Melano CC Brightening Gel Versus Hada Labo Koi Gokujyun Whitening Perfect Gel
Updated on March 11, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and parabens
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Ingredient Info
Melano CC Brightening Gel 32 ingredients
Hada Labo Koi Gokujyun Whitening Perfect Gel 32 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Melano CC Brightening Gel 32 ingredients
Hada Labo Koi Gokujyun Whitening Perfect Gel 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Alpinia Katsumadai Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningC4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer
HumectantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Bifida Polysaccharide
HumectantPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
PPG-17 Butyl Ether
Skin ConditioningIron Hydroxide
StabilisingPolyvinylalcohol Crosspolymer
Diethoxyethyl Succinate
SolventPolydiethylsiloxane
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Hydroxypropyl Ethylhexyl Ether
CleansingPolyacrylamide
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Glyceryl Hydroxystearate
Emollient
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
PEG-20 Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Paraben
Preservative
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Heptanol
Perfuming
PPG-4 Lauryl Ether
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingC16-24 Alkyl C16-24 Acidate
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/C5-8 Alkyl Acrylate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Ascorbyl Glucoside, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ascorbic Acid, Alpinia Katsumadai Seed Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Bifida Polysaccharide, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, PPG-17 Butyl Ether, Iron Hydroxide, Polyvinylalcohol Crosspolymer, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Polydiethylsiloxane, Polyglyceryl-2 Hydroxypropyl Ethylhexyl Ether, Polyacrylamide, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl Hydroxystearate, Paraffinum Liquidum, PEG-20 Sorbitan Isostearate, Sodium Paraben, Behenyl Alcohol, Heptanol, PPG-4 Lauryl Ether, Xanthan Gum, C16-24 Alkyl C16-24 Acidate, Acrylates/C5-8 Alkyl Acrylate Copolymer, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Diglycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantSorbitol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPPG-17-Buteth-17
Skin ConditioningPetrolatum
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-10 Eicosanedioate/Tetradecanedioate
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDiethoxyethyl Succinate
SolventPPG-24-Glycereth-24
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG-20 Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Methylparaben
Preservative
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTriethanolamine
BufferingSodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Ammonium Acrylates Copolymer
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Water, Glycerin, Tranexamic Acid, Diglycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Pentylene Glycol, PPG-17-Buteth-17, Petrolatum, Polyglyceryl-10 Eicosanedioate/Tetradecanedioate, Butylene Glycol, Carbomer, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, PPG-24-Glycereth-24, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-20 Sorbitan Isostearate, Squalane, Methylparaben, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Polyquaternium-51, Disodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Triethanolamine, Sodium Metabisulfite, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Ammonium Acrylates Copolymer, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Behenyl Alcohol is a type of fatty alcohol (these are different from the drying, solvent alcohols).
Fatty Alcohols have hydrating properties and are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils; behenyl alcohol is derived from the fats of vegetable oils.
Emollients help keep your skin soft and hydrated by creating a film that traps moisture in.
In 2000, Behenyl Alcohol was approved by the US as medicine to reduce the duration of cold sores.
Learn more about Behenyl AlcoholButylene 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 GlycolWe don't have a description for Diethoxyethyl Succinate yet.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinPEG-20 Sorbitan Isostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Pentylene 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.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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