Comparison between Pyunkang Yul Acne Cream vs. Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel

Find out which product is better for your skin.

30 Ingredients 19

1
Water
1
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Water
2
Glycerin
2
Butylene Glycol
3
Dipropylene Glycol
3
Water
4
Methylpropanediol
4
Pentylene Glycol
5
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
5
1,2-Hexanediol
6
Pvm/Ma Copolymer
6
Glycerin
7
Niacinamide
7
Propolis Extract
8
Cetearyl Olivate
8
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract
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Uniqueness26 out of 30
86.7%
Uniqueness15 out of 19
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
12 out of 30
40%
chemical
16 out of 30
53%
natural
11 out of 19
58%
chemical
6 out of 19
32%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Butylene Glycol#14Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#20
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#18
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#20
Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#21,2-Hexanediol#5Glycerin#6Betaine#9Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract#10Allantoin#13
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#12Allantoin#13
Sensitive skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract#8Allantoin#13Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice Powder#14

Detailed view

Pyunkang Yul Acne Cream vs. Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel
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

#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.

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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

#3Dipropylene 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.

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#3Water

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 4

#4Methylpropanediol

Origin: No information
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Pentylene 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.

Position 5

#5Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Humectant, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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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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