Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5 vs Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen
Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen scores 8.4/9.8 vs Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5 at 6.6/9.8. Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen wins for hydration.
Head to head
Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5
SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen
Score comparison
Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen takes this one, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Tower 28 Beauty WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Tower 28 Beauty WINSIngredient Transparency
Beauty of Joseon WINSFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
28% overlapOnly in Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5
28 unique
Shared ingredients
11 in common
Only in Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen
28 unique
Why Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen comes out ahead
Where Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 9.8 compared to Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5's 5.7. With Cholesterol, Glycerin, and Phytosphingosine in its top ingredients, Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen scores 6.0 here versus 3.2 for Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen brings Allantoin, Bisabolol, and Ceramide Ap as actives, while beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5 relies on Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Inositol, and Tocopherol. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5 is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Cholesterol
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5 comes in at premium pricing with a 6.6 score, which is reasonable for what you get.
Our verdict
Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5 or Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen?
Based on ingredient analysis, Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5 and Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5 and Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.