Comparison between Biore Aqua Rich Watery Essence (2023 Version) vs. Nivea Sun Protect Water Gel SPF 35/PA+++ Pump Type

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38 Ingredients 19

1
Water
1
Water
2
Alcohol Denatured
2
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
3
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
3
Ethanol
4
Ethylhexyl Triazone
4
Propylene Glycol
5
Isopropyl Palmitate
5
Dimethicone
6
Lauryl Methacrylate/​sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer 
6
Ethylhexyl Triazone
7
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
7
Hexyl Diethylaminohydroxybenzoylbenzoate
8
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
8
Butylene Glycol
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Uniqueness31 out of 38
81.6%
Uniqueness12 out of 19
63.2%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
5 out of 38
13%
chemical
26 out of 38
68%
natural
2 out of 19
11%
chemical
11 out of 19
58%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 1
Butylene Glycol#11Glycerin#18Sodium Hyaluronate#34Alcohol Denatured#2
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Isopropyl Palmitate#5Glyceryl Stearate SE#19
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Propylene Glycol#4Butylene Glycol#8
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Ethanol#3

Detailed view

Biore Aqua Rich Watery Essence (2023 Version) vs. Nivea Sun Protect Water Gel SPF 35/PA+++ Pump Type
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2

#2Alcohol Denatured

Origin: chemical
Role: Antifoaming agent, Antimicrobial agent, Astringent, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Antiseptic
Alcohols
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin

Alcohol Denatured is a great bacteria killer. Manufacturers often put it inside products to increase their shelf life.

It’s one of the most harmful alcohols used in skincare. You should use it carefully, especially if you have dry skin. It removes oily barrier from the surface of your skin making it less protected and causing dryness. We advise you to pay attention to the position of this component in a formulation. If it stays below the 6th position it will hardly harm your skin. We also recommend testing the product first before application. If you feel a “cooling effect” it means the product contains a lot of alcohol and it's better to be careful with it.

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#2Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 3

#3Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#3Ethanol

Origin: chemical
Role: Antifoaming agent, Antimicrobial agent, Astringent, Fragrance ingredient, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Soothing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 4

#4Ethylhexyl Triazone

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
UV Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Propylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Propylene Glycol is a useful componet with many positive effects. It’s a very good moisturizer. It helps to deliver ingredients into deeper layers of the skin. It creates a protective layer on the skin preventing water loss. The component is researched very well and doesn’t have notable side effects. It’s used even for making food.

Position 5

#5Isopropyl Palmitate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Binding, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Solvent
Softening
Antistatic
Hair gloss
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 4 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
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#5Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

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