VT Cosmetics PDRN Moist Tone Up Sun Essence SPF 50+ Versus Anua Airy Sun Cream SPF50 PA++++
Updated on August 19, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan sunscreens. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
VT Cosmetics PDRN Moist Tone Up Sun Essence SPF 50+ 56 ingredients
Anua Airy Sun Cream SPF50 PA++++ 31 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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VT Cosmetics PDRN Moist Tone Up Sun Essence SPF 50+ 56 ingredients
Anua Airy Sun Cream SPF50 PA++++ 31 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Glycerin
Humectant
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientDimethiconol
Emollient
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingAlumina
Abrasive
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Polyether-1
T-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Sodium Dna
Skin Conditioning
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
EmollientSh-Polypeptide-121
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-16
Skin Protecting
Sh-Polypeptide-3
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-60
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-62
Antioxidant
Sh-Polypeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Water, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Niacinamide, Dibutyl Adipate, Caprylyl Methicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Parfum, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Dimethiconol, Trisiloxane, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Alumina, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Lauryl Glucoside, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Polyether-1, T-Butyl Alcohol, Ascorbic Acid, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Sodium Dna, Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract, Sh-Polypeptide-121, Potassium Sorbate, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sh-Oligopeptide-2, Sh-Polypeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-16, Sh-Polypeptide-3, Sh-Polypeptide-60, Sh-Polypeptide-62, Sh-Polypeptide-9
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Propylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientIsododecane
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Artemisia Capillaris Extract
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Melaleuca Cajaputi Extract
Tonic
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningWater, Zinc Oxide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Isododecane, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Centella Asiatica Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Melaleuca Cajaputi Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
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 preservativesÂ
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolButyloctyl Salicylate is a chemical UV filter structurally similar to octisalate. It is a photostabilizer, SPF booster, emollient and solvent. This ingredient helps evenly spread out ingredients.
According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for pairing with micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateCaprylyl Methicone is a type of silicone.
It helps soften and soothe the skin by creating a thin film on top. This film helps trap moisture, keeping your skin hydrated.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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!
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VT Cosmetics PDRN Moist Tone Up Sun Essence SPF 50+ 56 ingredients
Anua Airy Sun Cream SPF50 PA++++ 31 ingredients
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