Wardah UV Shield Airy Smooth Sunscreen Serum Versus Glamazing Sunmazing Brightening Booster SPF 50
Updated on October 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Wardah UV Shield Airy Smooth Sunscreen Serum 34 ingredients
Glamazing Sunmazing Brightening Booster SPF 50 40 ingredients
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Wardah UV Shield Airy Smooth Sunscreen Serum 34 ingredients
Glamazing Sunmazing Brightening Booster SPF 50 40 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientDipropylene Glycol
MaskingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Kaolin
Abrasive
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPropanediol
SolventDisodium EDTA
Lecithin
EmollientBHT
Antioxidant
Trideceth-9
EmulsifyingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Haberlea Rhodopensis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Capillaris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Behenyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Allantoin, Glycerin, Arachidyl Glucoside, Parfum, Kaolin, Xanthan Gum, Propanediol, Disodium EDTA, Lecithin, BHT, Trideceth-9, Centella Asiatica Extract, Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Haberlea Rhodopensis Leaf Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 20, CI 42090, CI 19140
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Triethanolamine
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
PEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSodium PCA
HumectantTetrasodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Broussonetia Papyrifera Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Rhus Semialata Extract
Skin ConditioningTricholoma Matsutake Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Glycine
Buffering
Fructose
HumectantUrea
Buffering
Inositol
HumectantLactic Acid
Buffering
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Isopropyl Myristate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Titanium Dioxide, Niacinamide, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Xanthan Gum, Glycerin, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Decyl Glucoside, Acetyl Glucosamine, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Propylene Glycol, Broussonetia Papyrifera Bark Extract, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Madecassoside, Rhus Semialata Extract, Tricholoma Matsutake Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glycine, Fructose, Urea, Inositol, Lactic Acid
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 WaterEthylhexyl 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 MethoxycinnamateEthylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazonePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinXanthan 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 GumEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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Wardah UV Shield Airy Smooth Sunscreen Serum 34 ingredients
Glamazing Sunmazing Brightening Booster SPF 50 40 ingredients
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Wardah UV Shield Airy Smooth Sunscreen Serum 34 ingredients
It gives a powdery finish and fast absorb. But it causes fungal acne to my skin until i stop. Wonder if there is ceramide tho cos i am sensitive with ceramide
