Comparison between SK-II Facial Treatment Essence vs. RNW Der. Renew Facial Treatment Essence

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7 Ingredients 21

1
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
1
Lactobacillus Ferment
2
Butylene Glycol
2
Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
3
Pentylene Glycol
3
Propanediol
4
Water
4
Butylene Glycol
5
Sodium Benzoate
5
1,2-Hexanediol
6
Methylparaben
6
Trehalose
7
Sorbic Acid
7
Panthenol
8
PEG-32
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Uniqueness5 out of 7
71.4%
Uniqueness19 out of 21
90.5%

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 7
29%
chemical
4 out of 7
57%
natural
5 out of 21
24%
chemical
13 out of 21
62%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#2
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#41,2-Hexanediol#5Panthenol#7Glycerin#12Betaine#13Sodium Hyaluronate#17
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#20

Detailed view

SK-II Facial Treatment Essence vs. RNW Der. Renew Facial Treatment Essence
Position 1

#1Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#1Lactobacillus Ferment

Origin: No information
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 2

#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.

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#2Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 3

#3Pentylene 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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#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.

Position 4

#4Water

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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#4Butylene 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 5

#5Sodium Benzoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Preservative
Antifungal
Antiseptic
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Sodium Benzoate doesn’t have any great skincare effects and is used for formulation purposes. It’s a corrosion inhibitor, fragrance ingredient, and preservative. It is not a broad-spectrum preservative and it’s used with other preservatives for good efficiency. It’s safe, but people with eczema or a history of skin allergies should use this component with attention.

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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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