Wellderma Retinol Peptide Lifting Restore Essence Toner Versus Missha Chogongjin Youngan Jin Essence
Updated on December 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, peptides, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Wellderma Retinol Peptide Lifting Restore Essence Toner 99 ingredients
Missha Chogongjin Youngan Jin Essence 52 ingredients
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Wellderma Retinol Peptide Lifting Restore Essence Toner 99 ingredients
Missha Chogongjin Youngan Jin Essence 52 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract
MaskingPropanediol
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialCamellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientCalendula Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Geranium Maculatum Extract
TonicLavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Thymus Vulgaris Extract
Perfuming
Origanum Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningMilk Protein Extract
Saccharomyces/Rice Bran Ferment
Humectant
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentBrassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract
HumectantSolanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Skin Protecting
Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract
AstringentBrassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAsparagus Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCapsicum Annuum Fruit Extract
Antimicrobial
Salicornia Herbacea Extract
Skin ConditioningPhragmites Communis Extract
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Borago Officinalis Extract
Emollient
Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningFicus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Morus Alba Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientHydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Cyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningPyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Atelocollagen
Skin Conditioning
Desamido Collagen
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Collagen
Moisturising
Collagen Amino Acids
Moisturising
Procollagen
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Caffeoyl Tripeptide-1
Antioxidant
Sh-Octapeptide-4
Antioxidant
Sh-Pentapeptide-19
Skin Conditioning
Nicotinoyl Tripeptide-1
Antioxidant
Sh-Decapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Caffeoyl Sh-Octapeptide-4
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glutamic Acid
Humectant
Glycine
Buffering
Serine
Masking
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Leucine
Skin ConditioningAlanine
MaskingLysine
Skin ConditioningTyrosine
MaskingPhenylalanine
Masking
Valine
MaskingThreonine
Proline
Skin ConditioningIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningHistidine
Humectant
Methionine
Skin ConditioningCysteine
Antioxidant
Pantolactone
Humectant
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Benzyl Glycol
SolventRaspberry Ketone
Masking
Arginine
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Geranium Maculatum Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Origanum Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Milk Protein Extract, Saccharomyces/Rice Bran Ferment, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract, Brassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract, Asparagus Officinalis Extract, Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Phragmites Communis Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract, Borago Officinalis Extract, Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ascorbic Acid, Cyanocobalamin, Pyridoxine Hcl, Tocopherol, Retinol, Panthenol, Atelocollagen, Desamido Collagen, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Soluble Collagen, Collagen, Collagen Amino Acids, Procollagen, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Caffeoyl Tripeptide-1, Sh-Octapeptide-4, Sh-Pentapeptide-19, Nicotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Sh-Decapeptide-9, Caffeoyl Sh-Octapeptide-4, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Serine, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Alanine, Lysine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Valine, Threonine, Proline, Isoleucine, Histidine, Methionine, Cysteine, Pantolactone, Methyl Gluceth-20, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Benzyl Glycol, Raspberry Ketone, Arginine, Carbomer, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Adenosine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Polysorbate 20, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin
Phellinus Linteus Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
PEG-8
HumectantWater
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Methylpropanediol
SolventPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Angelica Gigas Extract
Skin ConditioningCornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningThymus Vulgaris Extract
Perfuming
Velvet Extract
HumectantHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
AntimicrobialHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Glucose
Humectant
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Polyacrylate
Fructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Fructose
Humectant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Octyldodeceth-16
EmulsifyingSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Dextrin
AbsorbentSodium Phytate
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Cleansing3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
CI 77480
Cosmetic ColorantPhellinus Linteus Extract, Glycerin, PEG-8, Water, Butylene Glycol, Polyglycerin-3, Alcohol Denat., Methyl Gluceth-20, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Methylpropanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Angelica Gigas Extract, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Velvet Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Glucose, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Octyldodeceth-16, Sodium Polyacrylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Dextrin, Sodium Phytate, Beta-Glucan, Tocopherol, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Carbomer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Parfum, Benzyl Salicylate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool, CI 77480
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycolNiacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about NiacinamideThymus Vulgaris Extract is a fragrance.
We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Elastin yet.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolAcetyl Hexapeptide-8 is a peptide. A common name for this peptide is Argireline.
Argireline has a similar function to botox; it prevents muscle movement and contractions slightly. By preventing muscles from moving, argireline also prohibits the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. However, research is lacking in proving this ingredient to be as effective as botox.
On the other hand, argireline tells our body to create more collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Acetyl Hexapeptide-8Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidMethyl Gluceth-20 is a humectant. Humectants help draw moisture from the air to your skin.
It is created by combining polyethylene glycol with glucose.
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 GlycerinCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about Adenosine1,2-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
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.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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