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The Face Shop Smart Peeling White Jewel Versus Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel

The Face Shop Smart Peeling White Jewel Versus Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel Detailed comparison of The Face Shop Smart Peeling White Jewel versus Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel. This exfoliator is formulated around Panthenol to hy

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The Face Shop Smart Peeling White Jewel Versus Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel Detailed comparison of The Face Shop Smart Peeling White Jewel versus Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel. This exfoliator is formulated around Panthenol to hydrate and support the skin barrier. This exfoliator is formulated around Cellulose to control oil. No concerns Water Cellulose Glycerin Butylene Glycol Alcohol Denat. Betaine Panthenol Carbomer Potassium Hydroxide Amethyst Powder Pearl Powder Tourmaline Methylparaben Propylparaben Synthetic Fluorphlogopite Titanium Dioxide CI 77891 Parfum Water, Cellulose, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat., Betaine, Panthenol, Carbomer, Potassium Hydroxide, Amethyst Powder, Pearl Powder, Tourmaline, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77891, Parfum Prunus Mume Flower Water Methylpropanediol 1,2-Hexanediol 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 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 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. Carbomer is a synthetic thickening and gelling agent. It's basically the ingredient that gives a lot of serums, gels, creams, and sunscreens their smooth, non-sticky texture. Although legally permitted at very high levels, carbomers are normally used at concentrations below 1%. It also needs to be neutralized to actually thicken, and because it is a large molecule, it doesn't really penetrate the skin barrier. Allergy-wise, the risk is very low. Clinical studies show carbomers have low potential for skin irritation/sensitization even at concentrations up to 100%. A 2024 UK study patch-tested 1,302 patients and found true allergy to the parent group of carbomer to be rare with no confirmed relevant reactions. 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. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!