Comparison between Some By Mi AHA ∙ BHA ∙ PHA 30 Days Miracle Cream vs. Pyunkang Yul Moisture Cream

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62 Ingredients 14

1
Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract
1
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
2
Dipropylene Glycol
2
Butylene Glycol
3
Glycerin
3
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
4
Water
4
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
5
Niacinamide
5
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
6
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
6
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
7
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
7
Isohexadecane
8
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water (10
8
1,2-Hexanediol
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Uniqueness56 out of 62
90.3%
Uniqueness8 out of 14
57.1%

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
24 out of 62
39%
chemical
20 out of 62
32%
natural
4 out of 14
29%
chemical
9 out of 14
64%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil#10Sodium Hyaluronate#35Butylene Glycol#36Betaine#38Allantoin#391,2-Hexanediol#56
Oily skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Calendula Officinalis (Pot Marigold) Flower Extract#20Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#21Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract#31Allantoin#39
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#39Limonene#62
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#2Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil#31,2-Hexanediol#8
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#10
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Some By Mi AHA ∙ BHA ∙ PHA 30 Days Miracle Cream vs. Pyunkang Yul Moisture Cream
Position 1

#1Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#1Coptis Japonica Root Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 2

#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.

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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

#3Glycerin

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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#3Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning, Viscosity controlling agent
Antioxidants
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil is a great vegetable oil to counter dryness. It reduces inflammation and it’s a very nice ingredient for people with redness, eczema, and rosacea. It’s accepted very well by humans skin because its chemical structure is very similar to sebum. That’s why it will hardly provoke any allergy. It’s a very good helper for people with dry skin.

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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#4Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

Origin: natural
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#5Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

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#5Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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