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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ versus Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ .

Published on February 24, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common

Suited For

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

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones

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Sunscreen South Korean Brand South Korea
Sunscreen South Korean Brand South Korea

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.

Price

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Buy I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++

Starts at $1.69
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Buy I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++

Starts at $1.69

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
50
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
35

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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1
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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Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

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Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.

It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.

Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.

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Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.

It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 9.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.

Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.

Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

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Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.

The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.

This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.

Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.

Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.

Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.

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Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 19.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 27.

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What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 20.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 26.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.

Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.

The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.

Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.

Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.

This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.

Learn more about Centella Asiatica Extract

Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 30.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Madecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.

Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.

One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.

Learn more about Madecassoside

Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 34.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 32.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Dicaprylyl Carbonate comes from carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol. It is an emollient and gives skin a velvet feel. The sources of Dicaprylyl Carbonate may be synthetic or from animals.

As an emollient, Dicaprylyl Carbonate creates a film on the skin. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 35.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.

Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.

As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.

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Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ contains this as ingredient number 42.

Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 4.

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

24% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
40% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet
27% are loved or liked
22% have mixed ratings
35% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet

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Suntique I'm Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50 PA ++++ 42 ingredients

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Suntique I'm Safe For Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++ 37 ingredients

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Oct 29, 2022

nice✨
skin type :oily, acne prone
-no white skin (medium skin color)
- very light weight
-no breakouts
-the smell is a little bit annoying but just for a couple of minutes
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nice✨
skin type :oily, acne prone
-no white skin (medium skin color)
- very light weight
-no breakouts
-the smell is a little bit annoying but just for a couple of minutes
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