HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA vs Supergoop! PLAY 100% Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 with Green Algae
HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA scores 8.3/9.8 vs Supergoop! PLAY 100% Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 with Green Algae at 6.2/9.8. HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA
PLAY 100% Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 with Green Algae
Score comparison
HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA takes this one, winning 3 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
HERA WINSIrritation Risk
Supergoop! WINSActive Ingredient Strength
HERA WINSIngredient Transparency
HERA WINSFormulation Safety
Supergoop! WINSIngredient face-off
9% overlapOnly in HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA
68 unique
Shared ingredients
7 in common
Only in Supergoop! PLAY 100% Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 with Green Algae
26 unique
Why HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA comes out ahead
Where HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 5.6 compared to Supergoop! PLAY 100% Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 with Green Algae's 2.0. Its formula features Niacinamide, Adenosine, and Tocopheryl Acetate in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA scores 9.8 here versus 6.4 for Supergoop! PLAY 100% Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 with Green Algae. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA brings Niacinamide, Adenosine, and Tocopheryl Acetate as actives, while supergoop! PLAY 100% Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 with Green Algae relies on Bisabolol, Ethyl Ferulate, and Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Supergoop! PLAY 100% Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 with Green Algae is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA comes in at premium pricing with a 8.3 score, which is solid value at that tier.
Our verdict
HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA or Supergoop! PLAY 100% Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 with Green Algae?
Based on ingredient analysis, HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA and Supergoop! PLAY 100% Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 with Green Algae share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between HERA UV Protector Tone-Up SPF50+ PA and Supergoop! PLAY 100% Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 with Green Algae?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.