Hada Labo Gokujyun Hydrating Essence - Malaysia Versus The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum
Updated on March 30, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
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 harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Hada Labo Gokujyun Hydrating Essence 67 ingredients
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum 23 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Hada Labo Gokujyun Hydrating Essence 67 ingredients
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum 23 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-400
Emulsion StabilisingFomes Officinalis Extract
Skin ProtectingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Triethanolamine
BufferingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPropanediol
Solvent
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBetaine
Humectant
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Glucose
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Fucose
Skin ConditioningTremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide
Emulsion Stabilising
Sodium Polyglutamate
HumectantHydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Keratin
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract
MaskingHibiscus Mutabilis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningRaffinose
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
PEG-240/Hdi Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether
StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Pisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Phytic Acid
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Biosaccharide Gum-4
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Lactate
BufferingCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingArginine
Masking
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
PCA
Humectant
Glycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingLactic Acid
Buffering
Serine
Masking
Valine
MaskingIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Proline
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Histidine
Humectant
Phenylalanine
Masking
Water, Butylene Glycol, PEG-400, Fomes Officinalis Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Chlorphenesin, Triethanolamine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Propanediol, Xanthan Gum, Betaine, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Glycereth-26, Disodium EDTA, Glucose, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Fucose, Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide, Sodium Polyglutamate, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Keratin, Niacinamide, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Hibiscus Mutabilis Flower Extract, Raffinose, Panthenol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, PEG-240/Hdi Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Carbomer, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Pisum Sativum Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Squalane, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Phytic Acid, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Sodium PCA, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Sodium Lactate, Ceteareth-20, Disodium Phosphate, Arginine, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Aspartic Acid, Ceramide 3, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 20, PCA, Glycine, Alanine, Lactic Acid, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Threonine, Proline, Sodium Chloride, Histidine, Phenylalanine
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Sphingolipids
EmollientPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingP-Anisic Acid
MaskingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthoxydiglycol
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Phospholipids, Sphingolipids, Panthenol, Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna Extract, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, P-Anisic Acid, Tocopherol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin
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 WaterChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinPropanediol 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 PropanediolGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolSodium 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 HyaluronateCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidPolysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Ingredient Ratings
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Hada Labo Gokujyun Hydrating Essence 67 ingredients
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum 23 ingredients
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Hada Labo Gokujyun Hydrating Essence 67 ingredients
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum 23 ingredients
I didn’t do anything for me. I didn’t feel particularly hydrated, B5 also didn’t help with anything 🤷🏻♀️ I rather use other products where I see results over night.
I tried to dilute it with Niacinamide serum 10%, it started to pill. I was curious if it’s just my failed attempt or it’s generally a problem and yes… if I apply those serums even one after the other, it starts to pill 🙈 that’s a Show more
a really moisturising hydrating serum!! dries tacky but i can get past that
