Bloom Effects Tulip Dew Sunscreen Serum SPF50 Versus M-61 Hydraboost Oil-Free Sunscreen SPF 40
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols
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Ingredient Info
Bloom Effects Tulip Dew Sunscreen Serum SPF50 47 ingredients
M-61 Hydraboost Oil-Free Sunscreen SPF 40 31 ingredients
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Bloom Effects Tulip Dew Sunscreen Serum SPF50 47 ingredients
M-61 Hydraboost Oil-Free Sunscreen SPF 40 31 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 12%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingJojoba Esters
Emollient
Tridecyl Salicylate
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Methylpropanediol
SolventSilica
Abrasive
Nylon-12
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Tulipa Gesneriana Callus Culture Extract
Absorbent
Helianthus Annuus Extract
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Lactate
BufferingBisabolol
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Lentinus Edodes Extract
Skin ConditioningTerminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Podocarpus Elatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPleiogynium Timoriense Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLecithin
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSodium Chloride
Masking
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientMethylheptyl Isostearate
Skin ConditioningPhenylpropanol
Masking
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenethyl Alcohol
MaskingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Citric Acid
Buffering
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide 12%, Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Jojoba Esters, Tridecyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Niacinamide, Methylpropanediol, Silica, Nylon-12, Coco-Caprylate, Tulipa Gesneriana Callus Culture Extract, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lactate, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Tocopherol, Lentinus Edodes Extract, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Podocarpus Elatus Fruit Extract, Pleiogynium Timoriense Fruit Extract, Lecithin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Sodium Chloride, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Methylheptyl Isostearate, Phenylpropanol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Gluconate, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenethyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Alcohol, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Citric Acid, CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491
Homosalate 14.5%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningOctyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Hdi/PPG/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventSorbeth-30 Tetraisostearate
Emulsifying
Isododecane
EmollientVp/Eicosene Copolymer
Vp/Acrylates/Lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer
Triacontanyl Pvp
HumectantVp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Tamarindus Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Emulsifying
PPG-8-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingAcrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingDisodium EDTA
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingHomosalate 14.5%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Water, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Glycerin, Hdi/PPG/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Sorbeth-30 Tetraisostearate, Isododecane, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Vp/Acrylates/Lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer, Triacontanyl Pvp, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Alcohol, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Tamarindus Indica Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Potassium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, PPG-8-Ceteth-20, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyethylcellulose
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 WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronatePotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateAlcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is usually an astringent alcohol.
These alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Fatty alcohols come from plant oils such as coconut oil. These can help hydrate the skin and are non-irritating. Some fatty alcohols include cetyl and stearyl alcohol.
Learn more about AlcoholIngredient Ratings
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Bloom Effects Tulip Dew Sunscreen Serum SPF50 47 ingredients
M-61 Hydraboost Oil-Free Sunscreen SPF 40 31 ingredients
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Bloom Effects Tulip Dew Sunscreen Serum SPF50 47 ingredients
Love the formula and texture. Hands down the best spf I've tried within the past few years!!!
