Bloomeffects Tulip Dew Sunscreen Serum SPF 50
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 1 UV filter · Broad spectrumWeak protectionLow zinc dose
This product uses a single UV filter (zinc oxide) in a relatively low concentration and might not be able to provide a reliable sun protection.
This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, C12-15 alkyl benzoate + 15 moreWorks well
“An ultra lightweight, hydrating 100% mineral non-nano zinc-oxide, SPF 50 sunscreen enriched with multivitamins to provide serum like benefits.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus extract.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Anti-agingNiacinamide, TocopherolWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Evens skin toneNiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
This product can also help with skin tone because it offers sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations. This is why sun protection is the best strategy for maintaining an even skin tone. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Allantoin + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Hamamelis virginiana waterMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
Gorgeous on skin so I use it as a tinted moisturizer - however I would not use it solely as your SPF because there is not a high enough percentage of SPF to protect, despite that it says spf 50. Still, I love it. Downside is the price. I use it only on certain occasions when I really want my skin to look great. Otherwise it’s straight up SPF with a higher percentage of zinc and/or titanium oxide.
Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
C12-15 alkyl benzoate~5–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateZinc oxide~5.2–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.5–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideJojoba esters~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersTridecyl salicylate~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPolyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacateNiacinamide~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideMethylpropanediol~1.1–1.3%
Silica~1.2–1.4%
Nylon-12~0.95–1.15%
Coco-caprylate~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylateTulipa gesneriana/kaurmanniana meristem cell lysate filtrate extract~0.7–1.05%
Helianthus annuus extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus extractGlycerin~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSodium hyaluronate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium lactate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateBisabolol~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololAllantoin~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinOryza sativa bran extract~0.45–0.65%
Tocopherol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolLentinus edodes extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractPodocarpus elatus fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Podocarpus elatus fruit extractPleiogynium timoriense fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Pleiogynium timoriense fruit extractLecithin~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinHydrogenated lecithin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractSodium chloride~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePolyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolMethylheptyl isostearate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenylpropanol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation
More about PhenylpropanolTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateSodium gluconate~0.25–0.45%
Pentylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Phenethyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Alcohol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholHamamelis virginiana water~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterCitric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCi 77499~0.15–0.25%
Ci 77492~0.1–0.15%
Ci 77491~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ingredient list view
Water, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Zinc oxide, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Jojoba esters, Tridecyl salicylate, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, Niacinamide, Methylpropanediol, Silica, Nylon-12, Coco-caprylate, Tulipa gesneriana/kaurmanniana meristem cell lysate filtrate extract, Helianthus annuus extract, Glycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium lactate, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Oryza sativa bran extract, Tocopherol, Lentinus edodes extract, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Podocarpus elatus fruit extract, Pleiogynium timoriense fruit extract, Lecithin, Hydrogenated lecithin, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Sodium chloride, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Caprylyl glycol, Methylheptyl isostearate, Phenylpropanol, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Sodium gluconate, Pentylene glycol, Sodium hydroxide, Phenethyl alcohol, Potassium sorbate, Alcohol, Hamamelis virginiana water, Citric acid, Ci 77499, Ci 77492, Ci 77491
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| BloomeffectsTulip Dew Sunscreen Serum SPF 50YOUR PRODUCT | Solara SuncareGuardian Angel Super Peptide Sunscreen Milk | OdaciteSPF 50 Sheer Sunscreen Mineral Drops | TatchaThe Silk Sunscreen | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 100% | 95% | 94% |
| Price | — | $51.15 | $48.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 13 | 11 of 13 | 8 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
We are worried that "Bloom Effects - Tulip Dew Sunscreen Serum SPF 50" might not be able to provide reliable sun protection because it uses a single UV filter (zinc oxide) in a relatively weak concentration.
It contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen is a mineral sunscreen. It uses zinc oxide for sun protection. Zinc oxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
It contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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