Comparison between Isntree Green Tea Fresh Mist vs. Anua Heartleaf LHA Moisture Peeling Gel

Find out which product is better for your skin.

23 Ingredients 25

1
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract
1
Water
2
Pentylene Glycol
2
Dipropylene Glycol
3
Propanediol
3
Cellulose
4
Hydroxyethyl Urea
4
1,2-Hexanediol
5
Allantoin
5
Houttuynia Cordata Extract (10
6
Trehalose
6
000ppm)
7
Hyaluronic Acid
7
Arginine
8
Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract
8
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
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Uniqueness18 out of 23
78.3%
Uniqueness20 out of 25
80.0%

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
11 out of 23
48%
chemical
11 out of 23
48%
natural
10 out of 25
40%
chemical
9 out of 25
36%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#5
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#1Allantoin#5
Sensitive skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Allantoin#5Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract#17
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
1,2-Hexanediol#4Allantoin#10Glycerin#17Sodium Hyaluronate#20
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#10
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#10

Detailed view

Isntree Green Tea Fresh Mist vs. Anua Heartleaf LHA Moisture Peeling Gel
Position 1

#1Camellia 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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#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

#2Pentylene 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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#2Dipropylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dipropylene Glycol is a solvent, emulsifier, viscosity decreasing, and masking agent. It helps to extract useful chemicals from plants and leaves, making natural components in a product more effective. It also helps to hydrate the skin. Considered safe for health and doesn't irritate the skin in common concentration.

Position 3

#3Propanediol

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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#3Cellulose

Origin: natural
Role: Bulking agent, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 4

#4Hydroxyethyl Urea

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Humectant
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
Hair protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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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

#5Allantoin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Moisturizing
Pore Shrinking
Softening
Soothing
Regeneration
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Allantoin usually doesn’t catch too much attention, but it is an essential ingredient for sensitive, dry, and problem skin. It is a good moisturizer that makes skin hydrated. But manufacturers love it because of its strong soothing effect. It also exfoliates dead cells, stimulates recovery of your skin, and helps to protect the skin from the sun, frost, and similar negative impacts.

The component is researched very well and its soothing activity is confirmed by scientists. Used in concentration between 0.5-2%.

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#5Houttuynia Cordata Extract (10

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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