Comparison between Beauty Of Joseon Glow Deep Serum : Rice + Arbutin vs. The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + Ha

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32 Ingredients 12

1
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water
1
Water
2
Water
2
Alpha-Arbutin
3
Glycerin
3
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
4
Butylene Glycol
4
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
5
1,2-Hexanediol
5
Propanediol
6
Dipropylene Glycol
6
PPG-26-Buteth-26
7
Arbutin
7
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
8
Methyl Gluceth-20
8
Lactic Acid
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Uniqueness31 out of 32
96.9%
Uniqueness11 out of 12
91.7%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
Yes
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
14 out of 32
44%
chemical
16 out of 32
50%
natural
2 out of 12
17%
chemical
9 out of 12
75%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Butylene Glycol#41,2-Hexanediol#5Arbutin#7Panthenol#9Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract#26
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Lactic Acid#8

Detailed view

Beauty Of Joseon Glow Deep Serum : Rice + Arbutin vs. The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + Ha
Position 1

#1Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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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

#2Water

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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#2Alpha-Arbutin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
Lightening
Nutrifying
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 3

#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.

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#3Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 4

#4Butylene 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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#4Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#51,2-Hexanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

1,2-Hexanediol can do a lot of good things for the formulation of the product. It’s an emollient, preservative, and humectant. It keeps skin hydrated and soft. It’s a good component for dry and dehydrated skin.

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#5Propanediol

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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