Comparison between COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 vs. Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+/PA++++ (2017 Formula)

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37 Ingredients 36

1
Water
1
Water
2
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
2
Alcohol Denatured
3
Glycerin
3
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
4
Propylene Glycol
4
Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer
5
Cyclopentasiloxane
5
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
6
Tinosorb S
6
Bisethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
7
Ensulizole
7
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
8
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
8
Dimethicone
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Uniqueness26 out of 37
70.3%
Uniqueness25 out of 36
69.4%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
6 out of 37
16%
chemical
27 out of 37
73%
natural
6 out of 36
17%
chemical
26 out of 36
72%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 1
Glycerin#3Propylene Glycol#4Butylene Glycol#14Alcohol Denatured#11
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Glyceryl Stearate SE#13Stearic Acid#28
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Titanium Dioxide#15
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 1
Butylene Glycol#26Propylene Glycol#27Sodium Hyaluronate#28Alcohol Denatured#2
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#32Glyceryl Stearate SE#17
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract#30Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#32

Detailed view

COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50 vs. Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+/PA++++ (2017 Formula)
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

#2Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#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.

Position 3

#3Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#3Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 4

#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.

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#4Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Film former
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
Position 5

#5Cyclopentasiloxane

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning, Solvent
Protection
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cyclopentasiloxane is a fluid silicone. It’s non-greasy and doesn’t have any scent or color. It evaporates pretty fast which makes this ingredient essential when it comes to making products that have to dry quickly. It also gives a nice silky feeling when you apply the product to the skin and hair. It leaves a thin film that protects the skin after evaporation.

Cyclopentasiloxane is chemically neutral, meaning it doesn’t react with other components.

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#5C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antimicrobial agent, Emollient
Cleansing
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is mostly used as formulation component. It gives the product a soft and silky but non-greasy feeling. As for the skin benefits, it's an emollient – it makes the skin softer and more hydrated. It also helps to kill bacteria and increase the product’s shelf life.

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