ILLIYOON Probiotics Redness Relief Essence Drop Versus Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of ILLIYOON Probiotics Redness Relief Essence Drop versus Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream .

Last updated on March 01, 2024. Published on August 01, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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ILLIYOON Probiotics Redness Relief Essence Drop

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream

Essence Brand

General Moisturizer South Korean Brand

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.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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ILLIYOON Probiotics Redness Relief Essence Drop 18 ingredients

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream 55 ingredients

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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ILLIYOON Probiotics Redness Relief Essence Drop 18 ingredients

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream 55 ingredients

Benefits

Hydrating (2)

Reduces Irritation

Brightening

Concerns

Rosacea

Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Ceramides

Hyaluronic Acid (5)

Benefits

Hydrating (5)

Redness Reducing (3)

Reduces Irritation (4)

Anti-Aging (2)

Scar Healing (2)

Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)

Acne Trigger (2)

Irritating

Eczema

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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

ILLIYOON Probiotics Redness Relief Essence Drop 18 ingredients

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream 55 ingredients

Water • Squalane • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Methyl Trimethicone • 1,2-Hexanediol • Butyl Acrylate • Tromethamine • Glyceryl Caprylate • Dextrin • Panax Ginseng Root Water • Parfum • Disodium EDTA • Madecassoside • Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract • Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate

Water • Methylpropanediol • Panthenol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Caprylic Acid • Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea • Sorbitan Stearate • Hydroxyethyl Urea • Squalane • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Glycerin • Canola Oil • Acrylic Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Arginine • Carbomer • Allantoin • Tocopherol • Butylene Glycol • Xanthan Gum • Viscum Album Fruit Extract • Dihydroxyisopropyl Palmoylpalmamide • Phytosterols • Ricinus Communis Seed Oil • Ectoin • Propanediol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans • Juniperus Virginiana Oil • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil • Ceramide NP • Madecassoside • Copaifera Officinalis Resin • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Benzyl Glycol • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate • Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil • Linoleic Acid • Beta-Glucan • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Viola Odorata Leaf Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Cananga Odorata Flower Oil • Artemisia Vulgaris Oil • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil • Ethylhexylglycerin • Jasminum Officinale Oil • Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil • Hyaluronic Acid • Raspberry Ketone

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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

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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ILLIYOON Probiotics Redness Relief Essence Drop contains this as ingredient number 1.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Squalane

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Loved

Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.

Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.

Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).

In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.

The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.

Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.

Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.

Read more about squalene with an "e".

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ILLIYOON Probiotics Redness Relief Essence Drop contains this as ingredient number 2.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.

Butylene Glycol

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.

ILLIYOON Probiotics Redness Relief Essence Drop contains this as ingredient number 3.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.

Glycerin

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

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.

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ILLIYOON Probiotics Redness Relief Essence Drop contains this as ingredient number 4.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.

1,2-Hexanediol

What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Mixed

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.

ILLIYOON Probiotics Redness Relief Essence Drop contains this as ingredient number 6.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.

Madecassoside

What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Loved

Madecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.

Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.

One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.

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ILLIYOON Probiotics Redness Relief Essence Drop contains this as ingredient number 14.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.

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