Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule vs Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen
Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule scores 8.8/9.8 vs Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen at 8.4/9.8. Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
Black Snail Retinol Ampoule
SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen
Score comparison
Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
TIEIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Dr.G WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
18% overlapOnly in Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule
47 unique
Shared ingredients
10 in common
Only in Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen
29 unique
Why Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule comes out ahead
Where Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 7.3 compared to Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen's 6.0. Its formula features Snail Secretion Filtrate, Niacinamide, and Adenosine in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule brings Snail Secretion Filtrate, Niacinamide, and Adenosine as actives, while tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen relies on Allantoin, Bisabolol, and Ceramide Ap. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Propanediol
- Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Snail Secretion Filtrate does the heavy lifting
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
Our verdict
Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule or Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen?
Based on ingredient analysis, Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule 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 Dr.G Black Snail Retinol Ampoule 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.