Comparison between Melano CC Anti Spot Whitening Essence vs. Melano CC Sérum Facial Premium Essence

Find out which product is better for your skin.

25 Ingredients 30

1
Butylene Glycol
1
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
2
Dipropylene Glycol
2
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
3
Water
3
3-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
4
Propanediol
4
Ascorbyl Glucoside
5
PEG-8
5
Serine
6
Ethanol
6
Pyridoxine Hcl
7
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
7
Allantoin
8
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
8
O-Cymen-5-Ol
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Uniqueness11 out of 25
44.0%
Uniqueness16 out of 30
53.3%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
7 out of 25
28%
chemical
12 out of 25
48%
natural
9 out of 30
30%
chemical
16 out of 30
53%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#1Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#9Tocopherol#10
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#22
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 5
Ethanol#6Citric Acid#11Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#22Linalool#24Limonene#25
Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 1
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#1Allantoin#7Butylene Glycol#9Propylene Glycol#12Tocopherol#17Alcohol Denatured#15
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Allantoin#7Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#21
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 3
Allantoin#7Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#21Citral#24Linalool#28

Detailed view

Melano CC Anti Spot Whitening Essence vs. Melano CC Sérum Facial Premium Essence
Position 1

#1Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

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#1Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Buffering agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
Antioxidants
UV Protection
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
Rejuvenation
Regeneration
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Vitamin C is known for its strong antioxidant activity. It helps to slow down aging processes. The other positive effect of this ingredient is that it helps to make skin tone even. It's a great ingredient to counter dark areas and uneven skin tone. It's well-researched and considered safe. But it's acid and can irritate the skin if used too often.

Position 2

#2Dipropylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dipropylene Glycol is a solvent, emulsifier, viscosity decreasing, and masking agent. It helps to extract useful chemicals from plants and leaves, making natural components in a product more effective. It also helps to hydrate the skin. Considered safe for health and doesn't irritate the skin in common concentration.

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#2Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
Antioxidants
Anti-aging
Lightening
Healing
Nutrifying
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 3

#3Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

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#33-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 4

#4Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

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#4Ascorbyl Glucoside

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
Antioxidants
UV Protection
Anti-aging
Lightening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#5PEG-8

Origin: chemical
Role: Humectant, Solvent
Soothing
PEG
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5Serine

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Masking
Moisturizing
Protection
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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