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VT Cosmetics PDRN Essence Stick Balm Versus iUNIK Calendula Balancing Foam Gel Cleanser

General Moisturizer

Face Cleanser

Korean Brand South Korea

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

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

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Ingredient Info

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VT Cosmetics PDRN Essence Stick Balm 27 ingredients

iUNIK Calendula Balancing Foam Gel Cleanser 61 ingredients

What's inside

At a glance

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VT Cosmetics PDRN Essence Stick Balm 27 ingredients

iUNIK Calendula Balancing Foam Gel Cleanser 61 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

PDRN Essence Stick Balm

Octyldodecanol

Emollient

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Emollient

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Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate

Skin Conditioning

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Skin Conditioning

Synthetic Wax

Abrasive

Microcrystalline Wax

Emulsion Stabilising

Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate

Skin Conditioning

Glycerin

Humectant

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Bisabolol

Caprylyl Glycol

Glyceryl Caprylate

Adenosine

Water

Squalane

1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Butylene Glycol

Humectant

1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Ceramide NP

Skin Conditioning

1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

Ethylhexylglycerin

Copper Tripeptide-1

Hexapeptide-9

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4

Skin Conditioning

Tripeptide-1

Skin Conditioning

Panax Ginseng Root Extract

Emollient

Collagen Extract

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Dna

Skin Conditioning

Calendula Balancing Foam Gel Cleanser

Water

Skin Conditioning

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Cleansing

Glycerin

Humectant

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Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Cleansing

Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate

Cleansing

Acrylates Copolymer

Lauryl Glucoside

Cleansing

Propylene Glycol Laurate

Skin Conditioning

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Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract

Masking

Calendula Officinalis Flower

Skin Conditioning

Lactobacillus/Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Ferment Filtrate

Skin Conditioning

Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract

Perfuming

Mentha Suaveolens Leaf Extract

Astringent

Trifolium Pratense Extract

Skin Conditioning

Centella Asiatica Extract

Cleansing

Beta-Glucan

Skin Conditioning

Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract

Antimicrobial

Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract

Antioxidant

Coffea Arabica Seed Extract

Masking

Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Malus Domestica Fruit Extract

Antioxidant

Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract

Tonic

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial

Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract

Skin Protecting

Cynanchum Atratum Extract

Skin Conditioning

Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant

Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate

Skin Conditioning

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate

Potassium Hyaluronate

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Humectant

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

Decyl Glucoside

Methylpropanediol

1,2-Hexanediol

Coco-Glucoside

Sodium Chloride

Tromethamine

Citric Acid

Panthenol

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Caprylhydroxamic Acid

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Allantoin

Skin Conditioning

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Disodium EDTA

Pentylene Glycol

Skin Conditioning

Propanediol

Solvent

Butylene Glycol

Humectant

1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Ectoin

Acacia Senegal Gum

Lactic Acid

Salicylic Acid

Gluconolactone

Glycolipids

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking

Tocopherol

Antioxidant

0-3 / 0-3 Vitamin E Icon

Ascorbic Acid

Antioxidant

Sodium Carbonate

Buffering

Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant

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Capryloyl Salicylic Acid

Exfoliating

Xanthophylls

Skin Conditioning

Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Acrylates Copolymer, Lauryl Glucoside, Propylene Glycol Laurate, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower, Lactobacillus/Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Ferment Filtrate, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Mentha Suaveolens Leaf Extract, Trifolium Pratense Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Beta-Glucan, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Malus Domestica Fruit Extract, Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Decyl Glucoside, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Chloride, Tromethamine, Citric Acid, Panthenol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Ectoin, Acacia Senegal Gum, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Gluconolactone, Glycolipids, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopherol, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Carbonate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Xanthophylls

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Butylene Glycol

Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.

Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.

Learn more about Butylene Glycol

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

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.

Glycerin

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.

Learn more about Glycerin

Water

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!

Learn more about Water