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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel versus e.l.f. cosmetics Gentle Peeling Exfoliant .

Published on April 21, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

Exfoliator South Korean Brand South Korea
Exfoliator American Brand United States

Exfoliator

Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.

Exfoliator

Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Dark Spots
Brightening

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.

e.l.f. cosmetics Gentle Peeling Exfoliant contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
Community Rating: Disliked

Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.

Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.

Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 6.

e.l.f. cosmetics Gentle Peeling Exfoliant contains this as ingredient number 7.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 8.

e.l.f. cosmetics Gentle Peeling Exfoliant contains this as ingredient number 13.

4
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 19.

e.l.f. cosmetics Gentle Peeling Exfoliant contains this as ingredient number 6.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

53% are loved or liked
26% have mixed ratings
11% are disliked or very disliked
11% have no rating yet
29% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
29% are disliked or very disliked
29% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel 19 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 4 reviews
AnaG's Avatar'
Apr 6, 2024

My husband loves it, I hate it. It is extremely soft fisical exfoliant but it's still in confortable to use with very sensitive skin, even if it doesn't leave me irritated, it's just the experience I dislike. After use the skin is soft...

My husband loves it, I hate it. It is extremely soft fisical exfoliant but it's still in confortable to use with very sensitive skin, even if it doesn't leave me irritated, it's just the experience I dislike. After use the skin is soft and hydrated. If you aren't an alien like me, probably love it.

Hydrating
No Scent
Works Well

e.l.f. cosmetics Gentle Peeling Exfoliant 14 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 3 reviews
briannagrace96's Avatar'
Oct 4, 2023

Best stuff!
This is great for exfoliation. I’ve used it for years now twice a week and it’s wonderful. Afterwards my skin is so soft and glowy. It’s also fun to use to see the skin slough off when using it. No burning or irritation at...

Best stuff!
This is great for exfoliation. I’ve used it for years now twice a week and it’s wonderful. Afterwards my skin is so soft and glowy. It’s also fun to use to see the skin slough off when using it. No burning or irritation at all with it. Love this!!

DaniSprague's Avatar'
Apr 6, 2024

It worked decently, but I feel like their are better exfoliators in the AHA/BHAs categories.

It worked decently, but I feel like their are better exfoliators in the AHA/BHAs categories.

Great Value
Works Well

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