Comparison between Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Perfect Sun Block vs. ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Sun Cream SPF 50+/PA++++ (2021)

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43 Ingredients 40

1
Water
1
Water
2
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
2
Dibutyl Adipate
3
Titanium Dioxide
3
Propanediol
4
Propanediol
4
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
5
Butylene Glycol
5
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
6
Acrylates Copolymer
6
Ethylhexyl Triazone
7
Niacinamide
7
Niacinamide
8
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
8
Tinosorb M
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Uniqueness26 out of 43
60.5%
Uniqueness23 out of 40
57.5%

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
11 out of 43
26%
chemical
27 out of 43
63%
natural
12 out of 40
30%
chemical
26 out of 40
65%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#51,2-Hexanediol#9Sodium Hyaluronate#21Glycerin#24Tocopherol#30
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Stearic Acid#26
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Titanium Dioxide#3
Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Glycerin#121,2-Hexanediol#13Butylene Glycol#14Sodium Hyaluronate#16Allantoin#20Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#29Tocopherol#39
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#20
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#20

Detailed view

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Perfect Sun Block vs. ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Sun Cream SPF 50+/PA++++ (2021)
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

#2C12-15 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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#2Dibutyl Adipate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Film former, Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 3

#3Titanium Dioxide

Origin: chemical
Role: Colorant
UV Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Titanium Dioxide is a very effective sunscreen. It belongs to physical sunscreens, meaning it reflects the UV rays like a mirror. The component is a mineral with white color. That’s why it’s also used in different powders as a pigment or brightener.

The component can be both safe and unsafe. It’s reported to be possibly carcinogenic to humans when inhaled. That’s why we don’t recommend using products where TiO2 is used in the form of powder and can be inhaled.

Sometimes it can be a nanoparticle. We recommend avoiding this form because it’s not researched well enough. A safer option is to use a non-nano form.

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#3Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

Position 4

#4Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

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#4Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
UV Protection
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
Position 5

#5Butylene 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.

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#5Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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