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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Kosas DreamBeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen SPF 40 versus MizuMi UV Water Serum SPF50+ PA++++ .

Last updated on December 08, 2023. Published on February 01, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates

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Sunscreen American Brand United States
Sunscreen Thai Brand Thailand

Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
40
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA (2)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter (2)
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting
Brightening
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Kosas DreamBeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 1.

MizuMi UV Water Serum SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

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.

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Kosas DreamBeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 5.

MizuMi UV Water Serum SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.

3
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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:

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Kosas DreamBeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 20.

MizuMi UV Water Serum SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 25.

4
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

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Kosas DreamBeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 23.

MizuMi UV Water Serum SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.

5
What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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Kosas DreamBeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 30.

MizuMi UV Water Serum SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 24.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

38% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
43% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet
35% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
15% have no rating yet

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