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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US versus Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream .

Last updated on February 07, 2024. Published on April 29, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 20 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides and hyaluronic acid

Suited For

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

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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Sheet Mask South Korean Brand South Korea
General Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea

Sheet Mask

Sheet masks are one-time use masks that go over the face. They are usually used after cleansing (depending on the product’s instructions).

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

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
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating (4)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (6)
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Irritating

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid (5)

Benefits

Hydrating (5)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Anti-Aging (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Water • Methylpropanediol • Panthenol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Caprylic Acid • Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea • Sorbitan Stearate • Hydroxyethyl Urea • Squalane • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Glycerin • Canola Oil • Acrylic Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Arginine • Carbomer • Allantoin • Tocopherol • Butylene Glycol • Xanthan Gum • Viscum Album Fruit Extract • Dihydroxyisopropyl Palmoylpalmamide • Phytosterols • Ricinus Communis Seed Oil • Ectoin • Propanediol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans • Juniperus Virginiana Oil • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil • Ceramide NP • Madecassoside • Copaifera Officinalis Resin • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Benzyl Glycol • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate • Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil • Linoleic Acid • Beta-Glucan • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Viola Odorata Leaf Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Cananga Odorata Flower Oil • Artemisia Vulgaris Oil • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil • Ethylhexylglycerin • Jasminum Officinale Oil • Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil • Hyaluronic Acid • Raspberry Ketone

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 1.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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.

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 2.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.

3
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 3.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.

4
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.

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 5.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.

5
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Madecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.

Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.

One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.

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Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 6.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.

6
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

We don't have a description for Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea.

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 8.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.

7
What it does: Humectant, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in healthy skin. It is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture to your skin.

Hyaluronic Acid has the capacity to bind to large amounts of water. This ingredient helps hydrate, soothe, and protect the skin.

Fun fact: It is already naturally found in our bodies, such as the fluids of our eyes and our joints.

Studies find this ingredient to have anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. This can help speed up wound-healing,

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Learn more about Hyaluronic Acid

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 9.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 54.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Raspberry Ketone is a fragrance.

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 10.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 55.

9
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans.

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 11.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.

10
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.

Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.

One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.

Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.

Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:

Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 13.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 14.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.

12
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP

Learn more about Ceramide NP

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 19.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.

13
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer is a type of hyaluronic acid. In fact, it is modified version of hyaluronic acid.

The structure of Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer allows it to stay in the skin's top layer for a longer period of time. This allows for even more hydration and humectant action than hyaluronic acid.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 20.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.

14
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

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Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 22.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

15
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.

As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.

Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.

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Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 25.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.

It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

Learn more about Propanediol

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 27.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.

17
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

We don't have a description for Benzyl Glycol.

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 30.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.

18
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.

Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.

Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.

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Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 34.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Gum

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 35.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Ampoule Mask US contains this as ingredient number 36.

Real Barrier Intense Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 50.

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16% have mixed ratings
22% are disliked or very disliked
3% have no rating yet
40% are loved or liked
18% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
11% have no rating yet

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