V.Sun Catch The Sun Face Cream Sensitive SPF 50 Versus Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Weightless Face Sunscreen - SPF 30
Updated on March 19, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
V.Sun Catch The Sun Face Cream Sensitive SPF 50 27 ingredients
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Weightless Face Sunscreen - SPF 30 33 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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V.Sun Catch The Sun Face Cream Sensitive SPF 50 27 ingredients
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Weightless Face Sunscreen - SPF 30 33 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Glycerin
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Ether
EmollientCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingDecylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPiroctone Olamine
Preservative
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Silver Chloride
Preservative
Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
CleansingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Ether, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ectoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Decylene Glycol, Piroctone Olamine, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Titanium Dioxide, Silver Chloride, Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate, Propylene Glycol
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 5.5%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 4%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningIsohexadecane
EmollientDiisopropyl Adipate
EmollientC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientMethylparaben
Preservative
Ceteth-10 Phosphate
CleansingDicetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Propylparaben
Preservative
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Silk Amino Acids
HumectantSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Colocasia Antiquorum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMangifera Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPassiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPlumeria Acutifolia Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPsidium Guajava Fruit Extract
AstringentIron Oxides
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2%, Homosalate 5.5%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.5%, Octocrylene 4%, Water, Isohexadecane, Diisopropyl Adipate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Methylparaben, Ceteth-10 Phosphate, Dicetyl Phosphate, Parfum, Propylparaben, Polysorbate 60, Disodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Aminomethyl Propanol, Mica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Silk Amino Acids, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Colocasia Antiquorum Root Extract, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract, Plumeria Acutifolia Flower Extract, Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract, Iron Oxides
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 WaterC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateEthylhexyl 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 SalicylateTocopheryl 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 AcetateXanthan 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.
Learn more about Xanthan GumCaprylyl 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 GlycolIngredient Ratings
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V.Sun Catch The Sun Face Cream Sensitive SPF 50 27 ingredients
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Weightless Face Sunscreen - SPF 30 33 ingredients
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Here's what our community thinks
V.Sun Catch The Sun Face Cream Sensitive SPF 50 27 ingredients
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Weightless Face Sunscreen - SPF 30 33 ingredients
Don't waste you're $$
I bought this because i loooove their body sunscreen its the only thing ive used all my life, and seen this and thought it would be similar, boy was I mistaken. It made my eyes sting, it smelled bad all day, and felt thick and greasy, didn't even abosrb into my skin. Applying throughout the day just made the texture worse.
4 stars bc i wish it was higher spf but i love this sunscreen. Makes me look glowy and does really well under makeup. It does have a strong scent so if you're sensitive to that then avoid but I enjoy the smell.
