Hanyul Pure Artemisia Calming Pad Versus Hero Cosmetics Rescue Balm + Dark Spot Retouch Color-Correcting Apricot Cream
Updated on June 05, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free facial treatments. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Hanyul Pure Artemisia Calming Pad 27 ingredients
Hero Cosmetics Rescue Balm + Dark Spot Retouch Color-Correcting Apricot Cream 48 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Hanyul Pure Artemisia Calming Pad 27 ingredients
Hero Cosmetics Rescue Balm + Dark Spot Retouch Color-Correcting Apricot Cream 48 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
2,3-Butanediol
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDipropylene Glycol
MaskingDisodium EDTA
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Propanediol
Solvent
Lecithin
Emollient
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningMethyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
MaskingBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Inulin Lauryl Carbamate
Emulsion StabilisingPinus Mugo Twig Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Allantoin, 2,3-Butanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Xanthan Gum, Dipropylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Propanediol, Lecithin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Beta-Glucan, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Pinus Mugo Twig Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientDipropylene Glycol
MaskingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Octyldodecanol
EmollientDiethylhexyl Carbonate
EmollientButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientSh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Rh-Polypeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Rh-Polypeptide-3
Skin Conditioning
Rh-Polypeptide-62
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Papain
Skin ConditioningZingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
Propylene Carbonate
SolventSodium Benzoate
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Diglycerin
Humectant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentXanthan Gum
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientGlucose
Humectant
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Water, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Octyldodecanol, Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Silica, Panthenol, Sodium Chloride, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Mica, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sh-Oligopeptide-2, Rh-Polypeptide-1, Rh-Polypeptide-3, Rh-Polypeptide-62, Beta-Glucan, Tranexamic Acid, Papain, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Glycerin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Propylene Carbonate, Sodium Benzoate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Allantoin, Diglycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Boron Nitride, Xanthan Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Glucose, Synthetic Beeswax, CI 77891, Iron Oxides
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
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 preservativesÂ
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinBeta-Glucan is a polysaccharide. It can be derived from the cell walls of seaweed, oats, yeast, and fungi. It hydrates the skin and helps boost your skin's natural barrier.
As an antioxidant, beta-glucan helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Studies show this ingredient may be an effective wrinkle reducer as it can deeply penetrate into skin. It has also been show to help with wound healing.
Learn more about Beta-GlucanButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolDipropylene 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.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 GlycerinPanthenol 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 PanthenolWater. 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 WaterXanthan 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 GumIngredient Ratings
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