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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ versus Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ .

Published on September 18, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 48 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, sensitive skin and scar healing

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones

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

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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.

Price

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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
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (5)
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (5)
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Synthetic WaxDibutyl AdipateButylene Glycol Dicaprylate/DicaprateOctocryleneMethyl Methacrylate CrosspolymerVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane CrosspolymerEthylhexyl MethoxycinnamateDicaprylyl CarbonateCetyl EthylhexanoateSilicaEthylhexyl SalicylateDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineTocopheryl AcetateOzokeriteMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractCoccinia Indica Fruit ExtractSolanum Melongena Fruit ExtractAloe Barbadensis Flower Extract Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine ExtractCurcuma Longa Root ExtractCorallina Officinalis ExtractOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractGossypium Herbaceum ExtractSophora Flavescens Root ExtractRheum Palmatum Root/Stalk ExtractScutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractPhellodendron Amurense Bark ExtractOenothera Biennis Flower ExtractUlmus Davidiana Root ExtractPinus Palustris Leaf ExtractPueraria Lobata Root ExtractEchium Plantagineum Seed OilSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilCaprylyl GlycolBisabololTriethoxycaprylylsilaneTitanium DioxidePolyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateOctyldodecanolPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/SebacateHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil UnsaponifiablesTocopherolWaterButylene Glycol1,2-HexanediolParfum

Synthetic WaxDibutyl AdipateButylene Glycol Dicaprylate/DicaprateOctocryleneMethyl Methacrylate CrosspolymerVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane CrosspolymerEthylhexyl MethoxycinnamateDicaprylyl CarbonateCetyl EthylhexanoateSilicaEthylhexyl SalicylateDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineTocopheryl AcetateOzokeriteMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractCoccinia Indica Fruit ExtractSolanum Melongena Fruit ExtractAloe Barbadensis Flower Extract Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine ExtractCurcuma Longa Root ExtractCorallina Officinalis ExtractOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractGossypium Herbaceum ExtractSophora Flavescens Root ExtractRheum Palmatum Root/Stalk ExtractScutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractPhellodendron Amurense Bark ExtractOenothera Biennis Flower ExtractUlmus Davidiana Root ExtractPinus Palustris Leaf ExtractPueraria Lobata Root ExtractEchium Plantagineum Seed OilSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilCaprylyl GlycolBisabololTriethoxycaprylylsilaneTitanium DioxidePolyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateOctyldodecanolPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/SebacateHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil UnsaponifiablesTocopherolWaterButylene Glycol1,2-HexanediolParfum

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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.

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What it does: Abrasive, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Synthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.

It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.

Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.

Learn more about Synthetic Wax

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

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

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 Adipate

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.

Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.

Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.

The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:

Learn more about Octocrylene

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

We don't have a description for Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 6.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Methoxycinnamate

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.

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

Dicaprylyl Carbonate comes from carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol. It is an emollient and gives skin a velvet feel. The sources of Dicaprylyl Carbonate may be synthetic or from animals.

As an emollient, Dicaprylyl Carbonate creates a film on the skin. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Mixed

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.

It is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to products when applied. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 9.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 9.

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What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Silica

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Disliked

Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.

Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.

The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.

According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.

Learn more about Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 11.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 11.

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What it does: UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

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 Benzoate

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 12.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 12.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

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 Triazine

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 13.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 14.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does: Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ozokerite is a naturally occuring mineral wax. In cosmetics, ozokerite is used as a texture enhancer.

Ceresin wax is derived from this ingredient.

The melting point of ozokerite is 58-100 C.

Ozokerite is found all over the world including Scotland, the US, and India.

Learn more about Ozokerite

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 15.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Further research is needed as to their effects when applied on skin.

Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 16.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract is from the Neem tree. Neem trees originate from India.

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

The flowers of this tree are lilac colored.

Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

We don't have a description for Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

We don't have a description for Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 19.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae

Aloe contains the antioxidants Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins neutralize free radicals. It also contains sugars in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, choline, many common minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12. Aloe is known to be anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, healing, and protect against UV rays.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 20.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 20.

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Cardiospermum halicacabum extract is more commonly known as Balloon Vine Extract.

Balloon Vine Extract helps soothe skin and is an antioxidant. It also contains many fatty acids, such as palmitic, oleic, and stearic acids. While these fatty acids help soften skin, they may not be fungal-friendly.

Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

Balloon Vine has been used in traditional medicine in many Asian cultures.

Learn more about Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Liked

Curcuma Longa Root Extract is from the spice, turmeric. Besides being a healthy and delicious spice, turmeric also has plenty of skincare benefits. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties.

Turmeric contains curcumin, an antioxidant. Antioxidants help neutralize unstable free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin's cells and DNA. Curcumin may help with anti-aging.

Curcumin also has anti-inflammatory properties. It can help soothe skin and reduce irritation. On top of that, curcumin has been shown to help prevent hyperpigmentation from sun damage.

The anti-microbial property of turmeric can make it effective in treating acne. It has also been shown to help regulate the production of sebum.

Learn more about Curcuma Longa Root Extract

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 22.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Corallina Officinalis Extract is from the red seaweed, Corallina Officinalis. This seaweed is found all over the world but is most common in the rocky shores of Great Britain and Ireland.

Corallina Officinalis Extract contains antioxidant and emollient properties.

