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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Cleansing Oil versus iUNIK Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil .

Last updated on February 26, 2024. Published on August 24, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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Face Cleanser South Korean Brand South Korea
Makeup Remover South Korean Brand South Korea

Face Cleanser

Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

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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

Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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What it does: Emulsifying

Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is part of the PEG Sorbitan/Sorbitol Fatty Acid Esters group. As an emulsifier, it helps ingredients such as oil and water mix together. This allows the dirt and oils in your skin to be washed away.

Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate has a molecular weight of 30.

Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate is a tetraester from oleic acid and polyethylene glycol ether of sorbitol.

One study found pumpkin oil containing Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate helped hydrate the skin and did not cause any irritation.

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Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 3.

iUNIK Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 3.

2
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Sorbitan Sesquioleate is derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It is an emulsifier and prevents ingredients from separating.

Specifically, this ingredient is a water-in-oil emulsifier, meaning it helps water dissolve into oil.

Some studies suggest this ingredient may cause irritation in some people. If you are unsure, it is best to patch test.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

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Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 5.

iUNIK Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 8.

3
What it does: Emollient, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.

Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.

These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.

Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.

Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.

Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

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Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 6.

iUNIK Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 1.

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

48% are loved or liked
20% have mixed ratings
16% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet
13% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
63% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Cleansing Oil 25 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 16 reviews
jorja_lee's Avatar'
Jul 1, 2023

∘ such a smooth and soft texture
∘ makes the skin feel so supple
∘ is the perfect (night) oil cleanser

∘ such a smooth and soft texture
∘ makes the skin feel so supple
∘ is the perfect (night) oil cleanser

CarolinaDuque's Avatar'
Dec 6, 2023

This is an update. At first, I thought this product was wonderful, and I saw my sebaceous filaments go off. But the product also broke me out and I got my chin full of clogged pores. It is very nice for the nose, but I can’t use it on my...

This is an update. At first, I thought this product was wonderful, and I saw my sebaceous filaments go off. But the product also broke me out and I got my chin full of clogged pores. It is very nice for the nose, but I can’t use it on my whole face.
Plus, my mother tried and liked it because removed the makeup very nicely, she doesn’t have any skin concerns unless she has skin concerns.

RemiShen's Avatar'
Mar 22, 2024

I LOVE this cleansing oil. It's really gentle on my sensitive skin and doesn't dry it out. I don't wear makeup, so I need to remove my sunscreen or sweat buildup from the day. I usually purchase this on sale for under $20 Canadian, which...

I LOVE this cleansing oil. It's really gentle on my sensitive skin and doesn't dry it out. I don't wear makeup, so I need to remove my sunscreen or sweat buildup from the day. I usually purchase this on sale for under $20 Canadian, which is really affordable. This is a great oil if you don't wear makeup and have sensitive skin.

Great Value
Light
Light Scent
Works Well

iUNIK Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil 8 ingredients

3.6 /5
from 8 reviews
Pronicio's Avatar'
Mar 11, 2024

A pretty good make-up remover oil, it's very thick and heavy on the skin which is why it removes make-up very easily, I recommend it for dry and sensitive skin as it's not drying at all and even has a positive effect on redness. However,...

A pretty good make-up remover oil, it's very thick and heavy on the skin which is why it removes make-up very easily, I recommend it for dry and sensitive skin as it's not drying at all and even has a positive effect on redness. However, I wouldn't recommend it at all for acne-prone skin as it can potentially clog pores, and even if I emulsify assiduously with double cleansing I end up with white commedons.

Great Value
Hydrating
Broke Me Out
Heavy
Strong Scent
CustardBunny's Avatar'
Nov 6, 2023

a great oil cleanser!
u dont even need a water based cleanser afterwards bc the oil rinses off emediatly with the water! so lick and feels so nice and warm on ur sensitive acne-prone skin.. cheap and lasts well enough for long! a big...

a great oil cleanser!
u dont even need a water based cleanser afterwards bc the oil rinses off emediatly with the water! so lick and feels so nice and warm on ur sensitive acne-prone skin.. cheap and lasts well enough for long! a big recommend!

emkilmi's Avatar'
Mar 17, 2024

does remove makeup well and rinses off okay but it broke me out so bad :(( had really high expectations for it and was sourly disappointed.

does remove makeup well and rinses off okay but it broke me out so bad :(( had really high expectations for it and was sourly disappointed.

Broke Me Out
Sticky
Strong Scent

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