Comparison between Q+A Apple AHA Exfoliating Gel vs. Beauty Of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel

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17 Ingredients 14

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Glycerin
3
Propanediol
3
Steartrimonium Methosulfate
4
Panthenol
4
Alcohol Denatured
5
Malic Acid
5
Carbomer
6
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
6
Cellulose
7
Succinoglycan
7
Butylene Glycol
8
Glycolic Acid
8
Prunus Mume Flower Extract
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Uniqueness13 out of 17
76.5%
Uniqueness10 out of 14
71.4%

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
9 out of 17
53%
chemical
7 out of 17
41%
natural
7 out of 14
50%
chemical
5 out of 14
36%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Panthenol#4Allantoin#12Betaine#15
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycolic Acid#8Allantoin#12
Sensitive skin
Positive: 2Negative: 3
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice Powder#10Allantoin#12Glycolic Acid#8Lactic Acid#9Citric Acid#17
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 1
Glycerin#2Butylene Glycol#7Alcohol Denatured#4
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Q+A Apple AHA Exfoliating Gel vs. Beauty Of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel
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
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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

#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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#3Steartrimonium Methosulfate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 4

#4Panthenol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning
Moisturizing
Soothing
Healing
Hair conditioning
Hair protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Panthenol is a proud member of a league of the best-performing components. It's a stable form of Vitamin B5 and is also known as Pro-Vitamin B5. It’s a very good and effective component for hydration, healing, and soothing irritated skin. It works so soft and gentle that it’s even recommended for people with skin problems like eczema.

In haircare products it’s used for protecting the fiber. It’s researched very well and doesn’t have any negative side effects.

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#4Alcohol Denatured

Origin: chemical
Role: Antifoaming agent, Antimicrobial agent, Astringent, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Antiseptic
Alcohols
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin

Alcohol Denatured is a great bacteria killer. Manufacturers often put it inside products to increase their shelf life.

It’s one of the most harmful alcohols used in skincare. You should use it carefully, especially if you have dry skin. It removes oily barrier from the surface of your skin making it less protected and causing dryness. We advise you to pay attention to the position of this component in a formulation. If it stays below the 6th position it will hardly harm your skin. We also recommend testing the product first before application. If you feel a “cooling effect” it means the product contains a lot of alcohol and it's better to be careful with it.

Position 5

#5Malic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Buffering agent, Fragrance ingredient
Antioxidants
Cleansing
Soothing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#5Carbomer

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsion stabilizer, Gel forming, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Carbomer is used for formulation purposes. It helps to control the viscosity and flow of a product. It’s considered safe but only if it’s well purified. Poorly purified carbomers may contain benzol which may lead to irritation.

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