Blume Meltdown Gel Cream for Acne-Prone Skin Versus Blume Meltdown Daily Balancing Gel Cleanser
Updated on September 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides and hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Blume Meltdown Gel Cream for Acne-Prone Skin 54 ingredients
Blume Meltdown Daily Balancing Gel Cleanser 40 ingredients
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Blume Meltdown Gel Cream for Acne-Prone Skin 54 ingredients
Blume Meltdown Daily Balancing Gel Cleanser 40 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventSqualane
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientDiheptyl Succinate
EmollientCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Maltol
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Terminalia Chebula Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Lactate
BufferingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Arginine
Masking
PCA
HumectantCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Gossypium Hirsutum Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Sodium PCA
HumectantLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin ProtectingSolanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Polyquaternium-80
CleansingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Saccharide Isomerate
HumectantMaltodextrin
AbsorbentCitric Acid
Buffering
Aspartic Acid
MaskingSodium Citrate
BufferingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingGlycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingDipropylene Glycol
MaskingSerine
MaskingValine
MaskingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Proline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningSucrose Distearate
Emollient
Histidine
HumectantPhenylalanine
MaskingWater, Propanediol, Squalane, Diisostearyl Malate, Diheptyl Succinate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Behenyl Alcohol, Maltol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Terminalia Chebula Fruit Extract, Sodium Lactate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Arginine, PCA, Ceramide NP, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Ceramide Ns, Cholesterol, Ceramide EOP, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Gossypium Hirsutum Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Sodium PCA, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract, Polyquaternium-80, Sorbitan Isostearate, Saccharide Isomerate, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Aspartic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycine, Alanine, Dipropylene Glycol, Serine, Valine, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Glyceryl Stearate, Proline, Threonine, Isoleucine, Sucrose Distearate, Histidine, Phenylalanine
Water
Skin ConditioningDecyl Glucoside
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingLauryl Lactate
EmollientOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Propanediol
SolventSaccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
Masking
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Piper Nigrum Seed Oil
Astringent
Boswellia Serrata Oil
Masking
Foeniculum Vulgare Oil
Emollient
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingPinus Sylvestris Oil
Masking
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex
Antioxidant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSpirulina Platensis Extract
Skin ProtectingBlue 1 Lake
Cosmetic ColorantTanacetum Annuum Flower Oil
Masking
Water, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Lauryl Lactate, Oryza Sativa Extract, Propanediol, Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate, Salicylic Acid, Nigella Sativa Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Citric Acid, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Piper Nigrum Seed Oil, Boswellia Serrata Oil, Foeniculum Vulgare Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Pinus Sylvestris Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Blue 1 Lake, Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil
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.
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 GlycerinCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPCeramide AP is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.
They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide NP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide APCholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolCeramide EOP is a type of Ceramide.
EOP stands for a linked Ester fatty acid, a linked Omega hydroxy fatty acid, and the Phytosphingosine base.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin. They bind dead skin cells together to create a barrier. The ceramides in our skin have the ability to hold water to keep our skin hydrated.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A strong skin barrier helps with:
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Learn more about Ceramide EOPSodium 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 HyaluronateGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Licorice. It has been found to have several benefits such as skin hydrating, conditioning, and soothing.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Learn more about Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
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Blume Meltdown Gel Cream for Acne-Prone Skin 54 ingredients
Blume Meltdown Daily Balancing Gel Cleanser 40 ingredients
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Blume Meltdown Gel Cream for Acne-Prone Skin 54 ingredients
I had the small bumps on my forehead and have bad redness. As soon as i put this on. Its gone the next day. And i have used it on and off and everytime i reuse it. It always stuns me of the amazing results.
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this moisturizer. I have acne/clog prone oily-combo skin. Since I began using retinol last year my previous moisturizer (Versed Dew Point) wasn't hydrating my skin enough. I struggled hard to find a moisturizer that wouldn't break me out and didn't contain a multitude of oils that would make my face super oily. This is AMAZING. It's moisturizing and hydrating without being a Show more
