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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mizon Cicaluronic Cleansing Balm versus Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm .

Last updated on December 19, 2023. Published on February 21, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Face Cleanser South Korean Brand South Korea
Makeup Remover South Korean Brand South Korea

Face Cleanser

Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid (5)

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Mizon Cicaluronic Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 1.

Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.

Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.

While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.

Learn more about Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Mizon Cicaluronic Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 2.

Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate comes from Isostearic Acid and glycerin.

It is an emollient, emulsifier, and gentle cleanser. As an emollient, it helps trap moisture to keep skin soft and hydrated. Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating.

This ingredient is common in oil-based products. This is because it helps oil-ingredients be easily washed away without leaving a residue.

Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate may not be fungal-acne safe.

Learn more about Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate

Mizon Cicaluronic Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 3.

Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-10 Isostearate isn't fungal acne safe.

Mizon Cicaluronic Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 5.

Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 5.

5
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Sorbitan Sesquioleate is derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It is an emulsifier and prevents ingredients from separating.

Specifically, this ingredient is a water-in-oil emulsifier, meaning it helps water dissolve into oil.

Some studies suggest this ingredient may cause irritation in some people. If you are unsure, it is best to patch test.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

Learn more about Sorbitan Sesquioleate

Mizon Cicaluronic Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 18.

Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 14.

6
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Mizon Cicaluronic Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 19.

Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 17.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Mizon Cicaluronic Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 29.

Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 18.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

52% are loved or liked
26% have mixed ratings
19% are disliked or very disliked
3% have no rating yet
45% are loved or liked
30% have mixed ratings
20% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Mizon Cicaluronic Cleansing Balm 31 ingredients

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Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm 20 ingredients

4.6 /5
from 19 reviews
AshN.'s Avatar'
Mar 24, 2024

(Using Since 2022) Best cleansing balm I've ever purchased! Most cleansing balms I've looked at usually contain some type of fragrance but this doesn't. The formulation is great as it easily melts on your face once applied. Even when I...

(Using Since 2022) Best cleansing balm I've ever purchased! Most cleansing balms I've looked at usually contain some type of fragrance but this doesn't. The formulation is great as it easily melts on your face once applied. Even when I place some around my under eye and eyelid area there is no irritation or stinging. I would say this makes for a great budget buy as a little goes a long way. This is a must have if you're a fan of double cleansing!

Great Value
Hydrating
Light
No Scent
Works Well
HarrietandValentine's Avatar'
Mar 19, 2024

I use this for 'slip' while using a guasha tool every day in the shower (I use a guasha just for improving lymphatic flow in my collarbone, neck, and face). The added bonus is that it hydrates my skin and feels great.

I use this for 'slip' while using a guasha tool every day in the shower (I use a guasha just for improving lymphatic flow in my collarbone, neck, and face). The added bonus is that it hydrates my skin and feels great.

Great Value
Hydrating
No Scent
Works Well
Butter's Avatar'
Dec 19, 2023

I honestly don't see it getting any better than this for me, beautiful formula. Works very well for my dry skin, not stripping whatsoever. Removes makeup well and rises well. I have repurchased this many times now and probably will...

I honestly don't see it getting any better than this for me, beautiful formula. Works very well for my dry skin, not stripping whatsoever. Removes makeup well and rises well. I have repurchased this many times now and probably will again, my favourite cleansing balm ever.

Great Value
No Scent
Works Well

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