Naturie Hatomugi Skin Conditioner Versus Cow Soap Skin Life Medicated Lotion (Quasi-drug) Unscented
Updated on November 13, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe toners. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain parabens
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Ingredient Info
Naturie Hatomugi Skin Conditioner 11 ingredients
Cow Soap Skin Life Medicated Lotion (Quasi-drug) Unscented 20 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Naturie Hatomugi Skin Conditioner 11 ingredients
Cow Soap Skin Life Medicated Lotion (Quasi-drug) Unscented 20 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
O-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
PEG-8 Hyaluronate
EmollientCoix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingDiglycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Eicosanedioate/Tetradecanedioate
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Hydroxypropyl Ethylhexyl Ether
CleansingDisodium Lauroyl Glutamate
CleansingPolyglyceryl-3 Decyltetradecyl Ether
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingC4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer
HumectantStyrene/Vp Copolymer
Sodium Malate
HumectantSorbic Acid
Preservative
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Methylparaben
Preservative
O-Cymen-5-Ol, Centella Asiatica Extract, PEG-8 Hyaluronate, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Diglycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Eicosanedioate/Tetradecanedioate, Polyglyceryl-3 Hydroxypropyl Ethylhexyl Ether, Disodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Polyglyceryl-3 Decyltetradecyl Ether, Xanthan Gum, C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer, Styrene/Vp Copolymer, Sodium Malate, Sorbic Acid, Alcohol Denat., Methylparaben
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolButylene 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 GlycolGlycerin 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 GlycerinYou might know this plant as Job's Tears or Chinese pearl barley. It is a grain native to Southeast Asia.
This ingredient has skin conditioning properties. Emerging studies show the grain to exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammation properties as well. (With one study finding this ingredient to be effective at blocking melanin when skin is exposed to UV).
Job's tears is rich in nutrients, such as thiamine, riboflavin, niacin and ascorbic acid.
You can also find great antioxidants such as ferulic acid, caffeic acid.
To top if off, ceramides are also present in this grain.
Learn more about Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed ExtractWe don't have a description for Styrene/Vp Copolymer yet.
Sorbic Acid is a preservative. It is the most commonly used food preservative in the world.
Sorbic Acid is a natural antibiotic and highly effective at preventing the growth of fungus. It is less effective against bacteria.
Potassium Sorbate, another commonly-used preservative, is the potassium salt of Sorbic Acid.
Sorbic Acid may worsen eczema. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Learn more about Sorbic AcidMethylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Naturie Hatomugi Skin Conditioner 11 ingredients
Cow Soap Skin Life Medicated Lotion (Quasi-drug) Unscented 20 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Naturie Hatomugi Skin Conditioner 11 ingredients
i think it’s…okay? it’s just a simple hydrating toner. but i think it’s responsible for a bit of texture on my forehead 💢🥹 i am willing to give it another try though!
Hydrating and didnt break me out, would definitly use this again
