Comparison between Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence (2023) vs. Beauty Of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++

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36 Ingredients 46

1
Water
1
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
2
Ethanol
2
Synthetic Wax
3
Octinoxate
3
Dibutyl Adipate
4
Ethylhexyl Triazone
4
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
5
Isopropyl Palmitate
5
Isopropyl Palmitate
6
Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer
6
Caprylyl Methicone
7
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
7
Caprylyl Trimethicone
8
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
8
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
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Uniqueness27 out of 36
75.0%
Uniqueness37 out of 46
80.4%

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 36
14%
chemical
27 out of 36
75%
natural
19 out of 46
41%
chemical
21 out of 46
46%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#11Glycerin#16Sodium Hyaluronate#32
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Isopropyl Palmitate#5Glyceryl Stearate SE#17
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Ethanol#2Octinoxate#3
Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil#291,2-Hexanediol#40Panthenol#41Butylene Glycol#42Glycerin#44
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#31Isopropyl Palmitate#5Ethylhexyl Palmitate#8
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence (2023) vs. Beauty Of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50 PA++++
Position 1

#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.

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#1Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Film former, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 2

#2Ethanol

Origin: chemical
Role: Antifoaming agent, Antimicrobial agent, Astringent, Fragrance ingredient, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Soothing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2Synthetic Wax

Origin: natural
Role: Antistatic agent, Binding, Emollient, Emulsion stabilizer, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 3

#3Octinoxate

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
UV Protection
EWG Rating [ 5 ]
Octinoxate is an effective sun protector that absorbs UV-B rays mostly. That means it can help to protect the skin from burns and from cancer. It’s also a solvent for other sunscreen components. This helps manufacturers to make products less oily.
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#3Dibutyl Adipate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Film former, Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 4

#4Ethylhexyl Triazone

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
UV Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 5
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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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