Comparison between Some By Mi Retinol Intense Advanced Triple Action Eye Cream vs. Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Time Reverse Eye Cream

Find out which product is better for your skin.

85 Ingredients 44

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Glycerin
3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
3
Methylpropanediol
4
Dimethicone
4
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5
Polysorbate-60
5
Cetearyl Alcohol
6
Niacinamide
6
Macadamia Ternifolia (Macadamia) Seed Oil
7
Methylpropanediol
7
Hydrogenated Polydecene
8
Cetyl Alcohol
8
Niacinamide
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Uniqueness66 out of 85
77.6%
Uniqueness25 out of 44
56.8%

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
19 out of 85
22%
chemical
51 out of 85
60%
natural
17 out of 44
39%
chemical
22 out of 44
50%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 10Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract#18Sodium Hyaluronate#221,2-Hexanediol#23Panthenol#25Palmitic Acid#37Beta-Glucan#49Butylene Glycol#52Tocopherol#59Collagen#68
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Stearic Acid#39Myristic Acid#62
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Retinol (Vitamin A)#41
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Sodium Hyaluronate#20Butylene Glycol#351,2-Hexanediol#44
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#10
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Some By Mi Retinol Intense Advanced Triple Action Eye Cream vs. Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Time Reverse Eye Cream
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

#3Caprylic/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.

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#3Methylpropanediol

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

#4Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

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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

#5Polysorbate-60

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Soothing
Antiseptic
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Polysorbate-60 is an emulsifier, foam stabilizer, and surfactant. It’s considered to be safe but if the product contains PEG ingredients, Polysorbate may produce 1,4-Dioxane which can be harmful to your health.

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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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