Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of The Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ versus Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ .
Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on February 07, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. 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 dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, 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
The Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ 53 ingredients
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 34 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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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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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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The Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ 53 ingredients
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 34 ingredients
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The Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ 53 ingredients
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 34 ingredients
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Butylene Glycol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Titanium Dioxide • Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Glycerin • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Tromethamine • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Silica • Panthenol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Alcohol Denat. • 1,2-Hexanediol • Inulin Lauryl Carbamate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Aluminum Stearate • Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract • Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract • Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Extract • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Hydroxystearic Acid • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • Alumina • Xanthan Gum • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate • Peg-10 Rapeseed Sterol • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Trisodium EDTA • Behenic Acid • Stearic Acid • Myristic Acid • Isohexadecane • Sodium PCA • Parfum • Linalool • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene • Citronellol • Hydroxycitronellal • Geraniol
Water • Alcohol Denat. • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Isopropyl Palmitate • Peg-Crosspolymer • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Palmitic Acid • Butylene Glycol • Xylitol • Dimethicone • C16-17 Alkyl Benzoate • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate • Propanediol • Glyceryl Behenate • Polymethylsilsesquioxane/Silica Crosspolymer • Heptanol • Agar • Sorbitan Distearate • Isoceteth-20 • Polyvinyl Alcohol • Stearoyl Glutamic Acid • Arginine • Potassium Hydroxide • Sodium Hydroxide • Royal Jelly Extract • Hyaluronic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • EDTA • BHT • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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!
Learn more about WaterThe Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Ethylhexyl 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 MethoxycinnamateThe Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
The Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinThe Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 16.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneThe Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UVA absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm) and photostability.
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%.
UV absorbers are an agent that absorbs UV rays. They protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UV rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation from the sun. Other sources include tanning beds and welding torches. Radiation is the emission of energy. UV Rays are divided into 3 groups. UVA (320-400 nm) contains the least amount of energy. They are linked to long term skin damage such as wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA in skin cells. UVB causes sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer. UVC (200-280 nm) contains the highest amount of energy. Our ozone blocks UVC. UVC can also originate from welding torches, mercury lamps, and sanitizing bulbs.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateThe Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 14.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.
Bemotrizinol has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. Skin exposed to UV causes free-radical molecules to form. This ingredient works by preventing the UV from reaching your skin.
It is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.
Bemotrizinol is not approved in the US but is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia.
In fact, it is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted by in the EU.
It is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineThe Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.
Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.
One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.
Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.The Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 ParfumThe Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 47.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 36.
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The Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ 53 ingredients
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 34 ingredients
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The Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ 53 ingredients
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 34 ingredients
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The Face Shop Natural Sun Eco No Shine Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++ 53 ingredients
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 34 ingredients
imyourdorito
I'll start by saying that yes, this feels like practically nothing on the skin, and it's very similar to a primer as far as texture goes.
BUT...
I'll start by saying that yes, this feels like practically nothing on the skin, and it's very similar to a primer as far as texture goes.
BUT once applied, I didn't feel the same level of protection as with the European SPFs I used to use. I even applied half of each on my face to compare:
With the European one I experienced a cooling effect and didn't feel any heat touching my skin, it was like being hugged by icecream (a weird comparison, but it's the closest I can think of). Meanwhile, with this one, I didn't feel anything? I felt the heat touching my skin as much as on my non-protected areas, and there was no cooling effect whatsoever.
Is it cosmetically elegant? Yes. Is it cheaper than any European SPF? Yes. But I prefer not to play around with sun protection knowing the damage it can cause, and I don't feel 100% safe using this one.
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