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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Then I Met You Essence Light Sunscreen SPF 50 versus Krave Beauty Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++ .

Last updated on April 11, 2024. Published on June 11, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

Sunscreen American Brand United States
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.

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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
40

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating (4)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging (2)
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

AHA
Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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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Then I Met You Essence Light Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Krave Beauty Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene.

Then I Met You Essence Light Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 8.

Krave Beauty Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 10.

3
What it does: Humectant, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in healthy skin. It is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture to your skin.

Hyaluronic Acid has the capacity to bind to large amounts of water. This ingredient helps hydrate, soothe, and protect the skin.

Fun fact: It is already naturally found in our bodies, such as the fluids of our eyes and our joints.

Studies find this ingredient to have anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. This can help speed up wound-healing,

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

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Then I Met You Essence Light Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 15.

Krave Beauty Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 12.

4
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Sorbitan Oleate is created from compounds in oleic acid and sorbitol. It is used to stabilize a product by preventing ingredients from separating.

Emulsifiers help keep ingredients together, such as oils and water.

Sorbitan Oleate may not be fungal acne safe. It can also worsen oily skin.

Learn more about Sorbitan Oleate

Then I Met You Essence Light Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.

Krave Beauty Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 21.

5
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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Then I Met You Essence Light Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 23.

Krave Beauty Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Emulsifying

We don't have a description for Sodium Caprylate.

Then I Met You Essence Light Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 31.

Krave Beauty Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 17.

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

Isohexadecane is added to enhance texture, emulsify, and to help cleanse. It is an isoparrafin. It is a component of petrolatum.

Due to its large size, Isohexadecane is not absorbed by the skin. Instead, it sits on top and acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by trapping moisture within.

Isohexadecane is often used in products designed to help oily skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy while helping to moisturize. When mixed with silicones, it gives a product a silky feel.

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Then I Met You Essence Light Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 32.

Krave Beauty Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 14.

8
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.

Then I Met You Essence Light Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 34.

Krave Beauty Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polysorbate 80 is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is used to keep ingredients together, and prevent oils and waters from separating.

It is made from polyethoxylated sorbitan and oleic acid. This ingredient can be found in cosmetics, foods, and medicine. It is water-soluble.

Polysorbate 80 may not be fungal acne safe.

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Then I Met You Essence Light Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 37.

Krave Beauty Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Liked

Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate is used to help stabilize a product.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it helps prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This prevents unwanted reactions in products. Metal ions can come into a product via the water ingredient. They are found in trace amounts and are not known to be harmful.

Then I Met You Essence Light Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 38.

Krave Beauty Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 23.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Then I Met You Essence Light Sunscreen SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 39.

Krave Beauty Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 24.

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

40% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
40% are disliked or very disliked
4% have no rating yet
42% are loved or liked
17% have mixed ratings
25% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet

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