Beplain Cicaful Calming Gel Versus Missha Bee Pollen Renew Cream
Updated on December 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Beplain Cicaful Calming Gel 18 ingredients
Missha Bee Pollen Renew Cream 74 ingredients
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Beplain Cicaful Calming Gel 18 ingredients
Missha Bee Pollen Renew Cream 74 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Tromethamine
BufferingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlycerin
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingFicus Carica Fruit Extract
HumectantUlmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSecale Cereale Seed Extract
Abrasive
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Tromethamine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Carbomer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Secale Cereale Seed Extract, Ceramide NP, Tocopherol
Pollen Extract
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCaprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride
EmollientNiacinamide
Smoothing
Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Stearate
Emulsifying
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Sorbitol
Humectant
PEG-100 Stearate
Raffinose
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyacrylate-13
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Polyisobutene
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningDextrin
AbsorbentMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningTheobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningRoyal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Leontopodium Alpinum Callus Culture Extract
Antioxidant
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningArachidic Acid
Cleansing
Propanediol
SolventCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningLauric Acid
Cleansing
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Choleth-24
EmulsifyingHoney Extract
Humectant
Chrysanthemum Boreale Flower Extract
Antioxidant
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingMaltodextrin
AbsorbentHydrolyzed Royal Jelly Protein
Skin ConditioningPollen Extract, Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, PEG-40 Stearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Panthenol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sorbitol, PEG-100 Stearate, Raffinose, Synthetic Beeswax, Polyacrylate-13, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Palmitic Acid, Polyisobutene, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Adenosine, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Disodium EDTA, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Dextrin, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Royal Jelly Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Leontopodium Alpinum Callus Culture Extract, Myristic Acid, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract, Arachidic Acid, Propanediol, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Lauric Acid, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Oleic Acid, Tocopherol, Choleth-24, Honey Extract, Chrysanthemum Boreale Flower Extract, Propolis Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NP, Phenethyl Alcohol, Maltodextrin, Hydrolyzed Royal Jelly Protein
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about Propanediol1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolIngredient Ratings
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Beplain Cicaful Calming Gel 18 ingredients
Missha Bee Pollen Renew Cream 74 ingredients
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Beplain Cicaful Calming Gel 18 ingredients
This is not hydrating enough for combo skin. Left my skin feeling like it needed more, but it does absorb well and has no scent.
Unfortunately I realized my skin is sensitive to centella asiatica after consistently getting irritation after using this. I’ve found It gets worse if layering multiple products that contain centella (aka cica or tiger grass). It’s all over Korean skincare too 😓
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i have oily combo skin and used this in both dry winter and tropical humid climates. this works well for me and does not sit heavily on my face, absorbs nicely with little fragrance.
for tropical humid weather, i highly recommend this gel for its soothing and cooling properties. however, i did think it wasn't moisturizing enough for dry weather without layering an occlusive over it as my chin Show more
