Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of COSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream versus COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream .
Published on September 10, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides and hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
COSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream 58 ingredients
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream 31 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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COSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream 58 ingredients
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COSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream 58 ingredients
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream 31 ingredients
Water • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Squalane • PCA Dimethicone • Phenyl Trimethicone • Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate • Polyglycerin-3 • Dipropylene Glycol • Ceramide NP • Betaine • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Hydroxyacetophenone • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Sodium Polyacrylate • Xylitol • Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Glyceryl Stearate • Polyisobutene • Polyquaternium-51 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Disodium EDTA • 1,2-Hexanediol • Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside • Sorbitan Oleate • Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Menthyl Lactate • Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide • Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil • Aniba Rosaeodora Wood Oil • Tocopherol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Allantoin • Panthenol • Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 • Phytosphingosine • Cholesterol • Ceramide Ng • Ceramide Ns • Ceramide AP • Ceramide As • Ceramide EOP
Centella Asiatica Leaf Water • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cetearyl Alcohol • Betaine • Ceramide Ns • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • Ceramide NP • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Sucrose Distearate • Glyceryl Stearate • Dipropylene Glycol • Elaeis Guineensis Oil • Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil • Beeswax • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Cyclomethicone • Dimethicone • Panthenol • Niacinamide • Sodium Hyaluronate • Xanthan Gum • Asiaticoside • Asiatic Acid • Madecassic Acid • Cassia Obtusifolia Seed Extract • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
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Ingredients Explained
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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.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 GlycerinCOSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilCOSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolCOSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 NPCOSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
Betaine is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies show betaine may help with uneven skin tones.
Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The form found within cosmetic products can be either plant-dervied or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineCOSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.
The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.
As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Learn more about Hydrogenated LecithinCOSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateCOSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
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.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCOSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is the oil from the bergamot orange. This bergamot is native to Italy.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is used to add fragrance to products. It contains limonene, linalool, and linalyl acetate.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
When used topically, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is a photosensitizer due to its furanocoumarins. Photosensitizers make the skin and eyes much more sensitive to sunlight. Photosensitizers are linked to skin cancer.
However, more cosmetics using Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil are removing the furanocoumarins.
Bergamot oil was also found to have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal properties.
Learn more about Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit OilCOSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholCOSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 45.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateCOSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 47.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolCOSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 50.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Ceramide NS 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.
Ceramide NG,Ceramide NS,1,3-Hexadecanediol, 2-Hexadecanamide,Palmitoyl-C16-Dihydrosphingosine,1-Stearoyl-C18-Sphingosine
COSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 55.
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
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COSRX Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream 58 ingredients
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Sophfeah
Overhydrated?
I think i might be the wrong demographic or i used the product wrong, I do not have dry skin maybe that was the issue but when I used...
Overhydrated?
I think i might be the wrong demographic or i used the product wrong, I do not have dry skin maybe that was the issue but when I used this it made my skin flakey and i could not wear makeup or sunscreen over it. I have combo/normal skin but i think it would have worked wonders during winter time and for someone with dry skin since the formula is very thick
lucia.h
love the texture, does not feel oily/greasy whatsoever and feels super moisturizing and cooling. doesn't break me out and makes my skin so glowy!!
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