MizuMi UV Water Defense Pro SPF 50+ Versus MizuMi UV Water Serum SPF50+ PA++++
Updated on February 06, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
MizuMi UV Water Defense Pro SPF 50+ 31 ingredients
MizuMi UV Water Serum SPF50+ PA++++ 26 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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MizuMi UV Water Defense Pro SPF 50+ 31 ingredients
MizuMi UV Water Serum SPF50+ PA++++ 26 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHydrogen Dimethicone
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingImidazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Citrate
BufferingBiosaccharide Gum-4
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Caprylyl Methicone, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Hydrogen Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Silica, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, Hydrated Silica, Lauroyl Lysine, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Isododecane
EmollientNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Dioctyldodeceth-5 Lauroyl Glutamate
EmollientAlumina
Abrasive
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Steareth-21
CleansingSteareth-2
EmulsifyingPEG-100 Stearate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylpropanediol
SolventSimethicone
Emollient
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Triethanolamine
BufferingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAscorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Isododecane, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Dioctyldodeceth-5 Lauroyl Glutamate, Alumina, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Steareth-21, Steareth-2, PEG-100 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Methylpropanediol, Simethicone, Methyl Gluceth-20, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract
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 WaterZinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxideTitanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxidePropanediol 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 PropanediolButylene 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 GlycolWe don't have a description for Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate yet.
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate is a version of ascorbic acid, or Vitamin C.
This ingredient has many benefits including reducing wrinkles, skin soothing, dark spot fading, and fighting against free radicals.
It helps with dark spot fading by interfering with the process of skin darkening, helping to reduce hyperpigmentation. Like other forms of vitamin C, this ingredient encourages the skin to create more collagen.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
One study found Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate to degrade in sunlight, but is stabilized when combined with acetyl zingerone.
Learn more about Ascorbyl TetraisopalmitateTocopheryl 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.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateSodium 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 HyaluronateIngredient Ratings
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MizuMi UV Water Defense Pro SPF 50+ 31 ingredients
MizuMi UV Water Serum SPF50+ PA++++ 26 ingredients