Extracted polysaccharides, galactose and xylose, in red algae showed antioxidant activity. Antioxidants help with anti-aging by neutralizing free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin cells and DNA. Galactose is also a PHA.

Corallina Officinalis is structurally similar to coral due to its high calcium content.

Learn more about Corallina Officinalis Extract

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract comes from the Holy Basil plant. Holy Basil is native to India.

Holy Basil is rich in antioxidants due to its high romarinic acid, ferulic acid, and rutin content. The ferulic acid may help with skin brightening and help soothe the skin.

Antioxidants may help with anti-aging due to its ability to neutralize free-radical molecules. These molecules may damage skin cells and DNA.

While Holy Basil has many claims to help fight acne, more research is needed.

One thing to note is the presence of tannins. Tannins are naturally found in nature. This compound may be skin-sensitizing.

Learn more about Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 24.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 24.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Gossypium Herbaceum Extract.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 25.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 25.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

Sophora Flavescens Root Extract is an antioxidant.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 26.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 26.

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What it does: Astringent, Skin Conditioning, Tonic

We don't have a description for Rheum Palmatum Root/Stalk Extract.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 27.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 27.

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What it does: Astringent, Humectant, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract comes from the Baikal skullcap or Chinese skullcap plant. This plant is native to Northeast Asia and can be found in China, Mongolia, Korea, and Siberia.

In cosmetics, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This is due to the flavonoid composition of Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract.

In Chinese traditional folk medicine, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is used to help treat lung and hypertension.

Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 28.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

We don't have a description for Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 29.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 29.

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What it does: Astringent
Community Rating: Liked

We don't have a description for Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 30.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 30.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

We don't have a description for Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 31.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does: Tonic
Community Rating: Mixed

We don't have a description for Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 32.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 32.

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What it does: Humectant
Community Rating: Loved

We don't have a description for Pueraria Lobata Root Extract.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 33.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 33.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 34.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 34.

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

This ingredient is the fixed oil extracted from seeds of the desert shrub Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil. The seed oil is liquid wax ester from the plant. It is non-comedogenic.

Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient. Jojoba contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help protect your skin against free-radical damage. This may help in anti-aging.

Jojoba seed oil is a humectant, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.

While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some bacteria. It has also been shown to help in wound healing. Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns.

It is found to be similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. Jojoba oil may even help with regulating sebum production.

Although jojoba oil is non-comedogenic, we recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have any concerns.

Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

Jojoba is native to the southwestern US.

Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 35.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 35.

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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.

Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 36.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 36.

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What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Bisabolol is pimarily used to add fragrance to a product. However, it is also famous for helping soothe skin.

Bisabolol comes from German chamomile essential oil. Synthetic Bisabolol has been shown to be less effective.

Bisabolol helps soothe skin. It does this by blocking the inflammatory signals, helping to reduce your body's reaction to irritation.

Bisabolol also interferes with the process of hyperpigmentation. This can help with reducing dark spots and uneven tone.

Bisabolol is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. By fighting these free-radicals, Bisabolol may slow down signs of aging.

Studies have shown Bisabolol to have antimicrobial properties and may be a fungicide. These properties help preserve a product's shelf life.

Bisabolol also helps the absorption of other ingredients.

Learn more about Bisabolol

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 37.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 37.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.

As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.

Learn more about Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 38.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 38.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Mixed

Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.

Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.

With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.

Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.

Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.

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Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 39.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 39.

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What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

This ingredient is a form of glycerin with emulsifying and emollient properties.

As an emulsifier, this ingredient helps keep products together while adding a thick texture. The manufacturer states this ingredient has emollient properties. Emollients help keep the skin hydrated by trapping moisture in.

Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is created by reacting diglycerin and isostearic acid. Due to the isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.

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Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 40.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 40.

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What it does: Emollient, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.

As an emulsifier, Octyldodecanol helps prevent the oils and waters from separating. It also prevents ingredients from creating foam when shaken.

Octyldodecanol is created by reducing fatty acid to an alcohol.

Due to its high molecular weight, it does not get absorbed into the skin.

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Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 41.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 41.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising

Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate isn't fungal acne safe.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 42.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 42.

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What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Mixed

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 43.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 43.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 44.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 44.

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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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Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 45.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 45.

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What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 46.

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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.

Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 47.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 47.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 48.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 48.

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

44% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet
44% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet

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Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients

1.7 /5
from 3 ratings
Strong Scent (3) Absorbs Well (2) Irritating (2) Drying (1) Expensive (1) Broke Me Out (1)
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JolyneKujo_268

2 months ago · Skin
Review

despite lightweight texture this one was very irritating

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pili09_523

2 months ago · Oily Skin
Review

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.

Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ 48 ingredients

4.5 /5
from 2 ratings
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hyggeday

11 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

For reapplication purposes only!
I had so many expectations when I bought this sunstick. Initially I was looking for products to reapply my SPF...

For reapplication purposes only!
I had so many expectations when I bought this sunstick. Initially I was looking for products to reapply my SPF throughout the day over make-up, and this appeared first on the list. Needless to say I was skeptic about the whole idea as I thought that there is no way it won't ruin my make-up. And I was right... When I applied it, it shifted my make-up and some bits remained on the stick as well. But...

If I reapply it on days when I am make-up free, boy, it's such an amazing product. It's so lightweight, and leaves my skin smooth. I catch myself reaching for it times and times again.

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