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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic versus Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer .

Published on June 12, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 16 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain peptides

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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General Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea
Makeup Remover South Korean Brand South Korea

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

Price

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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

Vitamin E
Peptides (3)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (3)
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Niacinamide
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (5)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (4)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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

Rosa Damascena Flower Water • Butylene Glycol • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Triethylhexanoin • Squalane • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • 1,2-Hexanediol • Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Cetearyl Olivate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Methoxy Peg-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone • Sorbitan Olivate • Glyceryl Stearate • Stearic Acid • Palmitic Acid • Arachidyl Alcohol • Behenyl Alcohol • Parfum • Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins • Glyceryl Caprylate • Arachidyl Glucoside • Phenoxyethanol • Sorbitan Isostearate • Polysorbate 60 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Linalool • Panax Ginseng Root Extract • Dextrin • Theobroma Cacao Extract • Sodium Chloride • Honey • Limonene • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract • Panax Ginseng Flower Extract • Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract • Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract • Polygonatum Odoratum Rhizome Extract • Myristic Acid • Arachidic Acid • Glucose • Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract • Phytosphingosine • Sodium Polyaspartate • Caprylyl Glycol • Tocopherol • Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate • Acetyl Heptapeptide-4 • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Sodium Hydroxide • Acetyl Octapeptide-3

Water • Isohexadecane • Glycerin • Egg Yolk Extract • Triethylhexanoin • Sorbitan Stearate • Stearic Acid • Butylene Glycol • Cetyl Alcohol • Niacinamide • Sorbitan Oleate • Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract • Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract • Dimethicone • 1,2-Hexanediol • Arctium Lappa Root Extract • Phellinus Linteus Extract • Soluble Collagen • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Phenoxyethanol • Sucrose Cocoate • Parfum • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Pueraria Thunbergiana Root Extract • Cnidium Officinale Root Extract • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract • Carbomer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil • Polyquaternium-51 • Albumen Extract • Glyceryl Polymethacrylate • Glycosyl Trehalose • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Squalane • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Alcohol • Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate • Sodium Polyacrylate • Raffinose • Adenosine • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Disodium EDTA • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Isononyl Isononanoate • Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Cetearyl Alcohol • Lecithin • Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Polysorbate 60 • Tromethamine • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Sodium Hyaluronate • Xanthan Gum • Inulin Lauryl Carbamate • Folic Acid • Ceramide NP • Cholesterol • Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Pullulan • Panthenol • Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 • CI 19140 • CI 15985

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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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.

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 2.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.

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

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 3.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.

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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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Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 4.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Triethylhexanoin is created from glycerin and 2-ethylhexanoic acid. It is a solvent and emollient.

As a solvent, Triethylhexanoin helps dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.

It is also an emollient and helps condition the skin.

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Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 5.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 5.

5
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.

Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.

Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).

In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.

The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.

Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.

Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.

Read more about squalene with an "e".

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Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 6.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 36.

6
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.

In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.

Learn more about Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 7.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 35.

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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.

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 8.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.

8
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.

Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.

Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.

This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.

Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.

Learn more about Cetearyl Alcohol

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 12.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 49.

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What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.

Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.

Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

Learn more about Stearic Acid

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 16.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Parfum

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 20.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 24.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polysorbate 60 is used to help stabilize products. It is a surfactant and emulsifier. These properties help keep ingredients together in a product. Surfactants help reduce surface tension between ingredients with different states, such as liquids and solids. Emulsifiers help prevent oils and waters from separating.

Polysorbate 60 is sorbitol-based and created from the ethoxylation of sorbitan. Ethoxylation is a chemical reaction used to add ethylene oxide. Sorbitan is a the dehydrated version of sorbitol, a sugar found in fruits.

In this case, the 60 comes from reacting 60 units of ethylene oxide with sorbitan.

Polysorbates are commonly used in medicine and foods.

Learn more about Polysorbate 60

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 26.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 52.

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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.

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 27.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 29.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

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 EDTA

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 28.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 44.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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 Lecithin

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 37.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract.

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Classic contains this as ingredient number 40.

Too Cool For School All-in-One Egg Mellow Cream 5-in-1 Firming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.

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31% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
40% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet
38% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
27% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet

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