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The History of Whoo Jinyulhyang Essential Revitalizing Balancer Versus Dr.G R.E.D Blemish Clear Soothing Toner

Toner
Toner
Korean Brand South Korea
Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on February 26, 2024

Overview

What they are

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

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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About this product

About this product

At a glance

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Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Jinyulhyang Essential Revitalizing Balancer

Water

Skin Conditioning

Glycerin

Humectant
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps brighten skin Icon

Dipropylene Glycol

Masking

Biosaccharide Gum-1

Skin Conditioning

Glycereth-26

Humectant
0 / 0

1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Emulsifying
Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

PEG-8

Humectant

Panthenol

Skin Conditioning
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Octyldodeceth-16

Emulsifying

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Caprylyl Glycol

Emollient

Triethylhexanoin

Masking

Polyquaternium-51

Skin Conditioning

Xanthan Gum

Emulsifying

Parfum

Masking
Fragrance IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Polygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Asparagus Cochinchinensis Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Acanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Trisodium EDTA

Theobroma Cacao Extract

Skin Conditioning

Punica Granatum Fruit Extract

Antioxidant

Phenyl Trimethicone

Skin Conditioning
Silicon Icon

Algin

Masking
May worsen Oily Skin Icon

Sodium Polyacrylate

Absorbent

Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Trifolium Pratense Leaf Extract

Antioxidant
Antioxidant Icon

Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract

Antimicrobial
Antioxidant Icon

Panax Ginseng Root Extract

Emollient
Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Astringent

Prunus Persica Kernel Extract

Moisturising

Plantago Asiatica Extract

Skin Conditioning

Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract

Skin Protecting

Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract

Bleaching
Good for Dark Spots Icon

Atractylodes Japonica Rhizome Extract

Skin Conditioning

Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment

Skin Conditioning
Helps reduce irritation Icon

Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Skin Conditioning

Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Ginsenosides

Skin Conditioning

Velvet Extract

Humectant

Thymus Vulgaris Extract

Perfuming
Fragrance Icon

Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning
R.E.D Blemish Clear Soothing Toner

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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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Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

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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Masking, Solvent

Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.

Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.

As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.

Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 
Skin Conditioning

Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.

There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.

D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.

Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):

Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.

This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.

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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.

Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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Skin Conditioning

This extract comes from Purslane, a succulent. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.

Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.

Fun fact: Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.

Nowadays, purslane is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.

Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea Extract

When to use

6 Routines
33% use in am
67% use in pm
100% use every day
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45% use in am
55% use in pm
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Hydrating (4) Works Well (4) Light (3)
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TaylorForman_712

4 months ago
Review

Love this product. It calms my quickly irritated skin down and is the perfect first layer.

#hydrating
#absorbs well
#light scent
#works well
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HE Christophe

2 months ago
Review

Holy grail toner for me. I've tried so many toners but none of them can compare to this one. It calms redness over time and at a quick rate (2 days and I could see results) and my skin feels so refreshed after each application. A daily toner that I can't stop using since its discovery.

By the way, I'm using a sprayer since I hate applying toner with my hands, unless the toner contains Show more

#great value
#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well