Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Garnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 versus DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 .
Published on December 31, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free day moisturizers. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Day Moisturizer
Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.
Day Moisturizer
Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.
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Ingredient Info
Garnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 27 ingredients
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 26 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Garnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 27 ingredients
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 26 ingredients
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Garnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 27 ingredients
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 26 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Octocrylene • Homosalate • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Dimethicone • Peg-100 Stearate • Glyceryl Stearate • Silica • Stearic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Palmitic Acid • Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Steareth-100 • Parfum • Capryloyl Salicylic Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Xanthan Gum • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Disodium EDTA • Tocopherol • Myristic Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 9% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.5% • Octocrylene 6% • Water • Zea Mays Starch • Glycerin • Niacinamide • Dimethicone • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Trehalose • Panthenol • Stearyl Alcohol • Caprylyl Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Phenoxyethanol • Cetyl Alcohol • Behenyl Alcohol • Peg-100 Stearate • Dimethiconol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Cetearyl Glucoside • Cetearyl Alcohol • Disodium EDTA • Stearic Acid • Palmitic Acid
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGarnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 1.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinGarnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 2.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneGarnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 3.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateGarnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 4.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateGarnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 5.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneGarnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 6.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Garnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 7.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Peg-100 Stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. PEGS are a hydrophilic polyether compound . There are 100 ethylene oxide monomers in Peg-100 Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate is polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.
Peg-100 Stearate helps keep skin soft by trapping moisture in. It helps prevent oil and water from separating in a product. By binding oil and water, it helps remove dirt and oil to be rinsed away.
Garnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 8.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidGarnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 11.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Garnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 12.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Palmitic Acid is a fatty acid found in our skin. In cosmetics, it is usually derived from palm oil. It is a cleanser, emollient, and emulsifier.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate the skin. The emulsifying properties keep ingredients together in a product.
Palmitic Acid may not be fungal-acne safe. It can worsen oily skin and cause breakouts due to its emollient nature.
Learn more about Palmitic AcidGarnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 13.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 26.
Sodium 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 HyaluronateGarnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 15.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolGarnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 20.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 EDTAGarnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 23.
DermaGeek Nourishing Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 24.
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Garnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 27 ingredients
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Garnier Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 15 27 ingredients
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