Comparison between Pyunkang Yul - Lotion vs. Pyunkang Yul Nutrition Cream

Find out which product is better for your skin.

11 Ingredients 21

1
Portulaca Oleracea (Green Purslane) Extract
1
Astragalus Membranaceus (Huang Qi) Root Extract
2
Glycerin
2
Butylene Glycol
3
Cetearyl Alcohol
3
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
4
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
5
1,2-Hexanediol
5
Hydrogenated Polydecene
6
Glyceryl Stearate SE
6
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
7
PEG-100 Stearate
7
Cyclopentasiloxane
8
Glyceryl Caprylate
8
Cetearyl Alcohol
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Uniqueness6 out of 11
54.5%
Uniqueness16 out of 21
76.2%

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
2 out of 11
18%
chemical
7 out of 11
64%
natural
4 out of 21
19%
chemical
15 out of 21
71%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#21,2-Hexanediol#5
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#6
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#21,2-Hexanediol#11Sodium Hyaluronate#15
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#13
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Pyunkang Yul - Lotion vs. Pyunkang Yul Nutrition Cream
Position 1

#1Portulaca Oleracea (Green Purslane) Extract

Origin: No information
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Humectant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#1Astragalus Membranaceus (Huang Qi) Root Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
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

#3Cetearyl Alcohol

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Foam booster, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cetearyl Alcohol is used mostly for formulation purposes. It’s a very good emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer. It helps the ingredients mix better and it makes the product spread on your skin evenly. It also makes the product thicker. It doesn’t belong to harmful alcohols and it will not dry your skin.

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#3Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: 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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#4Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#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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#5Hydrogenated Polydecene

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Solvent
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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