Hanyul Chestnut Shell Pore-Tight Pads Versus SkinMedica Even & Correct Brightening Treatment Pads
Updated on November 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, exfoliants and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Hanyul Chestnut Shell Pore-Tight Pads 39 ingredients
SkinMedica Even & Correct Brightening Treatment Pads 20 ingredients
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Hanyul Chestnut Shell Pore-Tight Pads 39 ingredients
SkinMedica Even & Correct Brightening Treatment Pads 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventPolyglycerin-3
HumectantPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Smilax China Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Citrus Tangerina Extract
TonicLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tromethamine
BufferingLactobacillus/Water Hyacinth Ferment
Skin ProtectingYeast Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Parfum
Masking
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract
EmollientCrocus Sativus Flower Extract
MaskingElettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract
Perfuming
Coriandrum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningProtease
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingPueraria Montana Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPinus Pinaster Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningRose Extract
Skin ConditioningUlmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMethyl Glucose Sesquistearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingPinus Pinaster Bark Powder
Abrasive
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Propanediol, Polyglycerin-3, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Gluconolactone, Smilax China Bark Extract, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Glycerin, Citrus Tangerina Extract, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Citric Acid, Tromethamine, Lactobacillus/Water Hyacinth Ferment, Yeast Ferment Extract, Sodium Phytate, Parfum, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract, Crocus Sativus Flower Extract, Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract, Coriandrum Sativum Extract, Protease, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Pueraria Montana Root Extract, Pinus Pinaster Leaf Extract, Rose Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Pinus Pinaster Bark Powder, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingBetaine
Humectant
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Nelumbo Nucifera Germ Extract
Skin ConditioningAvena Sativa Bran Extract
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBenzoic Acid
Masking
Propanediol
SolventSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Water, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Betaine, Tranexamic Acid, Niacinamide, Nelumbo Nucifera Germ Extract, Avena Sativa Bran Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Gluconate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic Acid, Propanediol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid
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 WaterNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about Niacinamide1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Propanediol 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 PropanediolEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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