Whitelab UV Shield Tank Sunscreen Gel SPF 50++ Versus Somethinc Holyshield! Sunscreen Comfort Corrector Serum SPF 50+ PA++++
This chemical sunscreen covers most of the UV range, lighter on the deep UVA that drives aging.
This mineral sunscreen covers the full UV range, though its SPF isn't confirmed on file yet.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Triethanolamine
BufferingButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Betaine
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingOctocrylene
UV Absorber
Silica
Abrasive
Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Propanediol
Solvent
Triethylene Glycol
Masking
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Triethanolamine, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Betaine, Niacinamide, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Carbomer, Octocrylene, Silica, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Allantoin, Panthenol, Lecithin, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Propanediol, Triethylene Glycol
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates Copolymer
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
MaskingPolyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
PEG-35 Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
CI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantAesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Epigallocatechin Gallate
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Calcium Pantothenate
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Diethyl Phthalate
Masking
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicCyclopentasiloxane, Water, Propanediol, Zinc Oxide, Caprylyl Methicone, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Acrylates Copolymer, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, PEG-35 Castor Oil, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, CI 77288, Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract, Alcohol, Polysorbate 20, Disodium EDTA, Tocopherol, Epigallocatechin Gallate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Calcium Pantothenate, Retinyl Palmitate, Linoleic Acid, Diethyl Phthalate, Biotin
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycolPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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