Suqqu Treatment Serum Primer SPF 15 Versus Sofina Primavista Long Keep Base UV SPF 20
Updated on January 09, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both face primers. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Suqqu Treatment Serum Primer SPF 15 31 ingredients
Sofina Primavista Long Keep Base UV SPF 20 21 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Suqqu Treatment Serum Primer SPF 15 31 ingredients
Sofina Primavista Long Keep Base UV SPF 20 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Trifluoropropyldimethyl/Trimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Talc
Abrasive
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientPEG-8 Trifluoropropyl Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin ConditioningTrifluoropropyldimethylsiloxy/Trimethylsiloxy Silsesquioxane
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPerfluorooctylethyl Triethoxysilane
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
BHT
Antioxidant
Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract
MaskingHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 77289
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Alcohol, Methyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Zinc Oxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Trifluoropropyldimethyl/Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Titanium Dioxide, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Talc, Isononyl Isononanoate, PEG-8 Trifluoropropyl Dimethicone Copolymer, Trifluoropropyldimethylsiloxy/Trimethylsiloxy Silsesquioxane, Sorbitan Isostearate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydrated Silica, Aluminum Hydroxide, Perfluorooctylethyl Triethoxysilane, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Butylene Glycol, BHT, Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract, CI 77289, CI 77491, CI 77492
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
C4-14 Perfluoroalkylethoxy Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Trifluoropropyldimethyl/Trimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Thujopsis Dolabrata Branch Extract
Skin ConditioningPolysilicone-9
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Sulfate
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Lauryl Methacrylate
Styrene/Stearyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
AbsorbentSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Iron Oxides
Methicone
Emollient
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Trisiloxane, Dimethicone, C4-14 Perfluoroalkylethoxy Dimethicone, Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Trifluoropropyldimethyl/Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Thujopsis Dolabrata Branch Extract, Polysilicone-9, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Butylene Glycol, Lauryl Methacrylate, Styrene/Stearyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Methicone
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is usually an astringent alcohol.
These alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Fatty alcohols come from plant oils such as coconut oil. These can help hydrate the skin and are non-irritating. Some fatty alcohols include cetyl and stearyl alcohol.
Learn more about AlcoholButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
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.
It is also 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.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeEthylhexyl 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 MethoxycinnamateTitanium Dioxide is a mineral (or physical) sunscreen ingredient that provides broad-spectrum protection by blocking both UV-A and UV-B rays.
It sits on the skin’s surface and primarily reflects and scatters UV light and also absorbs some of it.
This makes the line between “mineral” and “chemical” sunscreens a bit blurry, but in skincare labeling, Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide are the two ingredients officially classified as mineral filters.
Because it’s non-irritating, Titanium Dioxide is often recommended for sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Thanks to modern production methods, nano-scale or fine-grade Titanium Dioxide is now widely used in cosmetics to reduce white cast and improve texture.
Despite its small particle size, studies show that Titanium Dioxide, even in nanoparticle form, is not absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideWe don't have a description for Trifluoropropyldimethyl/Trimethylsiloxysilicate yet.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterZinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxideIngredient Ratings
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