Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewing Japanese Sake Skin Cleansing Gel Versus Pyunkang Yul Deep Clear Cleansing Balm
Updated on October 23, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both face cleansers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewing Japanese Sake Skin Cleansing Gel 21 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Deep Clear Cleansing Balm 36 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewing Japanese Sake Skin Cleansing Gel 21 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Deep Clear Cleansing Balm 36 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
PEG-20 Glyceryl Isostearate
Rice Ferment Lees
HumectantGlutamic Acid
HumectantArginine
Masking
Leucine
Skin ConditioningPlacental Extract
Arbutin
Antioxidant
Glycyrrhizic Acid
HumectantSqualane
Emollient
Pseudozyma Epicola/Olive Fruit Oil Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, PEG-20 Glyceryl Isostearate, Rice Ferment Lees, Glutamic Acid, Arginine, Leucine, Placental Extract, Arbutin, Glycyrrhizic Acid, Squalane, Pseudozyma Epicola/Olive Fruit Oil Ferment Filtrate, Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Parfum
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyethylene
Abrasive
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Cajaputi Extract
Tonic
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pantolactone
HumectantHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingDipropylene Glycol
MaskingPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
PEG-10 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyethylene, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Cajaputi Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Panthenol, Ceramide NP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pantolactone, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dipropylene Glycol, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, PEG-10 Isostearate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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 WaterDipropylene 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 GlycolPeg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate comes from Isostearic Acid and glycerin.
It is an emollient, emulsifier, and gentle cleanser. As an emollient, it helps trap moisture to keep skin soft and hydrated. Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating.
This ingredient is common in oil-based products. This is because it helps oil-ingredients be easily washed away without leaving a residue.
Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearateThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglyceridePentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumIngredient Ratings
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Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewing Japanese Sake Skin Cleansing Gel 21 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Deep Clear Cleansing Balm 36 ingredients
Reviews
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Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewing Japanese Sake Skin Cleansing Gel 21 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Deep Clear Cleansing Balm 36 ingredients
So gentle and leaves you feeling hydrated.
It’s nice, great for blackhead removal but the fragrance is a bit irritating.
