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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) versus Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion .

Last updated on December 10, 2023. Published on October 21, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe toners. They have a total of 23 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and better texture

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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Toner Japanese Brand Japan
Toner Japanese Brand Japan

Toner

Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.

Toner

Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.

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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

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA
Hyaluronic Acid (3)

Benefits

Hydrating
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Irritating (2)
Rosacea
Eczema

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Skin Texture

Concerns

Acne Trigger
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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1
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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Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 1.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 2.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

We don't have a description for Hydroxyethyl Urea.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 3.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 3.

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

Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.

The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.

This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.

Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.

Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.

Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.

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Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 4.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 5.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Ppg-10 Methyl Glucose Ether.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 5.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 4.

6
What it does: Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 6.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Diglycerin is a humectant. It is derived from glycerin, which is naturally found in your skin.

As a humectant, it helps draw moisture to the skin from the air.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 7.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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 Hyaluronate

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 8.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.

Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.

One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.

Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.

Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:

Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 9.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 27.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Liked

This form of hyaluronic acid is produced through fermentation.

According to a manufacturer, it has a positive charge by ionic binding to help moisturize and give hair a smooth feel. This is why you'll find this ingredient in shampoos and body washes.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 11.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 32.

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What it does: Humectant

We don't have a description for Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 16.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 17.

12
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising

We don't have a description for Glycosyl Trehalose.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 17.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 14.

13
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.

Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.

As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.

It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.

Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.

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Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 18.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 18.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Disliked

Triethyl Citrate is a fragrance.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 19.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Humectant, Solvent

We don't have a description for Peg-32.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 20.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 9.

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What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
Community Rating: Disliked

Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.

Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 21.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 11.

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What it does: Humectant, Solvent

We don't have a description for Peg-75.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 22.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Loved

Succinic acid is an odorless white powder. It is naturally found in our bodies but can also be derived from living organisms.

Succinic acid is water-soluble. The pH level of this ingredient is between 4.2 and 5.6.

While succinic acid posesses antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties, these properties have not been studied in skincare products.

Fun fact: Succinic acid was known as the 'spirit of amber' in the past. This is because it used to be derived from distilling amber.

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Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 23.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 23.

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What it does: Solvent

We don't have a description for Diethoxyethyl Succinate.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 25.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Polyquaternium-51 is a polymer salt. It helps hydrate the skin by creating a film on top. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 29.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Stabilising
Community Rating: Mixed

Hydroxyethylcellulose is used to improve the texture of products. It is created from a chemical reaction involving ethylene oxide and alkali-cellulose. Cellulose is a sugar found in plant cell walls and help give plants structure.

Hydroxyethylcellulose helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating. It can also help thicken the texture of a product.

This ingredient can also be found in pill medicines to help our bodies digest other ingredients.

Learn more about Hydroxyethylcellulose

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 31.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 25.

22
What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

Learn more about Xanthan Gum

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 32.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 26.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) contains this as ingredient number 33.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion contains this as ingredient number 12.

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

43% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
20% are disliked or very disliked
27% have no rating yet
37% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
26% are disliked or very disliked
26% have no rating yet

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Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (2020 Formulation) 30 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 1 rating
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AngelaMunro_825

8 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

it just makes my skin so extremely smooth. Im guessing because of its hydrating abbilities. A little goes, A LOOONG way.. its inexpensive taking in...

it just makes my skin so extremely smooth. Im guessing because of its hydrating abbilities. A little goes, A LOOONG way.. its inexpensive taking in to consideration how long it lasts and therefore i like to use it on my neck and chest too.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion 35 ingredients

4.4 /5
from 14 ratings
Absorbs Well (2) Great Value (2) Hydrating (2) No Scent (2) Works Well (2)
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laila.21

5 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

I will never shut up about how good this product is!
Literally so simple yet so effective as i used it when my skin barrier was damaged and it...

I will never shut up about how good this product is!
Literally so simple yet so effective as i used it when my skin barrier was damaged and it literally worked like bob the builder.

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kawaiidesuwu_683

1 year ago · Combination Skin
Review

not bad!
it kinda just made my skin sticky but worked as a great base under makeup! made my skin feel kind of hydrated

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