Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence versus Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX .
Published on May 30, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe essences. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Essence
Essences are used to prep skin for further treatment and may provide extra skin benefits. They are usually used before serum and moisturizers. Essences are thought to have originated in either Japan or Korea and is an essential step in K-Beauty.
Essence
Essences are used to prep skin for further treatment and may provide extra skin benefits. They are usually used before serum and moisturizers. Essences are thought to have originated in either Japan or Korea and is an essential step in K-Beauty.
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Ingredient Info
The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence 39 ingredients
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX 32 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence 39 ingredients
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX 32 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence 39 ingredients
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX 32 ingredients
Phormium Tenax Extract • Glycerin • Propanediol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Dimethicone • C14-22 Alcohols • Arachidyl Alcohol • Behenyl Alcohol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • Cyclopentasiloxane • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Dimethiconol • Arachidyl Glucoside • Xanthan Gum • Carbomer • Polysilicone-11 • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Potassium Hydroxide • Ethylhexylglycerin • Butylene Glycol • Water • Honey • Disodium EDTA • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Echinacea Angustifolia Root Cell Culture Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Triticum Vulgare Sprout Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopherol • Polygonum Odoratum Extract • Cereus Grandiflorus Extract • Nelumbo Nucifera Root Extract • Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract • Gastrodia Elata Root Extract • Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract • Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract • Pentylene Glycol • Parfum
Ethyl Ethylhexanoate • Dimethicone • Arachidyl Alcohol • Hibiscus Abelmoschus Seed Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tillandsia Usneoides Extract • Ceratonia Siliqua Fruit Extract • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • C14-22 Alcohols • Dextrin • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline • Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Behenyl Alcohol • Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cyclohexasiloxane • Saccharide Hydrolysate • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Adenosine • Arachidyl Glucoside • Ethylhexylglycerin • Xanthan Gum • Theobroma Cacao Extract • Triethylhexanoin • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate • Disodium EDTA • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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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.
The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence contains this as ingredient number 5.
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX contains this as ingredient number 2.
C14-22 Alcohols is made up of synthetic fatty alcohols. More specifically, these fatty alcohols contain 14 to 22 carbons in the alkyl chain.
Its main purpose is to stabilize products. As an emulsifier, it helps prevent waters and oils from separating.
The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence contains this as ingredient number 6.
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX contains this as ingredient number 9.
We don't have a description for Arachidyl Alcohol.
The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence contains this as ingredient number 7.
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX contains this as ingredient number 3.
A type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as traditional alcohols.
Emollients help keep your skin soft and hydrated by creating a film that traps moisture in.
Behenyl Alcohol is usually derived from the fats in vegetable oils.
In 2000, Behenyl Alcohol was approved by the US as medicine to reduce the duration of cold sores.
Learn more about Behenyl AlcoholThe Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence contains this as ingredient number 8.
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX contains this as ingredient number 14.
We don't have a description for C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside.
The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence contains this as ingredient number 10.
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX contains this as ingredient number 8.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneThe Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence contains this as ingredient number 11.
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX contains this as ingredient number 16.
We don't have a description for Arachidyl Glucoside.
The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence contains this as ingredient number 14.
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX contains this as ingredient number 23.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumThe Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence contains this as ingredient number 15.
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX contains this as ingredient number 25.
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.
The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence contains this as ingredient number 20.
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX contains this as ingredient number 24.
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 EDTAThe Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence contains this as ingredient number 24.
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX contains this as ingredient number 31.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateThe Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence contains this as ingredient number 29.
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 ParfumThe Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence contains this as ingredient number 39.
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX contains this as ingredient number 32.
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The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Essence 39 ingredients
Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX 32 ingredients
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Laneige Time Freeze Essence EX 32 ingredients
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