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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of ISOI Moisture Dr. Ampoule versus ISOI Moisture Tonic Essence .

Last updated on July 27, 2023. Published on February 21, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Suited For

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

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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Ampoule South Korean Brand South Korea
Essence South Korean Brand South Korea

Ampoule

Ampoules are created to target one area of concern. They are usually highly concentrated with active or beneficial ingredients.

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.

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Ingredient Info

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ISOI Moisture Dr. Ampoule 18 ingredients

ISOI Moisture Tonic Essence 20 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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ISOI Moisture Dr. Ampoule 18 ingredients

ISOI Moisture Tonic Essence 20 ingredients

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Irritating

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
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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ISOI Moisture Dr. Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 1.

ISOI Moisture Tonic Essence contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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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ISOI Moisture Dr. Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 2.

ISOI Moisture Tonic Essence contains this as ingredient number 4.

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

Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.

Betaine is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies show betaine may help with uneven skin tones.

Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The form found within cosmetic products can be either plant-dervied or synthetic.

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ISOI Moisture Dr. Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 3.

ISOI Moisture Tonic Essence contains this as ingredient number 5.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

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ISOI Moisture Dr. Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 7.

ISOI Moisture Tonic Essence contains this as ingredient number 6.

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

ISOI Moisture Dr. Ampoule 18 ingredients

ISOI Moisture Tonic Essence 20 ingredients

78% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
0% are disliked or very disliked
11% have no rating yet
45% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
20% are disliked or very disliked
20% have no rating yet

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ISOI Moisture Dr. Ampoule 18 ingredients

ISOI Moisture Tonic Essence 20 ingredients

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