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Published on March 12, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 20 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum 54 ingredients
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum 40 ingredients
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Oil Free
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
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Alcohol Free
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Silicon Free
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
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Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum 54 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum 54 ingredients
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum 40 ingredients
Rosa Damascena Flower Water • Alcohol Denat. • Propanediol • Peg/Ppg-17/6 Copolymer • Polyglycerin-3 • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Niacinamide • Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Butylene Glycol • Phenyl Trimethicone • Caprylyl Methicone • C14-22 Alcohols • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Carbomer • Parfum • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • Thymol Trimethoxycinnamate • CI 77891 • Cetearyl Alcohol • Tromethamine • Glyceryl Caprylate • Dimethiconol • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Adenosine • Mica • Methoxy Peg-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone • Morus Alba Root Extract • Linalool • Sorbitan Isostearate • Polysorbate 60 • Tranexamic Acid • Panax Ginseng Root Extract • Limonene • Honey • Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins • Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract • Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract • Polygonatum Odoratum Rhizome Extract • Tin Oxide • Glucose • Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract • Tocopherol
Rosa Damascena Flower Water • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Betaine • Behenyl Alcohol • Methoxy Peg-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone • Carbomer • Jojoba Esters • Tromethamine • Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins • Parfum • Glyceryl Caprylate • Sucrose Polystearate • Phenoxyethanol • Honey • Ethylhexylglycerin • Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract • Polygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract • Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract • Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract • Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract • Dextrin • Theobroma Cacao Extract • Disodium EDTA • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Panax Ginseng Seed Oil • Linalool • Panax Ginseng Leaf/Stem Extract • Benzyl Benzoate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Panax Ginseng Flower Extract • Tocopherol • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Panax Ginseng Root Extract • Phytosphingosine • Sodium Polyaspartate • Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate
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Ingredients Explained
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Rosa Damascena Flower Water comes from the Damask rose. It is a dilluted version of the Rose Essential oil.
The Damask Roses' petals have been found to help sooth skin. The petals also contain antioxidant compounds.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. This may help reduce the signs of aging.
The fragrance of Rosa Damascena Flower Water may be used for masking. Masking ingredients are used to obscure or block properties of other ingredients. They are commonly used to block the scent of a product.
Learn more about Rosa Damascena Flower WaterSulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinSulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum 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.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 32.
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.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term '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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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 ParfumSulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 TromethamineSulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 28.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.
Glyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut.
Glyceryl Caprylate is used for its emollient and emulsifier properties.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate your skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier on your skin to trap moisture in, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth.
Glyceryl Caprylate helps keep the ingredients such as oil and water together as an emulsifier.
Learn more about Glyceryl CaprylateSulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 29.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 EDTASulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 32.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 26.
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.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 33.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
We don't have a description for Methoxy Peg-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 36.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolSulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 29.
Panax Ginseng Root is a popular herb from Asia. This root contains antioxidants, favonoids, and vitamins B12 and D.
Ginseng Root helps increase skin hydration, even out texture and tone, and helps improve wrinkles.
Ginseng root helps improve blood circulation and oxygen flow. This in turn helps nourish the skin and improve wrinkles. By speeding up circulation, ginseng root can also help drain fluids.
Ginseng root contains both Vitamin D and B12. Both of these vitamins help boost collagen production in your skin. Collagen gives you skin the appearance of looking plump and firm.
Ginseng Root can also aid in decreasing inflammation.
Studies also show ginseng may help with hyperpigmentation. Ginseng disrupts the production of tyrosinase, an enzyme that starts the process of skin darkening.
Historically, people in East Asia have used ginseng as both food and medicine.
Learn more about Panax Ginseng Root ExtractSulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 42.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 37.
Honey comes from bees. It is mainly made up of fructose and glucose. Honey also contains amino acids, peptides, Vitamins A, C, and E. Vitamins A, C, and E all offer numerous skin benefits.
Honey is hydrating, antibacterial, anti-aging, and skin soothing.
The humectant property of honey makes it great at helping to hydrate the skin. Humectants draw moisture from the air to your skin.
Honey may help reduce the signs of aging due to its antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help protect your skin against free-radical molecules. If left unchecked, these molecules may damage your skin cells and DNA. Fun fact: darker honey is a antioxidant 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 HoneySulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 44.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
We don't have a description for Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 45.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 21.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 46.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.
We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 47.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
We don't have a description for Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 49.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
Nelumbium Speciosum Flower Extract comes from the Lotus Flower, Nelumbiumspeciosum.
Lotus flower extract has antioxidant properties from compounds such as flavonoids. Antioxidants may help reduce the signs of aging.
In traditional Asian medicine, Lotus flower seeds were used to help treat inflammation.
Learn more about Nelumbo Nucifera Flower ExtractSulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 53.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 19.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolSulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Brightening Serum contains this as ingredient number 54.
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum contains this as ingredient number 34.
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