Kosas DreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides 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 Kosas DreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides at 7.0/9.8. Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen wins for hydration.
Head to head
DreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides
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
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
21% overlapOnly in Kosas DreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides
22 unique
Shared ingredients
8 in common
Only in Tower 28 Beauty SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen
31 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 Kosas DreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides'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 4.2 for Kosas DreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides. 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 kosas DreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides relies on Allantoin, Bioflavonoids, and Glycoproteins. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Kosas DreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides 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
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: Kosas DreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides 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 Kosas DreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides 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 Kosas DreamBeam Silicone-Free Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 with Ceramides and Peptides 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.