Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ versus CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ .
Last updated on December 09, 2023. Published on December 16, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils 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
Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ 69 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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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 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ 69 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ 69 ingredients
Synthetic Wax • Dibutyl Adipate • Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Octocrylene • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Silica • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ozokerite • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract • Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract • Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Gossypium Herbaceum Extract • Sophora Flavescens Root Extract • Rheum Palmatum Root/Stalk Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract • Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract • Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract • Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract • Pueraria Lobata Root Extract • Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Caprylyl Glycol • Bisabolol • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Titanium Dioxide • Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate • Octyldodecanol • Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables • Tocopherol • Water • Butylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Parfum
Water • Dibutyl Adipate • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Alcohol • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Silica • Phenethyl Benzoate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Niacinamide • Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate • Polysilicone-15 • Methylpropanediol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Glycerin • Pentylene Glycol • Acetyl Glucosamine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydroxyacetophenone • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Butylene Glycol • Cynanchum Atratum Extract • Althaea Rosea Flower Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane • Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide • Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide • Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2 • Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Limonene • Linalool • Xanthan Gum • Tocopherol • Disodium EDTA • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Pancratium Maritimum Extract • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract • Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract • Hyaluronic Acid • Ascorbic Acid • Linolenic Acid • Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract • Citrus Limon Fruit Extract • Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract • Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract • Citrus Junos Peel Extract • Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate • Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract • Riboflavin • Pyridoxine • Folic Acid • Calcium Pantothenate • Thiamine Hcl • Cyanocobalamin • Biotin • Linoleic Acid • Retinol • Menadione • Glutathione • Bioflavonoids • Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract • Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract • Saccharide Isomerate • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate
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Dibutyl Adipate is an emollient and solvent. It is created from butyl alcohol and adipic acid.
As a solvent, Dibutyl Adipate helps mix and disperse ingredients evenly.
Dibutyl Adipate is soluble in water and organic solvents. It does not absorb UV rays.
Learn more about Dibutyl AdipateTocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaTocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 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 BenzoateTocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 12.
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 TriazineTocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 13.
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolTocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 36.
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolTocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 44.
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 42.
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 WaterTocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 45.
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 46.
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 26.
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.
Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 47.
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 15.
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Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ 69 ingredients
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Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients
pili09_523
Malo para pieles grasas, deja la piel brillando de manera exagerada.
Me provocó un brote al tener aceites y aroma. También tuve problemas con mi...
Malo para pieles grasas, deja la piel brillando de manera exagerada.
Me provocó un brote al tener aceites y aroma. También tuve problemas con mi eczema, irrita orrible al contacto que mejor lo retiré.
CommonLabs Vitamin C Brightening Sun Serum SPF50 PA++++ 69 ingredients
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