“Star ingredients include brightening saccharomyces ferment filtrate and licorice water and root extracts, moisture-locking bamboo water and soothing centella asiatica leaf water.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, hyaluronic acid.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: limnanthes alba seed oil, cetearyl alcohol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, madecassoside, panthenol
“Formulated with licorice root extract and royal jelly extract, the multifunctional mist offers rich nourishment and anti-aging benefits.”
This product contains asiaticoside, centella asiatica leaf extract, madecassoside. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
“Star ingredients include brightening saccharomyces ferment filtrate and licorice water and root extracts, moisture-locking bamboo water and soothing centella asiatica leaf water.”
This product contains ingredients (glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, madecassoside, vigna radiata seed extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
This product contains antioxidants (asiaticoside, madecassoside) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
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This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilA product of yeast fermentation. Can contain humectants that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help neutralize free oxidants
More about Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolA fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractBean extract that in theory might help to reduce hyperpigmentation, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are missing
More about Vigna radiata seed extractUsed to enhance the delivery of other ingredients
More about PhosphatidylcholineHelps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidAn antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractAn active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about AsiaticosideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidHelps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumWater, Methylpropanediol, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate, Glycerin, Triethylhexanoin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Octyldodeceth-16, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Butylene glycol, Panthenol, 1,2-hexanediol, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Sodium phytate, Dipropylene glycol, Lactobacillus ferment, Portulaca oleracea extract, Coptis japonica extract, Vigna radiata seed extract, Phosphatidylcholine, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root water, Hyaluronic acid, Madecassoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Asiaticoside, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Hydrogenated lecithin, Sodium hyaluronate, Ceramide np, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl caprylate, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Glycyrrhizic acid, Parfum
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| ACWELLLicorice pH Balancing Essence MistYOUR PRODUCT | TOSOWOONGCeramide Toner | mixsoonMaster Soft Toner | PYUNKANG YULBlack Tea Deep Infusion Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 53% | 52% |
| Price | $21.60 | $20.90−$0.70 | $15.93−$5.67 | $21.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 13 | 6 of 13 | 8 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Centella Asiatica Extract | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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"ACWELL - Licorice pH Balancing Essence Mist" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
The product retails for 25.40A$ in Australia and from 16.80$ up to 24.00$ in the United States.
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