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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Eye Cream versus Fresh Rose Hydrating Eye Gel Cream .

Published on March 23, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe eye moisturizers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

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

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones

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Eye Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea
Eye Moisturizer American Brand United States

Eye Moisturizer

Eye moisturizers help add moisture back into the skin around the eyes; these can be creams, gels, or serums.

Eye Moisturizer

Eye moisturizers help add moisture back into the skin around the eyes; these can be creams, gels, or serums.

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

Benefits

Hydrating (4)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

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

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Brightening (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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

Water โ€ข Butylene Glycol โ€ข Squalane โ€ข Glycerin โ€ข Propanediol โ€ข Behenyl Alcohol โ€ข Diisostearyl Malate โ€ข Dimethicone โ€ข Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate โ€ข Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate โ€ข Phytosteryl Isostearyl Dimer Dilinoleate โ€ข Butyrospermum Parkii Butter โ€ข Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate โ€ข Stearic Acid โ€ข Glyceryl Stearate โ€ข Peg-100 Stearate โ€ข 1,2-Hexanediol โ€ข Methoxy Peg-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone โ€ข Polyacrylate-13 โ€ข Phenoxyethanol โ€ข Panax Ginseng Root Extract โ€ข Polyisobutene โ€ข Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins โ€ข Caffeine โ€ข Honey โ€ข Alcohol โ€ข Parfum โ€ข Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract โ€ข Polygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract โ€ข Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract โ€ข Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract โ€ข Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract โ€ข Ethylhexylglycerin โ€ข Polysorbate 20 โ€ข Sorbitan Isostearate โ€ข Disodium EDTA โ€ข Sodium Polyacrylate โ€ข Theobroma Cacao Extract โ€ข Dextrin โ€ข Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract โ€ข Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone โ€ข Limonene โ€ข Hydrogenated Lecithin โ€ข Linalool โ€ข Panax Ginseng Flower Extract โ€ข Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde โ€ข Hexyl Cinnamal โ€ข Phytosphingosine โ€ข Sodium Polyaspartate โ€ข Tocopherol โ€ข Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate

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.

1
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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Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Fresh Rose Hydrating Eye Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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 Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

Fresh Rose Hydrating Eye Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.

3
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 Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

Fresh Rose Hydrating Eye Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.

4
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 Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

Fresh Rose Hydrating Eye Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

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

Fresh Rose Hydrating Eye Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

6
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 Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

Fresh Rose Hydrating Eye Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

7
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 Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.

Fresh Rose Hydrating Eye Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.

8
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Sorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.

As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.

Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.

Learn more about Sorbitan Isostearate

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.

Fresh Rose Hydrating Eye Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

27% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
35% are disliked or very disliked
27% have no rating yet
26% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
32% are disliked or very disliked
26% have no rating yet

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Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Eye Cream 51 ingredients

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Fresh Rose Hydrating Eye Gel Cream 38 ingredients

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Absorbs Well (1) Expensive (1) Hydrating (1) Light (1) Works Well (1)
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SaraHMaria_299

26 days ago ยท Combination Skin
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I have found the best eye product that works wonders for me! I suffer from dry eyes, including my lids. I started using this product to add extra...

I have found the best eye product that works wonders for me! I suffer from dry eyes, including my lids. I started using this product to add extra moisture to my eye area, and it has been very effective in keeping my eyes well-moisturized. It has also helped reduce puffiness and dark circles. Though I have tried several brands, I always find myself going back to this one, despite its high price.

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