Comparison between Pyunkang Yul Toner Essence vs. Kose Softymo Speedy Face Cleansing Foam

Find out which product is better for your skin.

7 Ingredients 15

1
Astragalus Membranaceus (Huang Qi) Root Extract
1
Water
2
1,2-Hexanediol
2
Dipropylene Glycol
3
Butylene Glycol
3
Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate
4
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
4
Sorbitol
5
Hydroxyethylcellulose
5
Potassium Cocoate
6
Carbomer
6
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
7
Arginine
7
Lauryl Betaine
8
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract
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Uniqueness6 out of 7
85.7%
Uniqueness14 out of 15
93.3%

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
1 out of 7
14%
chemical
6 out of 7
86%
natural
5 out of 15
33%
chemical
10 out of 15
67%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
1,2-Hexanediol#2Butylene Glycol#3
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#9
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Pyunkang Yul Toner Essence vs. Kose Softymo Speedy Face Cleansing Foam
Position 1

#1Astragalus Membranaceus (Huang Qi) Root Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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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

#21,2-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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#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

#3Butylene 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.

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#3Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 4

#4Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Surfactant
Softening
Hair conditioning
PEG
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
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#4Sorbitol

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Flavoring agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant
Moisturizing
Softening
Soothing
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Sorbitol is usually used for making different gels. It helps the product to keep water and it helps to deliver active components deeper into the skin. It is a moisturizing and soothing component. It is usually accepted well by all skin types.

Position 5

#5Hydroxyethylcellulose

Origin: chemical
Role: Binding, Emulsion stabilizer, Film former, Stabilising, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Hydroxyethylcellulose doesn’t provide any notable skincare benefits. It’s used for formulation purposes. It’s a very effective emulsifier and thickening agent. It also improves the product’s texture and feel. It allows manufacturers to use less surfactant making the product safer for your skin.

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#5Potassium Cocoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Cleansing
Softening
Soothing
Antiseptic
Hair strengthening
Hair growth stimulating
Hair follicle nutrition
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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