Comparison between Etude House Soon Jung 2X Barrier Intensive Cream vs. ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Cream

Find out which product is better for your skin.

17 Ingredients 38

1
Water
1
Water
2
Propanediol
2
Glycerin
3
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
3
Isononyl Isononanoate
4
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4
Isododecane
5
Glycerin
5
1,2-Hexanediol
6
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil
6
Pentylene Glycol
7
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
7
Polydecene
8
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
8
Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice
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Uniqueness9 out of 17
52.9%
Uniqueness30 out of 38
78.9%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
8 out of 17
47%
chemical
9 out of 17
53%
natural
15 out of 38
39%
chemical
16 out of 38
42%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#5Panthenol#101,2-Hexanediol#13Butylene Glycol#16
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#12
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
Glycerin#21,2-Hexanediol#5Panthenol#10Sodium Hyaluronate#14Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#26Butylene Glycol#37
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Etude House Soon Jung 2X Barrier Intensive Cream vs. ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Cream
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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

#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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#2Glycerin

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 3

#3Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Binding, Emollient, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#3Isononyl Isononanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 4

#4Caprylic/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.

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#4Isododecane

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Solvent
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Isododecane is an emollient and a good base for colorants. Very often used in powders and shades because it spreads on the skin nicely. It also helps to soften the skin and helps to lower water loss making all the moisturizing components work better.

Position 5

#5Glycerin

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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#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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