Comparison between COSRX AC Collection Lightweight Soothing Moisturizer vs. COSRX Pure Fit Cica Smoothing Cleansing Balm

COSRX

AC Collection Lightweight Soothing Moisturizer

COSRX

Pure Fit Cica Smoothing Cleansing Balm

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30 Ingredients 28

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Propolis Extract

Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Water

Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate

Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Water

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Butylene Glycol

Polyethylene

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

Glycerin

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil

1,2-Hexanediol

Eucalyptus Globulus

Niacinamide

Caprylyl Glycol

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Uniqueness25 out of 30

83.3%

Uniqueness23 out of 28

82.1%

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Yes

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

6 out of 30

20%

chemical

20 out of 30

67%

natural

18 out of 28

64%

chemical

9 out of 28

32%

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: 5Negative: 0

Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil^#15Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil^#16Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil^#17Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil^#181,2-Hexanediol^#20

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 5

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil^#5Ethylhexyl Palmitate^#1Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil^#13Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil^#15Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil^#16Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil^#17

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 2

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil^#17Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil^#5Eucalyptus Globulus^#7

Detailed view

COSRX AC Collection Lightweight Soothing Moisturizer vs. COSRX Pure Fit Cica Smoothing Cleansing Balm

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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#1Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Origin: chemical

Role: Emollient, Fragrance ingredient

Softening

Hair conditioning

Malassezia unsafe

Comedogenic rating [ 4 ]

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

Bad for oily skin

Position 2

#2Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Water

Origin: No information

Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

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#2Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate

Origin: chemical

Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

Position 3

#3Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Water

Origin: natural

Role: Fragrance ingredient

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

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#3Caprylic/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.

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

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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#4Polyethylene

Origin: chemical

Role: Abrasive, Binding, Bulking agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Film former, Viscosity controlling agent

Cleansing

Softening

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ A ]

Position 5

#5Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Origin: chemical

Role: Emollient

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

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#5Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

Origin: natural

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient

Acne fighting

Healing

Antiseptic

EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Good for oily skin

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil is known for ages. It has a pleasant scent but it's not the only great property of this component. It has great antiseptic and antibacterial activity which is great for oily skin. It also helps to heal small wounds and calm down the skin.