Comparison between COSRX AC Collection Lightweight Soothing Moisturizer vs. COSRX AC Collection Calming Liquid Mild

Find out which product is better for your skin.

30 Ingredients 18

1
Propolis Extract
1
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Water
2
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Water
2
Butylene Glycol
3
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Water
3
Dimethyl Sulfone
4
Butylene Glycol
4
Betaine
5
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
5
1,2-Hexanediol
6
Glycerin
6
Betaine Salicylate
7
1,2-Hexanediol
7
Gluconolactone
8
Niacinamide
8
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
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Uniqueness16 out of 30
53.3%
Uniqueness4 out of 18
22.2%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
Yes
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
6 out of 30
20%
chemical
20 out of 30
67%
natural
4 out of 18
22%
chemical
12 out of 18
67%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#4Glycerin#61,2-Hexanediol#7Betaine#12Panthenol#15Allantoin#17Sodium Hyaluronate#20
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#17
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Allantoin#17Citric Acid#26Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil#27
Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#2Betaine#41,2-Hexanediol#5Glycerin#10Panthenol#11Allantoin#12Sodium Hyaluronate#14
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#12
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#12Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil#15

Detailed view

COSRX AC Collection Lightweight Soothing Moisturizer vs. COSRX AC Collection Calming Liquid Mild
Position 1

#1Propolis Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Soothing
Healing
Antifungal
Antiseptic
Antiviral
Anti dandruff
Hair gloss
Hair growth stimulating
Hair follicle nutrition
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#1Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Water

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 2

#2Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Water

Origin: No information
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking
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

#3Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Water

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#3Dimethyl Sulfone

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
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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#4Betaine

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
Hair protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Betaine is used a lot in “organic” skincare products. It is a good moisturizer that not only hydrates the skin but also strengthens the cell membrane. This helps to lower the water loss over time. It also softens the skin and reduces irritation and redness. It’s often used at a 3-5% concentration depending on the product.

Position 5

#5Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

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