HANYUL Korean Artemisia Soothing Gel Cream Lightweight Moisturizer with Centella Asiatica and Niacinamide
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin toneNiacinamideStrong evidence
“What Else You Need to Know: This gel-cream has a mild formula that delivers cooling, long-lasting hydration to stressed skin while helping reduce the look of dark spots.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
MoisturizingPanthenol, Niacinamide + 19 moreStrong evidence
“Korean Artemisia Soothing Gel Cream Lightweight Moisturizer with Centella Asiatica and Niacinamide”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, lactobacillus ferment.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, panthenol
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, TocopherolStrong evidence
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · NiacinamideStrong evidence
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~5.4–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used 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 glycolDicaprylyl ether~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherArtemisia argyi leaf water~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methyl trimethicone~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
More about Methyl trimethiconeNiacinamide~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideBis-hydroxyethoxypropyl dimethicone~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~1.1–1.3%
C14-22 alcohols~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsCetyl ethylhexanoate~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoatePanthenol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolGlyceryl stearate citrate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateHydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin)~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin)Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerStearic acid~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerGlyceryl polymethacrylate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Glyceryl polymethacrylateGlyceryl stearate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePolymethylsilsesquioxane~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxanePalmitic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidArachidyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Arachidyl alcoholC12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideParfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlyceryl caprylate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateBehenyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcohol2,3-butanediol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arachidyl glucoside~0.25–0.45%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearatePropanediol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolLecithin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinLactobacillus ferment~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 fermentGlucose~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseTocopherol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolInulin lauryl carbamate~0.1–0.15%
Artemisia argyi leaf extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica flower/leaf/stem extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica flower/leaf/stem extractIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Dicaprylyl ether, Artemisia argyi leaf water, Methyl trimethicone, Niacinamide, Bis-hydroxyethoxypropyl dimethicone, 1,2-hexanediol, C14-22 alcohols, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Panthenol, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin), Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Stearic acid, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Glyceryl polymethacrylate, Glyceryl stearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Palmitic acid, Arachidyl alcohol, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Parfum, Glyceryl caprylate, Behenyl alcohol, 2,3-butanediol, Arachidyl glucoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Sorbitan isostearate, Propanediol, Lecithin, Lactobacillus ferment, Glucose, Tocopherol, Inulin lauryl carbamate, Artemisia argyi leaf extract, Centella asiatica flower/leaf/stem extract
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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.
| HANYULKorean Artemisia Soothing Gel Cream Lightweight Moisturizer with Centella Asiatica and NiacinamideYOUR PRODUCT | Dr.GR.E.D Blemish Clear Moisture Cream 70ml | e.l.f. CosmeticsFragrance Free Holy Hydration! Face Cream | innisfreeRetinol Cica Barrier Defense Cream | |
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| Match | — | 94% | 94% | 93% |
| Price | $35.01 | $24.54−$10.47 | $12.10−$22.91 | $4.88−$30.13 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 5 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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