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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dear, Klairs Fundamental Ampule Mist versus COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream Mist .

Last updated on December 12, 2023. Published on April 22, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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Facial Treatment South Korean Brand South Korea
General Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea

Facial Treatment

Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

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
ph level
6.2

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (2)
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Brightening

Concerns

Acne Trigger

Benefits

Hydrating (4)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Anti-Aging (2)
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (2)
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Ingredients Explained

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

1
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.

Dear, Klairs Fundamental Ampule Mist contains this as ingredient number 2.

COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream Mist contains this as ingredient number 5.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Dear, Klairs Fundamental Ampule Mist contains this as ingredient number 3.

COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream Mist contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Dear, Klairs Fundamental Ampule Mist contains this as ingredient number 9.

COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream Mist contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
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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Dear, Klairs Fundamental Ampule Mist contains this as ingredient number 10.

COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream Mist contains this as ingredient number 1.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Dear, Klairs Fundamental Ampule Mist contains this as ingredient number 12.

COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream Mist contains this as ingredient number 10.

6
What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Dear, Klairs Fundamental Ampule Mist contains this as ingredient number 20.

COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream Mist contains this as ingredient number 18.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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 NP

Dear, Klairs Fundamental Ampule Mist contains this as ingredient number 21.

COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream Mist contains this as ingredient number 21.

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

52% are loved or liked
29% have mixed ratings
10% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet
44% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
26% are disliked or very disliked
19% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Dear, Klairs Fundamental Ampule Mist 21 ingredients

3.5 /5
from 2 ratings
sacante's avatar

sacante

2 months ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

doesn't clog my pores or irritate my skin but makes my oiliness waaay worse

COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream Mist 27 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings
Absorbs Well (1) Hydrating (1) Light (1) Works Well (1)
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faulmag

3 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

Genuinely keeps me hydrated, mists really nicely, and feels nice on the skin. More than I ever expected from a mist and great to top off my routine...

Genuinely keeps me hydrated, mists really nicely, and feels nice on the skin. More than I ever expected from a mist and great to top off my routine or throughout the day. Dry skin holy grail!!

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