Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of SCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream versus Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream .
Last updated on January 25, 2024. Published on February 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
SCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream 45 ingredients
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream 37 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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SCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream 45 ingredients
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SCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream 45 ingredients
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream 37 ingredients
Centella Asiatica Extract • Glycerin • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Niacinamide • Water • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract • Madecassoside • Madecassic Acid • Asiaticoside • Asiatic Acid • 4-Terpineol • Ceramide NP • Panthenol • Allantoin • Sodium Hyaluronate • Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment • Caprylyl Methicone • Vinyl Dimethicone • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Dimethiconol • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Tromethamine • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Dipropylene Glycol • Butylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Lecithin • Carbomer • Xanthan Gum • Sorbitan Isostearate • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Disodium EDTA • Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer • Pvp • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Pentylene Glycol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Caprylyl Glycol • Glycolipids
Water • Oryza Sativa Bran Water • Glycerin • Panax Ginseng Root Water • Hydrogenated Polydecene • 1,2-Hexanediol • Niacinamide • Squalane • Butylene Glycol • Propanediol • Peg-3 Dicaprylate/Caprate • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Xanthan Gum • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Tromethamine • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Hydrogenated Coconut Oil • Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Adenosine • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Disodium EDTA • Hyaluronic Acid • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Honey Extract • Ceramide NP • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Coptis Japonica Root Extract • Raphanus Sativus Seed Extract • Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract • Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract • Phellinus Linteus Extract • Dextrin • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinSCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
SCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Hydrogenated Polydecene is an emollient. It creates a non-occlusive film on the skin that offers extra protection for your skin barrier.
The texture of Hydrogenated Polydecene ranges from light and silky to rich.
Hydrogenated Polydecene is the end compound of controlled hydrogenation of Polydecene.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolydeceneSCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 NiacinamideSCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
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!
Learn more about WaterSCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 NPSCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.
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 HyaluronateSCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is also an emulsifier. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
SCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
Tromethamine is an aliphatic compound. An aliphatic compound is an organic compound with open-chained carbon atoms. It is synthetically created. Tromethamine is used to balance pH and improve texture.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. 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.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineSCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
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 TriglycerideSCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
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.
SCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
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.
SCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 GumSCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.
The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.
As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Learn more about Hydrogenated LecithinSCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTASCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer is made up of glycerin and polyacrylic acid. It helps hydrate your skin as a humectant.
Humectants draw moisture from the air to your skin.
SCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
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SCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream 45 ingredients
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SCINIC Cica Blemish Barrier Soothing Cream 45 ingredients
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream 37 ingredients
AnaRitaSantos
Not oily skin friendly
Pros: elegant and beautiful consistency, lightweight, super powerful brightner (it really did made impact on my face acne...
Not oily skin friendly
Pros: elegant and beautiful consistency, lightweight, super powerful brightner (it really did made impact on my face acne scars). Cons: weird formulation with very little humectants and a lot of emolients. Not only my skin did not feel hydrated enough, I ended up with a very sticky oily film all over my face. The brightening abilities sometimes were too agressive, I could not use it everyday, otherwise my skin would start to peel off.
Sugarbunny
has coconut oil! clogged my pores and made me break out like crazy which is sad because the consistency is really nice and smooth.
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