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Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel Versus Mamonde Aqua Peel Peeling Gel

Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel Versus Mamonde Aqua Peel Peeling Gel Detailed comparison of Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel versus Mamonde Aqua Peel Peeling Gel. This exfoliator is formulated around Cellulose to control oil. This smoo

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Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel Versus Mamonde Aqua Peel Peeling Gel Detailed comparison of Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel versus Mamonde Aqua Peel Peeling Gel. This exfoliator is formulated around Cellulose to control oil. This smoothing exfoliator is formulated around Cellulose and Glycolic Acid to refine skin texture and brighten dull-looking skin. No concerns Water Prunus Mume Flower Water Cellulose Methylpropanediol 1,2-Hexanediol Carbomer Arginine Ethylhexylglycerin Allantoin Sorbitol Disodium EDTA Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Houttuynia Cordata Extract Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract Oryza Sativa Extract Prunus Mume Fruit Extract Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract Butylene Glycol Water, Prunus Mume Flower Water, Cellulose, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Carbomer, Arginine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Sorbitol, Disodium EDTA, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol Dipropylene Glycol Alcohol Glycerin Betaine Microcrystalline Cellulose PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24 Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer Parfum Potassium Hydroxide Trehalose Glycolic Acid Sucrose Dextrin Theobroma Cacao Extract Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate Filtrate Prunus Mume Flower Extract Propanediol Rosa Canina Fruit Extract Tocopherol Phenoxyethanol Indole Acetic Acid Water, Cellulose, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Alcohol, Glycerin, Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Parfum, Potassium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Trehalose, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Glycolic Acid, Sucrose, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate Filtrate, Prunus Mume Flower Extract, Propanediol, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Indole Acetic Acid Be the first to review These ingredients are found in both products. Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount. 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 (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. Cellulose is the main component of plant cell walls. It is used as an emulsifier, absorbent, and texture enhancer. This ingredient has many functions: Fun fact: Cellulose is the most abundant form of organic polymer on Earth. Disodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air. This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with: On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it. One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin). Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption. You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%. Ethylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that: The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure. Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations. Prunus Mume extract comes from the Asian plum. This plum is AKA 'plum blossom'. Plum blossom has hydrating and antibacterial properties. Plum Blossoms are rich in nutrients, including Vitamin A, Vitamin B, and Vitamin C. A study from 2021 found this ingredient to inhibit melanin production. An animal study found plum blossom to help increase collagen production. 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 wate