .
Published on May 19, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 8 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, oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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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
Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion 27 ingredients
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 43 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 🎉
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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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 🎉
Contains Parabens
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion 27 ingredients
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 43 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion 27 ingredients
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 43 ingredients
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 10% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 10% • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Hydrated Silica • Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Dimethicone • Polyester-8 • Caprylyl Methicone • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Trideceth-6 • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Parfum • Sodium Polyacrylate • Behenyl Alcohol • Dimethyl Capramide • Ethylhexylglycerin • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Xanthan Gum • Polyaminopropyl Biguanide • Tocopheryl Acetate • BHT • Disodium EDTA • Methylisothiazolinone
Water • Octocrylene • Benzophenone-3 • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Ethylhexyl Benzoate • Glycerin • Vp/Eicosene Copolymer • Cetearyl Alcohol • Diisopropyl Adipate • Isopropyl Myristate • Isopropyl Palmitate • Phenethyl Benzoate • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Polyethylene • Sodium Polyacrylate • Caprylyl Glycol • Dimethicone • Coco-Glucoside • Ceteth-10 Phosphate • Dicetyl Phosphate • Xanthan Gum • Disodium EDTA • Paraffin • Hydrolyzed Silk • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Mangifera Indica Seed Butter • Panthenol • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Carica Papaya Fruit Extract • Colocasia Antiquorum Root Extract • Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract • Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract • Plumeria Acutifolia Flower Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Methylparaben • Propylparaben • Parfum • Hydroxycitronellal • Linalool • Mica • CI 77492
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Ingredients Explained
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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 MethoxydibenzoylmethaneSun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 OctocryleneSun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 4.
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 9.
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term '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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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 ParfumSun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 16.
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 39.
Sodium Polyacrylate is the sodium salt of polyacrylic acid.
Sodium Polyacrylate is a super-absorbent polymer. It can absorb 100 to 1000 times its mass in water. As an emollient, Sodium Polyacrylate helps soften and soothe skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
Sodium Polyacrylate is also used to stabilize products.
Learn more about Sodium PolyacrylateSun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 17.
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumSun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 22.
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 AcetateSun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 24.
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 29.
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 EDTASun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion contains this as ingredient number 26.
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 22.
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Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion 27 ingredients
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 43 ingredients
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Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion 27 ingredients
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion SPF 50 43 ingredients
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