Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Wardah UV Shield Light Matte Sun Stick SPF 50 PA++++ versus Implora Perfect Shield Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ .
Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on September 06, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
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Ingredient Info
Wardah UV Shield Light Matte Sun Stick SPF 50 PA++++ 20 ingredients
Implora Perfect Shield Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ 39 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
At a glance
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Wardah UV Shield Light Matte Sun Stick SPF 50 PA++++ 20 ingredients
Implora Perfect Shield Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ 39 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Wardah UV Shield Light Matte Sun Stick SPF 50 PA++++ 20 ingredients
Implora Perfect Shield Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ 39 ingredients
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Octocrylene • Homosalate • Silica • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Tris-Biphenyl Triazine • Polyethylene • Tribehenin • Dimethicone • Isohexadecane • Ethylhexyl PCA • Sodium Salicylate • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Phenoxyethanol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopherol • Parfum
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Butylene Glycol Cocoate • Butylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2 • Isostearyl Alcohol • Titanium Dioxide • Acrylates Copolymer • Octocrylene • Sodium Hyaluronate • Triethanolamine • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein • Sodium Hydroxide • Tetrasodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Propylene Glycol • Alumina • 1,2-Hexanediol • Oleth-10 • Polysorbate 60 • Stearic Acid • Aroma • Glycerin • Lecithin • Ethylcellulose • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seedcoat Powder • Potassium Sorbate • Disodium EDTA • Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract • Decyl Glucoside • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Benzoic Acid • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Citric Acid • Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract • Sodium Benzoate • CI 19140
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Ingredients Explained
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Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneWardah UV Shield Light Matte Sun Stick SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Implora Perfect Shield Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneWardah UV Shield Light Matte Sun Stick SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Implora Perfect Shield Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Wardah UV Shield Light Matte Sun Stick SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Implora Perfect Shield Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 5.
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.
Wardah UV Shield Light Matte Sun Stick SPF 50 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Implora Perfect Shield Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.
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Wardah UV Shield Light Matte Sun Stick SPF 50 PA++++ 20 ingredients
Implora Perfect Shield Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ 39 ingredients
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Wardah UV Shield Light Matte Sun Stick SPF 50 PA++++ 20 ingredients
Implora Perfect Shield Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ 39 ingredients
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