Comparison between Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ (2019 Formula) vs. Skin Aqua UV Super Moisture Essence (2023)

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38 Ingredients 26

1
Water
1
Water
2
Alcohol Denatured
2
Butylene Glycol
3
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
3
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
4
Ethylhexyl Triazone
4
Alcohol Denatured
5
Isopropyl Palmitate
5
Isononyl Isononanoate
6
Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer
6
Ethylhexyl Triazone
7
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
7
Sodium Hyaluronate
8
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
8
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
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Uniqueness26 out of 38
68.4%
Uniqueness14 out of 26
53.8%

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
6 out of 38
16%
chemical
28 out of 38
74%
natural
2 out of 26
8%
chemical
20 out of 26
77%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 1
Butylene Glycol#11Glycerin#16Tocopherol#34Sodium Hyaluronate#36Alcohol Denatured#2
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Isopropyl Palmitate#5Glyceryl Stearate SE#18
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 1
Butylene Glycol#2Sodium Hyaluronate#7Propylene Glycol#17Alcohol Denatured#4
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ (2019 Formula) vs. Skin Aqua UV Super Moisture Essence (2023)
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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#2Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

Position 3

#3Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#3Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 4

#4Ethylhexyl Triazone

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
UV Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Alcohol 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.

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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#5Isononyl Isononanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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