The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Sun Fluid SPF 50+ PA++++ Versus COSRX Ultra-Light Invisible Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++
Updated on October 13, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Sun Fluid SPF 50+ PA++++ 46 ingredients
COSRX Ultra-Light Invisible Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ 28 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Sun Fluid SPF 50+ PA++++ 46 ingredients
COSRX Ultra-Light Invisible Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningTriethyl Citrate
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientIsododecane
EmollientButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin ConditioningDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Silica
Abrasive
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Disodium Phenyl Dibenzimidazole Tetrasulfonate
UV Absorber
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Dimethicone
Emollient
Tris-Biphenyl Triazine
UV Absorber
Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Acetyl Zingerone
Antioxidant
Melanin
Skin ProtectingBenincasa Cerifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
C13-15 Alkane
SolventDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
PEG-Crosspolymer
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingDisodium Phosphate
BufferingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Tromethamine
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Water, Triethyl Citrate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dibutyl Adipate, Isododecane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Silica, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Disodium Phenyl Dibenzimidazole Tetrasulfonate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Tris-Biphenyl Triazine, Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Propanediol, Acetyl Zingerone, Melanin, Benincasa Cerifera Fruit Extract, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, Xanthan Gum, Titanium Dioxide, Dextrin Palmitate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, C13-15 Alkane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, PEG-Crosspolymer, Decyl Glucoside, Disodium Phosphate, Cetyl Alcohol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Tromethamine, Citric Acid
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
MaskingDiethylhexyl Succinate
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Water
Skin ConditioningDrometrizole Trisiloxane
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water
Astringent
Tromethamine
BufferingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingArachidyl Alcohol
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningArachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingSodium Metaphosphate
BufferingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Diethylhexyl Succinate, Propanediol, Water, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Behenyl Alcohol, Methyl Trimethicone, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water, Tromethamine, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Arachidyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Arachidyl Glucoside, Sodium Metaphosphate, Adenosine, Tocopherol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UV-A absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm).
DHHB is well-liked for:
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%. Unfortunately, it has not been approved for use in the US or Canada due to slow regulatory processes.
This ingredient is soluble in oils, fats, and lipids.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateEthylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazonePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
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.
Learn more about PropanediolTromethamine helps balance the pH and improve the texture of a product. It is synthetically created.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineWater. 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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The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Sun Fluid SPF 50+ PA++++ 46 ingredients
COSRX Ultra-Light Invisible Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ 28 ingredients
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