Koh Gen Do Oriental Plants Emollient Cream Versus Versed Skin Soak Rich Moisture Cream
Updated on December 05, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 6 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 and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Koh Gen Do Oriental Plants Emollient Cream 52 ingredients
Versed Skin Soak Rich Moisture Cream 17 ingredients
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Koh Gen Do Oriental Plants Emollient Cream 52 ingredients
Versed Skin Soak Rich Moisture Cream 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Octyldodecyl Myristate
EmollientHydrogenated Palm Oil
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningGanoderma Amboinense Extract
HumectantRosa Rugosa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Amara Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningBifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Perilla Ocymoides Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
Emollient
Phytol
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Yeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentLecithin
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingDimethicone
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingBatyl Alcohol
EmollientIsomalt
HumectantSorbitol
Humectant
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingBis-Ethylhexyl Hydroxydimethoxy Benzylmalonate
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingDipalmitoyl Glycerophosphocholine
Skin ConditioningDicetyl Dipeptide-9
Cholesterol
Emollient
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl Glutamate
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientArginine
Masking
Phytic Acid
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Octyldodecyl Myristate, Hydrogenated Palm Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Cetyl Palmitate, Pentylene Glycol, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Ganoderma Amboinense Extract, Rosa Rugosa Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Citrus Aurantium Amara Fruit Extract, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Perilla Ocymoides Seed Oil, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil, Phytol, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Yeast Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Lecithin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopherol, Behenyl Alcohol, Triethylhexanoin, Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Batyl Alcohol, Isomalt, Sorbitol, Sodium Phosphate, Bis-Ethylhexyl Hydroxydimethoxy Benzylmalonate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Dipalmitoyl Glycerophosphocholine, Dicetyl Dipeptide-9, Cholesterol, Palmitic Acid, Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl Glutamate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Arginine, Phytic Acid, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Squalane
Emollient
Palmaria Palmata Extract
Skin ProtectingHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Water, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Squalane, Palmaria Palmata Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateSqualane 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".
Learn more about Squalane1,2-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
Phenoxyethanol 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.
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Koh Gen Do Oriental Plants Emollient Cream 52 ingredients
Versed Skin Soak Rich Moisture Cream 17 ingredients
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Koh Gen Do Oriental Plants Emollient Cream 52 ingredients
Versed Skin Soak Rich Moisture Cream 17 ingredients
One of the thickest/ most nourishing creams I have found without pore cloggers! Really love it for my dry/acne-prone skin.
