Comparison between Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA Real Cica 92% Cool Calming Soothing Gel vs. Pyunkang Yul Ato Cream Blue Label Tube

Find out which product is better for your skin.

33 Ingredients 31

1
Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract
1
Water
2
Water
2
Glycerin
3
Niacinamide
3
Methylpropanediol
4
Dipropylene Glycol
4
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5
Hydroxyethyl Urea
5
Cetearyl Alcohol
6
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water
6
Macadamia Ternifolia (Macadamia) Seed Oil
7
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
7
Hydrogenated Polydecene
8
Azadirachta Indica Leaf Extract
8
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
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Uniqueness30 out of 33
90.9%
Uniqueness28 out of 31
90.3%

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
9 out of 33
27%
chemical
18 out of 33
55%
natural
13 out of 31
42%
chemical
15 out of 31
48%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Sodium Hyaluronate#14Allantoin#211,2-Hexanediol#29
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Allantoin#21Salicylic Acid#24
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 3
Allantoin#21Salicylic Acid#24Citric Acid#26Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil#33
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Butylene Glycol#23
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#9
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA Real Cica 92% Cool Calming Soothing Gel vs. Pyunkang Yul Ato Cream Blue Label Tube
Position 1

#1Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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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

#2Water

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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#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

#3Niacinamide

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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#3Methylpropanediol

Origin: No information
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 4

#4Dipropylene 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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#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.

Position 5

#5Hydroxyethyl Urea

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Humectant
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
Hair protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5Cetearyl 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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