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iUNIK Centella Calming Gel Cream Versus COSRX AC Collection Ultimate Spot Cream

General Moisturizer
Facial Treatment
Korean Brand South Korea
Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on November 03, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Centella Calming Gel Cream

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

Butylene 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 Glycol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent

1,2-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 
Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.

What it does:

Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:

Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.

Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.

This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.

Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.

Learn more about Dimethicone

When to use

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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

iUNIK Centella Calming Gel Cream 31 ingredients

3.4 /5
from 53 ratings
Light (19) Absorbs Well (16) Works Well (13)
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leigh

1 year ago
Review

Not for combo skin
Disclaimer: I have combo skin that tends to be dry in my cheeks and oily everywhere else. I also have eczema on my cheeks.
This moisturizer absorbs really nicely. I love how it doesn't feel like there's anything on my skin and how it doesn't leave my skin sticky. It's a nice moisturizer. However, for me it makes my nose/ cheek area feel a little tight. Overall I like it and Show more

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Pronicio

1 year ago
Review

I find it's a pretty good moisturizer for very oily skin and leaves the skin quite fresh and reduces redness and irritation quite well. I would personally only use it in the morning before a sunscreen, but not at night, as it's not sufficiently moisturizing for my combination skin.

#great value
#heavy
#absorbs well
#no scent

COSRX AC Collection Ultimate Spot Cream 24 ingredients

3.5 /5
from 2 ratings
Broke Me Out (1) Doesn't Work (1) Great Value (1)
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Mia 🤍

8 months ago
Review

Doesn't do much and it broke me out also I don't get the texture of this for a spot treatment

#broke me out
#doesn't work
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J Z

19 days ago
Review

Initially I didn't like this but it was because the directions were not very clear to me. Even here on Skinsort it would line it up in the middle of the routine. Probably my fault in not using it right but now, I lather on a thick layer on any blemish or even on dark spots left from older acne before going to bed as the very last step. In the morning the blemishes are either gone or very much Show more

#great value
#no scent
#works well