Ruruberry Niacinamide Gel Cream Versus Pyunkang Yul Balancing Gel
Updated on June 25, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Ruruberry Niacinamide Gel Cream 17 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Balancing Gel 9 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Ruruberry Niacinamide Gel Cream 17 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Balancing Gel 9 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Isododecane
EmollientPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ethoxydiglycol
HumectantHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningWater, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Isododecane, Panthenol, Ethoxydiglycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Allantoin, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
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 preservativesÂ
Butylene 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 GlycerinPolysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Ingredient Ratings
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Ruruberry Niacinamide Gel Cream 17 ingredients
Pyunkang Yul Balancing Gel 9 ingredients
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