Comparison between COSRX Hydrium Green Tea Aqua Soothing Gel Cream vs. COSRX Aloe Vera Oil-Free Moisture Cream

Find out which product is better for your skin.

17 Ingredients 16

1
Water
1
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Water
2
Propanediol
2
Butylene Glycol
3
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract
3
Glycerin
4
Glycerin
4
1,2-Hexanediol
5
Pentylene Glycol
5
Betaine
6
1,2-Hexanediol
6
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice Powder
7
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
7
Allantoin
8
Tromethamine
8
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
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Uniqueness12 out of 17
70.6%
Uniqueness11 out of 16
68.8%

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
5 out of 17
29%
chemical
10 out of 17
59%
natural
3 out of 16
19%
chemical
10 out of 16
63%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#41,2-Hexanediol#6Butylene Glycol#9Allantoin#10
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#3Allantoin#10
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#10
Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#2Glycerin#31,2-Hexanediol#4Betaine#5Allantoin#7Sodium Hyaluronate#13Panthenol#14
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#7
Sensitive skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice Powder#6Allantoin#7

Detailed view

COSRX Hydrium Green Tea Aqua Soothing Gel Cream vs. COSRX Aloe Vera Oil-Free Moisture Cream
Position 1

#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.

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#1Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Water

Origin: No information
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 2

#2Propanediol

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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#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 Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antimicrobial agent, Astringent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking
Antioxidants
UV Protection
Anti-aging
Rejuvenation
Antifungal
Antiseptic
Anticellulite
Antiviral
Tones up skin
Hair strengthening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Green Tea Leaf Extract is a great antioxidant often used in Korean skincare products. It contains EGCG - the most effective flavonoid. It makes the skin look fresh, fills it with vitamines, and helps to prevent aging. It also helps to lower inflammation.

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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

#4Glycerin

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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#41,2-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.

Position 5

#5Pentylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Solvent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Pentylene Glycol is a great replacement for Propylene Glycol. It has very similar characteristics but it’s derived from plants (usually from corn). Natural cosmetics lovers will find this component very useful. It enhances the moisturizing effect of cosmetic products, improves the efficiency of preservatives and it’s an effective emulsifier. It’s approved by ECOCERT and COSMOS so it’s considered to be 100% safe and can be used in vegan products.

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#5Betaine

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.

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