Torriden Balanceful Cica Tone-up Sun Cream SPF50 PA++++ Versus Banobagi Milk Thistle Repair Cica Sunscreen Plus SPF 45+ PA++++
Updated on January 01, 2025
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 niacinamide, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Torriden Balanceful Cica Tone-up Sun Cream SPF50 PA++++ 43 ingredients
Banobagi Milk Thistle Repair Cica Sunscreen Plus SPF 45+ PA++++ 41 ingredients
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Torriden Balanceful Cica Tone-up Sun Cream SPF50 PA++++ 43 ingredients
Banobagi Milk Thistle Repair Cica Sunscreen Plus SPF 45+ PA++++ 41 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Propanediol
SolventButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientTriethylhexanoin
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPropylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningAlthaea Rosea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Sulfate
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingLauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer
CleansingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Citrate
BufferingSwertia Japonica Extract
Skin ConditioningNymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Zinc Oxide, Propanediol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Methyl Trimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Isododecane, Triethylhexanoin, Niacinamide, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassoside, Panthenol, Allantoin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Adenosine, Tocopherol, Caprylyl Methicone, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Dipropylene Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Mica, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Lauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 77891, CI 77288, Sodium Citrate, Swertia Japonica Extract, Nymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientNiacinamide
Smoothing
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
PEG-8 Laurate
Emulsifying
Xylitol
HumectantAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Octyldodecanol
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract
Skin ConditioningHippophae Rhamnoides Extract
MaskingSilybum Marianum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthium Strumarium Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCarnosine
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningArctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Glutathione
Oligopeptide-29
Antioxidant
Oligopeptide-32
Antiseborrhoeic
Water, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Dibutyl Adipate, Niacinamide, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dimethicone, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, PEG-8 Laurate, Xylitol, Allantoin, Madecassoside, Octyldodecanol, Silica, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Glycerin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Silybum Marianum Seed Extract, Xanthium Strumarium Fruit Extract, Carnosine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Tocopherol, Copper Tripeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Glutathione, Oligopeptide-29, Oligopeptide-32
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractMadecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.
Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.
One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.
Learn more about MadecassosideAllantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinAdenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineTocopherol (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 Tocopherol1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
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 preservatives
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolIngredient Ratings
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