Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence versus Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum .
Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on February 20, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides and hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Essence
Essences are used to prep skin for further treatment and may provide extra skin benefits. They are usually used before serum and moisturizers. Essences are thought to have originated in either Japan or Korea and is an essential step in K-Beauty.
Serum
Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.
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Ingredient Info
Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence 25 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum 67 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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
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Alcohol Free
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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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Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence 25 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum 67 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence 25 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum 67 ingredients
Water • Triethylhexanoin • Hydrogenated Polydecene • 1,2-Hexanediol • Methylpropanediol • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Trilaureth-4 Phosphate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables • Polyquaternium-51 • Sodium Hyaluronate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Dextrin • Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract • Ficus Carica Fruit Extract • Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract • Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract • Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract • Ceramide NP • Tocopherol
Water • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Glycereth-26 • Niacinamide • Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Caprylyl Glycol • Dicaprylyl Ether • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Hydroxyacetophenone • Pentylene Glycol • Tromethamine • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Dipropylene Glycol • Maltodextrin • Ethylhexylglycerin • Polysilicone-15 • Caramel • Adenosine • Polyglyceryl-10 Dilaurate • Xanthan Gum • Eclipta Prostrata Extract • Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract • Disodium EDTA • Silica • Methylpropanediol • Panthenol • Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract • Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil • Panax Ginseng Berry Extract • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract • Coptis Japonica Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Scrophularia Buergeriana Extract • Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate • Cholesterol • Piper Methysticum Root Extract • Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract • Brassica Campestris Sterols • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Fructose • Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate • Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Centella Asiatica Extract • Glucose • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Ceramide NP • Beta-Glucan • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Asiatic Acid • Asiaticoside • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Ceramide Ns • Madecassic Acid • Madecassoside • Ceramide EOP
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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.
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!
Learn more about WaterDr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence contains this as ingredient number 1.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence contains this as ingredient number 4.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 32.
Methylpropanediol is a synthetic solvent and humectant.
As a solvent, it helps dissolve other ingredients, helping to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. This ingredient has also been shown to have antimicrobial properties which makes it a preservative booster.
Methylpropanediol is able to add a bit of moisture to the skin. It also helps other ingredients be better absorbed into the skin, such as salicylic acid.
Learn more about MethylpropanediolDr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence contains this as ingredient number 5.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.
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.
Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence contains this as ingredient number 6.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 GlycerinDr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence contains this as ingredient number 7.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract has many benefits. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules that damage skin cells. The antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties. Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. L-theanine is an amino acid that makes up most of the amino acids found in tea leaves. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also contains Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also has antimicrobial properties.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractDr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence contains this as ingredient number 9.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate is created from fermenting Saccharomyces, a yeast also known as baker's yeast or brewer's yeast.
As a humectant, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated. This is due to its beta-glucan content.
Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence contains this as ingredient number 10.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 50.
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 HyaluronateDr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence contains this as ingredient number 14.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 52.
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.
Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence contains this as ingredient number 15.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
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 LecithinDr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence contains this as ingredient number 16.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 47.
Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.
The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.
Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.
This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractDr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence contains this as ingredient number 19.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 53.
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 NPDr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence contains this as ingredient number 24.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 56.
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Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence 25 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum 67 ingredients
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Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence 25 ingredients
Butter
Milky and moisturising - this leaves my skin with a soft "bouncy" feeling. Along with being moisturising it's soothing and doesn't irritate my...
Milky and moisturising - this leaves my skin with a soft "bouncy" feeling. Along with being moisturising it's soothing and doesn't irritate my skin. My skin looks glowy and healthy after I've applied this - no breakouts either, it actually helped to soothe my acne. I've been through two bottles and have several backups I got from a StyleKorean sale a couple of months ago. The only let down is it's quite expensive however I don't find myself needing to use a lot of product as it's very moisturising. You have to shake the bottle well before use to "mix" the essence and it then turns into a milky texture and colour. The bottle on the right (see picture) has been shaken.
sczapuchlak
I am pretty picky when it comes to toners. There are so many out there. I don’t know how to describe this toner and what it does to my skin, but it...
I am pretty picky when it comes to toners. There are so many out there. I don’t know how to describe this toner and what it does to my skin, but it makes my skin feel so supple. I use it with I’m from Rice toner, and it makes my skin look clearer and less drab. I will continue to use this forever.
Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum 67 ingredients
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