Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] versus Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] .
Last updated on August 06, 2023. Published on September 24, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe emulsions. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] 29 ingredients
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] 32 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] 29 ingredients
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] 32 ingredients
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Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] 29 ingredients
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] 32 ingredients
Rosa Damascena Flower Water • Butylene Glycol • Methyl Trimethicone • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Cetearyl Alcohol • PCA Dimethicone • 1,2-Hexanediol • Silica • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Niacinamide • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Carbomer • Tromethamine • Glyceryl Caprylate • Parfum • Ethylhexylglycerin • Disodium EDTA • Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Propanediol • Sorbitan Isostearate • Aureobasidium Pullulans Ferment • Gluconolactone • Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract • Yeast Ferment Extract • Tocopherol • Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Water • Butylene Glycol • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone • Caprylic Acid • Glycerin • Sucrose Stearate • Ceramide Ns • Diisostearyl Malate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Glyceryl Stearate • Stearyl Alcohol • Panthenol • Stearic Acid • Palmitic Acid • Propanediol • Niacinamide • Carbomer • Parfum • Caprylyl Glycol • Tromethamine • Dextrin • Ethylhexylglycerin • Disodium EDTA • Hyaluronic Acid • Beta-Glucan • Myristic Acid • Arachidic Acid • Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate • Tocopherol • Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
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Ingredients Explained
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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.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] contains this as ingredient number 2.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] contains this as ingredient number 2.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
It is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to products when applied. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] contains this as ingredient number 4.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] contains this as ingredient number 4.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideLaneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] contains this as ingredient number 12.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] contains this as ingredient number 18.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] contains this as ingredient number 14.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] contains this as ingredient number 19.
Tromethamine is an aliphatic compound. An aliphatic compound is an organic compound with open-chained carbon atoms. It is synthetically created. Tromethamine is used to balance pH and improve texture.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineLaneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] contains this as ingredient number 15.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] contains this as ingredient number 22.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term '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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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 ParfumLaneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] contains this as ingredient number 17.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] contains this as ingredient number 20.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] contains this as ingredient number 18.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] contains this as ingredient number 24.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTALaneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] contains this as ingredient number 19.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] contains this as ingredient number 25.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolLaneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] contains this as ingredient number 22.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] contains this as ingredient number 17.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolLaneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] contains this as ingredient number 28.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] contains this as ingredient number 31.
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract comes from a kelp native to the northern Pacific Ocean. It is more commonly known as "wakame".
This kelp contains fatty acids, sodium, calcium, iodine, thiamine, and niacin. Studies show a polysaccharide known as fucoidan exhibits strong antioxidant activities. Fucoidan can be found in the cell walls of many species of brown seaweed.
Wakame prefers cold and temperate oceans. It is used in Japanese and Korean cuisine (yummy!).
Learn more about Undaria Pinnatifida ExtractLaneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] contains this as ingredient number 29.
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] contains this as ingredient number 32.
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Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] 29 ingredients
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] 32 ingredients
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Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] 29 ingredients
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] 32 ingredients
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Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Combination to Oily skin] 29 ingredients
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Emulsion [for Normal to Dry skin] 32 ingredients
wanted to love this but irritated my skin SOOOO bad. not even 5 minutes, my face was BURNING. so upset, i rlly love the consistency of this
wanted to love this but irritated my skin SOOOO bad. not even 5 minutes, my face was BURNING. so upset, i rlly love the consistency of this
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