Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Moist Sun Serum SPF 50+ PA++++ Versus Lumi Vitamin Glow Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 PA++++
Updated on April 17, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Moist Sun Serum SPF 50+ PA++++ 37 ingredients
Lumi Vitamin Glow Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 PA++++ 35 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Moist Sun Serum SPF 50+ PA++++ 37 ingredients
Lumi Vitamin Glow Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 PA++++ 35 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Acrylates Copolymer
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialEthylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Phenethyl Benzoate
Emollient
Arbutin
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Methylpropanediol
SolventIsoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Polysilicone-15
UV FilterPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningC30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
AbsorbentSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingEthyl Hexanediol
SolventHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Panax Ginseng Berry Extract
Skin Conditioning
Panax Ginseng Extract
Antioxidant
Panax Ginseng Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Butylene Glycol, Dibutyl Adipate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Alcohol, Acrylates Copolymer, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Phenethyl Benzoate, Arbutin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Silica, Methylpropanediol, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Polysilicone-15, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide, Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide, C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Ethyl Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Panax Ginseng Berry Extract, Panax Ginseng Extract, Panax Ginseng Leaf/Stem Extract, Adenosine, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Propanediol
Solvent
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion Stabilising1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialTriethoxycaprylylsilane
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Prunus Persica Fruit Extract
Abrasive
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingAmmonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Menthone Glycerin Acetal
RefreshingT-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Glucose
Humectant
Santalum Album Oil
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Water, Zinc Oxide, Propanediol, Coco-Caprylate, C14-22 Alcohols, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Methyl Trimethicone, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Disodium EDTA, Menthone Glycerin Acetal, T-Butyl Alcohol, Glucose, Santalum Album Oil, Linalool, Geraniol, Limonene, Citronellol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Ingredient Ratings
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Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Moist Sun Serum SPF 50+ PA++++ 37 ingredients
Lumi Vitamin Glow Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 PA++++ 35 ingredients
Reviews
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Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Moist Sun Serum SPF 50+ PA++++ 37 ingredients
It was so good, then it suddenly burned like no other one morning around my eye area and nose.
I don't use this sunscreen very often but when I do I really like wearing it. The texture is very special since it's more of a serum than a conventional cream. After applying it does change its texture though. It kind of transforms, while working it into your skin, from a liquid/gel-like texture to a more creamy texture. It also has a super glowy, dewy finish which I personally love. That's why I Show more
