Comparison between Some By Mi Aha, Bha, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum vs. Sulwhasoo Bloomstay Vitalizing Serum

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63 Ingredients 54

1
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
1
Water
2
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
2
Butylene Glycol
3
Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract
3
Glycerin
4
Water
4
Glycereth-26
5
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
5
Alcohol Denatured
6
Glycerin
6
Cyclopentasiloxane
7
Propanediol
7
Cyclohexasiloxane
8
Butylene Glycol
8
Niacinamide
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Uniqueness53 out of 63
84.1%
Uniqueness44 out of 54
81.5%

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
28 out of 63
44%
chemical
10 out of 63
16%
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: 4Negative: 1
Glycerin#6Butylene Glycol#81,2-Hexanediol#10Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#43Alcohol Denatured#9
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#14Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#43
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#43
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

Some By Mi Aha, Bha, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum vs. Sulwhasoo Bloomstay Vitalizing Serum
Position 1

#1Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

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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

#2Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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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

#3Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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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

#4Water

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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#4Glycereth-26

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

#5Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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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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