Comparison between Melano CC Intensive Anti-Spot Premium Essence vs. Sulwhasoo Bloomstay Vitalizing Serum

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23 Ingredients 54

1
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
1
Water
2
Pyridoxine Hcl
2
Butylene Glycol
3
Allantoin
3
Glycerin
4
O-Cymen-5-Ol
4
Glycereth-26
5
Water
5
Alcohol Denatured
6
Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
6
Cyclopentasiloxane
7
Ascorbyl Glucoside
7
Cyclohexasiloxane
8
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
8
Niacinamide
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Uniqueness17 out of 23
73.9%
Uniqueness48 out of 54
88.9%

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
4 out of 23
17%
chemical
15 out of 23
65%
natural
18 out of 54
33%
chemical
31 out of 54
57%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 1
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#1Allantoin#3Tocopherol#9Butylene Glycol#10Propylene Glycol#17Alcohol Denatured#19
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Allantoin#3Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#12
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#3Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#12
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 1
Butylene Glycol#2Glycerin#31,2-Hexanediol#9Beta-Glucan#45Alcohol Denatured#5
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Linalool#37Limonene#47Benzyl Benzoate#49

Detailed view

Melano CC Intensive Anti-Spot Premium Essence vs. Sulwhasoo Bloomstay Vitalizing Serum
Position 1

#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.

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#1Water

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.

Position 2

#2Pyridoxine Hcl

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning
Acne fighting
Softening
Soothing
Nutrifying
Hair follicle nutrition
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2Butylene 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.

Position 3

#3Allantoin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Moisturizing
Pore Shrinking
Softening
Soothing
Regeneration
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Allantoin usually doesn’t catch too much attention, but it is an essential ingredient for sensitive, dry, and problem skin. It is a good moisturizer that makes skin hydrated. But manufacturers love it because of its strong soothing effect. It also exfoliates dead cells, stimulates recovery of your skin, and helps to protect the skin from the sun, frost, and similar negative impacts.

The component is researched very well and its soothing activity is confirmed by scientists. Used in concentration between 0.5-2%.

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#3Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Position 4

#4O-Cymen-5-Ol

Origin: No information
Role: Biocide, Preservative
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#4Glycereth-26

Origin: chemical
Role: Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#5Water

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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#5Alcohol Denatured

Origin: chemical
Role: Antifoaming agent, Antimicrobial agent, Astringent, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Antiseptic
Alcohols
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin

Alcohol Denatured is a great bacteria killer. Manufacturers often put it inside products to increase their shelf life.

It’s one of the most harmful alcohols used in skincare. You should use it carefully, especially if you have dry skin. It removes oily barrier from the surface of your skin making it less protected and causing dryness. We advise you to pay attention to the position of this component in a formulation. If it stays below the 6th position it will hardly harm your skin. We also recommend testing the product first before application. If you feel a “cooling effect” it means the product contains a lot of alcohol and it's better to be careful with it.

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