Skin79 Jeju Aloe Aqua Soothing Gel 99% Versus Esfolio Snail Peeling Gel
Updated on September 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 9 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 harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Skin79 Jeju Aloe Aqua Soothing Gel 99% 26 ingredients
Esfolio Snail Peeling Gel 22 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Skin79 Jeju Aloe Aqua Soothing Gel 99% 26 ingredients
Esfolio Snail Peeling Gel 22 ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice 4%
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Malva Sylvestris Extract
AstringentMentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPrimula Veris Extract
Skin ConditioningAlchemilla Vulgaris Extract
AstringentVeronica Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningMelissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Trehalose
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningEthyl Hexanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice 4%, Water, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Malva Sylvestris Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Primula Veris Extract, Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract, Veronica Officinalis Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Allantoin, Trehalose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Polysorbate 20, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ethyl Hexanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium EDTA, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningCellulose
AbsorbentDipropylene Glycol
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSnail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Disodium EDTA
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
Swiftlet Nest Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Cellulose, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Carbomer, Arginine, Polysorbate 80, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Xanthan Gum, Parfum, Butylene Glycol, Hydrated Silica, Disodium EDTA, 1,2-Hexanediol, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract, Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Swiftlet Nest Extract
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.
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 preservatives
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 GlycolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
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 EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 GlycerinParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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