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ma:nyo Galactomy Enzyme Peeling Gel Versus Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel

Exfoliator
Exfoliator
Korean Brand South Korea
Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on July 19, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

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

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.

Ingredient Info

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About this product

About this product

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Benefits

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Galactomy Enzyme Peeling Gel

Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate 24.8%

Humectant
Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation IconHelps with Anti-Aging IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Hydrolyzed Collagen Extract

Skin Protecting
Helps with Anti-Aging Icon

Squalane

Emollient
1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient
2 / 1 Fatty Alcohol IconMay worsen Oily Skin IconBad for Acne Prone Skin IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Glycerin

Humectant
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps brighten skin Icon

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking

Propanediol

Solvent

1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning

Niacinamide

Smoothing
Niacinamide IconGood for Oily Skin IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconHelps with Anti-Aging IconGood for Dark Spots IconGood for Scar Healing IconHelps fight Acne IconHelps brighten skin Icon

Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Water

Hamamelis Virginiana Water

Astringent
Can worsen Dry Skin IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Oryza Sativa Bran Water

Masking
Fragrance Icon

Rosa Centifolia Flower Water

Skin Conditioning

Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate

Emollient
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Panthenol

Skin Conditioning
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Centella Asiatica Extract

Cleansing
Helps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract

Skin Conditioning
Helps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate

Humectant

Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Salix Alba Bark Extract

Astringent
Good for Oily Skin Icon

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Emollient
0-2 / 0 Oil IconHelps hydrate Dry Skin IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Betaine

Humectant
Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce irritation IconGood for Dark Spots Icon

Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning
Helps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Mangifera Indica Seed Butter

Skin Conditioning
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate

Emulsifying
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Glyceryl Stearate

Emollient
1 / 0 Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Stearyl Alcohol

Emollient
2 / 2 Fatty Alcohol Icon

Laminaria Japonica Extract

Skin Protecting

Cassia Italica Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial

Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract

Masking
Helps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial
Antioxidant IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconHelps with Anti-Aging Icon

Sh-Oligopeptide-1

Skin Conditioning
Peptide IconHelps with Anti-Aging IconGood for Scar Healing Icon

Sh-Oligopeptide-2

Skin Conditioning
Peptide Icon

Sh-Polypeptide-1

Skin Conditioning
Peptide Icon

Sh-Polypeptide-2

Skin Conditioning
Peptide Icon

Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant
0 / 0 Hyaluronic Acid Icon

Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract

Antioxidant
Antioxidant Icon

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Astringent

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil

Skin Conditioning
Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Propanediol Dicaprylate

Emollient

Beta-Glucan

Skin Conditioning
Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables

Emollient
Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract

Skin Conditioning

Oleanolic Acid

Skin Conditioning

Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate

Emulsion Stabilising
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Acanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Glutathione

Good for Dark Spots Icon

Maltodextrin

Absorbent

Hydrolyzed Avocado Protein

Skin Conditioning

Trehalose

Humectant

Glyceryl Caprylate

Emollient

Ceramide NP

Skin Conditioning
Ceramide IconHelps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce irritation IconHelps with Anti-Aging Icon

Carnosine

Skin Conditioning

Viscum Album Extract

Skin Conditioning

Rosa Damascena Flower Oil

Masking
Oil Icon

Rose Flower Oil

Masking
Oil IconMay cause irritation IconEU Allergen Icon

Adenosine

Skin Conditioning
Good for Minimizing Pores IconGood for Scar Healing Icon

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

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 
Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Astringent

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.

This ingredient has many skin benefits:

This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.

On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.

Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.

Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.

Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.

Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.

Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning

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.

When to use

21 Routines
10% use in am
90% use in pm
43% use every day
383 Routines
18% use in am
82% use in pm
36% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

ma:nyo Galactomy Enzyme Peeling Gel 59 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 1 rating
Great Value (1) Works Well (1)
AliSia_61108's avatar

AliSia_61108

1 year ago
Review

Gentle yet effective exfoliation. Remember to use on clean, dry face to get better results. Would recommend and would repurchase.

Only thing is, my hands felt very dry immediately after using it while rinsing my hands but I have dishydrotic eczema and it never irritated luckily. The dry feeling went away as soon as I finished washing my hands and drying them off. Not much of an issue but a Show more

#great value
#works well

Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel 19 ingredients

4.2 /5
from 21 ratings
Works Well (15) Great Value (10) No Scent (8)
kayvon's avatar

Kayvon 🪐

8 months ago
Review

🙀 the results of this exfoliator are incredible! it works so well, after only one use, my skin looks & feels so soft & so healthy.

🚿 the previous night, i had showered in hot water, and then at the end, turned the water cold for washing my face

🧖 after the shower, i did my nightly skincare, and then once my face was dry, i put hydrocolloid bandages on practically my whole face

🚰 in Show more

#great value
#no scent
#works well
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Aamina Ahmed

4 months ago
Review

Leaves my skin soft and helps reduce texture.

#light
#works well