Milk Touch Jeju Citrus Sunki First Essence Versus Skinfood Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Essence
Updated on March 10, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe essences. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Milk Touch Jeju Citrus Sunki First Essence 43 ingredients
Skinfood Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Essence 17 ingredients
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Milk Touch Jeju Citrus Sunki First Essence 43 ingredients
Skinfood Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Essence 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingDipropylene Glycol
MaskingLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin ProtectingEclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
HumectantFructooligosaccharides
HumectantBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
MaskingCitrus Sunki Peel Extract
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningLepidium Meyenii Root Extract
Skin ConditioningXylitylglucoside
HumectantMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Anhydroxylitol
HumectantAsiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningXylitol
HumectantAcmella Oleracea Extract
Skin ProtectingGlucose
HumectantPrunus Serrulata Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSolanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract
AstringentAvena Sativa Peptide
Skin Conditioning
Triticum Aestivum Peptide
Skin Conditioning
Glycine Max Polypeptide
Skin Conditioning
Water, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Dipropylene Glycol, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Citric Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Fructooligosaccharides, Beta-Glucan, Ceramide NP, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Citrus Sunki Peel Extract, Tocopherol, Maltodextrin, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract, Xylitylglucoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Anhydroxylitol, Asiatic Acid, Xylitol, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Glucose, Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract, Avena Sativa Peptide, Triticum Aestivum Peptide, Glycine Max Polypeptide
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract 93%
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitrus Tangerina Peel Oil
Masking
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantJuniperus Mexicana Oil
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDiacetyl Boldine
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract 93%, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Caramel, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diacetyl Boldine, Limonene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 Niacinamide1,2-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
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
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.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
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