Sulwhasoo Brightening Cleansing Foam Versus Sulwhasoo Herbal Soap
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 7 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 common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Sulwhasoo Brightening Cleansing Foam 20 ingredients
Sulwhasoo Herbal Soap 36 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Sulwhasoo Brightening Cleansing Foam 20 ingredients
Sulwhasoo Herbal Soap 36 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPotassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Glycerin
Humectant
Acrylates Copolymer
Propanediol
Solvent
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Kaolin
Abrasive
Oldenlandia Diffusa Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Root Extract
BleachingLilium Candidum Bulb Extract
Skin ConditioningHoney
Humectant
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningRehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Water, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Glycerin, Acrylates Copolymer, Propanediol, Coco-Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Kaolin, Oldenlandia Diffusa Extract, Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins, Morus Alba Root Extract, Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract, Honey, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Polygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol
Water
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Elaeis Guineensis Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Triethanolamine
BufferingLauric Acid
Cleansing
Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Polygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract
Skin ConditioningLilium Tigrinum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningRehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningChrysanthemum Morifolium Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingCitrus Unshiu Peel Extract
MaskingAdenophora Stricta Root Extract
HumectantLycium Chinense Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCoix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningAngelica Tenuissima Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHoney
Humectant
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentTerminalia Chebula Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Polyquaternium-7
Etidronic Acid
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 26100
Cosmetic Colorant
Parfum
Masking
Water, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Elaeis Guineensis Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Alcohol, Triethanolamine, Lauric Acid, Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract, Polygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Lilium Tigrinum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract, Chrysanthemum Morifolium Flower Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Adenophora Stricta Root Extract, Lycium Chinense Root Extract, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Angelica Tenuissima Root Extract, Honey, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Terminalia Chebula Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Polyquaternium-7, Etidronic Acid, CI 77499, CI 19140, CI 26100, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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 GlycerinHoney comes from bees. It is mainly made up of the sugars fructose and glucose.
Besides sugar, honey also contains amino acids, peptides, Vitamins A, C, and E. Vitamins A, C, and E.
As a humectant, honey is great at hydrating the skin. Humectants draw moisture from the air and hold it to your skin.
Honey also has antioxidant and antioxidant properties. Fun fact: darker honey has more antioxidants than light honey.
The antibacterial property of honey may make it effective at helping to treat acne. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Many people wonder if honey is vegan. It is technically a byproduct from bees. This is because honey is created from the digestive enzymes in a bee's stomach.
Remember to be kind to bees :) They are important for many ecosystems and are endangered.
Learn more about HoneyWe don't have a description for Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract yet.
Ginseng root is a well-loved ingredient in Asian skincare for good reason. It hydrates the skin, soothes irritation, and helps even out skin tone.
In traditional East Asian medicine, ginseng has been used for centuries both as food and as a healing remedy, and modern research continues to confirm its skin benefits.
One of the standout features of ginseng is its ability to improve blood circulation and oxygen delivery to the skin, bringing a fresh supply of nutrients to support overall skin health. It also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This helps to protect your skin against damage from UV exposure, pollution, and daily stress.
Additionally, studies suggest that ginseng may help reduce hyperpigmentation by inhibiting tyrosinase, the enzyme involved in melanin production.
There are different types of ginseng used in skincare, and while they all share core benefits, their potency can vary.
Most products use fresh or white ginseng because it’s more affordable. However, red ginseng, produced by steaming the root, contains higher levels of ginsenosides, which are compounds with proven anti-aging effects. These ginsenosides help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and improve skin elasticity.
Note: All forms of ginseng are listed simply as “Panax ginseng” in ingredient lists. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about which type of ginseng is used in their ingredients.
For general antioxidant benefits, any ginseng extract will do, but for wrinkle care or firmer skin, red or fermented ginseng is often more effective.
In short, ginseng is a powerhouse ingredient that supports hydration, radiance, and resilience.
Learn more about Panax Ginseng Root ExtractWe don't have a description for Polygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract yet.
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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