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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream versus SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream .

Published on July 18, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid and niacinamide

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots

Free From

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

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General Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea
General Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea

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

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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

AHA
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid (3)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (4)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Reduces Large Pores
Dark Spots (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
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Ingredients Compared

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

Centella Asiatica Extract 50% โ€ข Water โ€ข Glycerin โ€ข 1,2-Hexanediol โ€ข Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate โ€ข Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride โ€ข Niacinamide โ€ข Cetearyl Alcohol โ€ข Glyceryl Stearate โ€ข Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate โ€ข Butylene Glycol โ€ข Stearyl Alcohol โ€ข Propanediol โ€ข Carbomer โ€ข Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate โ€ข Sorbitol โ€ข Tromethamine โ€ข Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate โ€ข Sedum Sarmentosum Extract โ€ข Ethylhexylglycerin โ€ข Citric Acid โ€ข Glyceryl Stearate Citrate โ€ข Adenosine โ€ข Musa Sapientum Flower Extract โ€ข Rosa Damascena Flower Water โ€ข Disodium EDTA โ€ข Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract โ€ข Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract โ€ข Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract โ€ข Prunus Domestica Fruit Extract โ€ข Biosaccharide Gum-1 โ€ข Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract โ€ข Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract โ€ข Sodium Hyaluronate โ€ข Hyaluronic Acid โ€ข Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid โ€ข Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract โ€ข Hydrolyzed Collagen โ€ข Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract โ€ข Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract โ€ข Equisetum Arvense Extract โ€ข Olea Europaea Leaf Extract โ€ข Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract โ€ข Fructan โ€ข Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract โ€ข Sophora Japonica Flower Extract โ€ข Curcuma Longa Root Extract โ€ข Corallina Officinalis Extract

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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1
What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.

Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.

The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.

Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.

Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.

This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.

Learn more about Centella Asiatica Extract

SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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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SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

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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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SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.

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.

SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

5
What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.

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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.

SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

7
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.

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SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

8
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.

SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.

9
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.

SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.

10
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Glyceryl Stearate Citrate is a citric acid ester of glyceryl stearate.

It is an emulsifier, emollient, and a surfactant.

Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating. Common ingredients include oils and water, which do not mix naturally. Emulsifiers have properties that help keep ingredients such as these together.

Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.

Surfactants help gather oils, dirt, and other pollutants from the skin. This helps them to be easily rinsed away.

Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate Citrate

SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.

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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

SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.

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48% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
23% are disliked or very disliked
19% have no rating yet
58% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
21% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet

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SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream 48 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 3 ratings
Broke Me Out (1) Oily (1) Sticky (1)
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2 months ago ยท Oily Skin
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For people who struggle with acne this is not a great moisturiser. I broke out into fungal acne which is really sad because I really like some of...

For people who struggle with acne this is not a great moisturiser. I broke out into fungal acne which is really sad because I really like some of the ingredients in this product ๐Ÿ˜”

SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Capsule Cream 38 ingredients

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