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Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water Versus ma:nyo Galac Niacin 2.0 Essence

Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water Versus ma:nyo Galac Niacin 2.0 Essence Detailed comparison of Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water versus ma:nyo Galac Niacin 2.0 Essence. This calming essence is formulated around Panax Ginseng Root Water and Niacinami

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Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water Versus ma:nyo Galac Niacin 2.0 Essence Detailed comparison of Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water versus ma:nyo Galac Niacin 2.0 Essence. This calming essence is formulated around Panax Ginseng Root Water and Niacinamide to calm redness and hydrate skin. This brightening essence is formulated around Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate and Niacinamide to brighten dull-looking skin and fade the look of dark spots. No concerns Panax Ginseng Root Water Butylene Glycol Glycerin Propanediol Niacinamide 1,2-Hexanediol Water Hydroxyacetophenone Glyceryl Glucoside Xanthan Gum Panthenol Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate Allantoin Adenosine Panax Ginseng Callus Culture Extract Theobroma Cacao Extract Dextrin Glucose Panax Ginseng Root Extract Panax Ginseng Berry Extract Lactobacillus/Panax Ginseng Root Extract Ferment Filtrate Sodium Hyaluronate Ethylhexylglycerin Disodium EDTA Panax Ginseng Root Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Water, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glyceryl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Panthenol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Adenosine, Panax Ginseng Callus Culture Extract, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Dextrin, Glucose, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Panax Ginseng Berry Extract, Lactobacillus/Panax Ginseng Root Extract Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate 93.69% Niacinamide 4% Hamamelis Virginiana Water Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract Algin Glutathione Pentylene Glycol Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate 93.69%, Niacinamide 4%, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract, Algin, Glutathione, Pentylene Glycol, Water 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. 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. Niacinamide 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 f