Wardah UV Shield Active Protection Serum SPF50 Versus Sunplay Ultra Protection Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50+ PA++++
Updated on May 17, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Wardah UV Shield Active Protection Serum SPF50 32 ingredients
Sunplay Ultra Protection Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50+ PA++++ 20 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Wardah UV Shield Active Protection Serum SPF50 32 ingredients
Sunplay Ultra Protection Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50+ PA++++ 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Adipate
EmollientC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPropylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Tris-Biphenyl Triazine
UV Absorber
Sucrose Polystearate
EmollientEthylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyester-7
Skin ConditioningPolymethyl Methacrylate
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientUndecane
EmollientBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingDisodium EDTA
Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate
CleansingCetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Tridecane
Perfuming
Bisabolol
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPropanediol
Solvent
Parfum
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Dibutyl Adipate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Tris-Biphenyl Triazine, Sucrose Polystearate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Glycerin, Polyester-7, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Undecane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Cetearyl Alcohol, Decyl Glucoside, Disodium EDTA, Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate, Cetyl Palmitate, Tridecane, Bisabolol, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Xanthan Gum, Propanediol, Parfum, Butylene Glycol, Disodium Phosphate, Propylene Glycol, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingDimethicone
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Bis-Isobutyl PEG/PPG-10/7/Dimethicone Copolymer
EmulsifyingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientMethylparaben
Preservative
Cyclotetrasiloxane
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Triethylhexanoin, Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Hydrated Silica, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Bis-Isobutyl PEG/PPG-10/7/Dimethicone Copolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Methylparaben, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol
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 WaterDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UV-A absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm).
DHHB is well-liked for:
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%. Unfortunately, it has not been approved for use in the US or Canada due to slow regulatory processes.
This ingredient is soluble in oils, fats, and lipids.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateWe don't have a description for Polymethyl Methacrylate yet.
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 GlycolIngredient Ratings
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