Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Glycerin + 14 moreWorks well
“Replaces oil • serum • moisturiser Streamline your routine with this rich-yet-airy Korean moisturiser that does it all.”
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:
arginine, glycerin.
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: arginine, beeswax.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin toneNiacinamideWorks well
“Beta-Glucan Cushions & supports the skin barrier Squalane Weightless nourishment; improves suppleness Niacinamide (MFDS functional level) Refines pores, brightens & evens tone Panthenol Soothes & strengthens skin’s barrier Sodium Hyaluronate Locks in hydration for a plump feel Adenosine (MFDS functional level) Supports elasticity & smooths fine lines Infused with nourishing oils and advanced actives like grape seed, borage seed and pearl extracts , Bubble Tea Steam Cream replaces three steps in one.”
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.
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Adenosine + 1 moreWorks well
“Beta-Glucan Cushions & supports the skin barrier Squalane Weightless nourishment; improves suppleness Niacinamide (MFDS functional level) Refines pores, brightens & evens tone Panthenol Soothes & strengthens skin’s barrier Sodium Hyaluronate Locks in hydration for a plump feel Adenosine (MFDS functional level) Supports elasticity & smooths fine lines Infused with nourishing oils and advanced actives like grape seed, borage seed and pearl extracts , Bubble Tea Steam Cream replaces three steps in one.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, 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-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, Beta-glucan + 1 moreWorks well
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.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Camellia japonica flower extract, Vitis vinifera seed oil + 6 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (camellia japonica flower extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Salvia sclarea extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6.3–7.7%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~4.3–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 triglycerideVitis vinifera seed oil~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilBeta-glucan~1.8–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanNiacinamide~1.6–1.9%
- 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 NiacinamideCetearyl olivate~1.3–1.6%
Sorbitan olivate~1.1–1.3%
C14-22 alcohols~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsC12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideBeeswax~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Beeswax1,2-hexanediol~0.35–0.65%
Lavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractSalvia sclarea extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Salvia sclarea extractHyacinthus orientalis extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractBorago officinalis extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centaurea cyanus flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have antibacterial effect and help neutralize free radicals
More about Centaurea cyanus flower extractAcer mono sap~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCamellia japonica flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Camellia japonica flower extractPearl extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Borago officinalis seed oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilSqualane~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneCetearyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholDimethicone~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconePolysorbate 60~0.2–0.4%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePolyacrylate-13~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Polyisobutene~0.25–0.45%
Polysorbate 20~0.25–0.45%
Sorbitan stearate~0.25–0.45%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePanthenol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolArginine~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineAllantoin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinCarbomer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerScutellaria baicalensis root powder~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caramel~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Adenosine~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineParfum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.2%
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Beta-glucan, Niacinamide, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, C14-22 alcohols, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Beeswax, 1,2-hexanediol, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Salvia sclarea extract, Hyacinthus orientalis extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Borago officinalis extract, Centaurea cyanus flower extract, Acer mono sap, Propanediol, Camellia japonica flower extract, Pearl extract, Borago officinalis seed oil, Squalane, Cetearyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Polysorbate 60, Tocopheryl acetate, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan stearate, Sodium hyaluronate, Panthenol, Arginine, Allantoin, Carbomer, Scutellaria baicalensis root powder, Caramel, Adenosine, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylhydroxamic acid
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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.
| Jelly KoBubble Tea Steam CreamYOUR PRODUCT | hwarang'Bellflower Moisturizing Barrier Cream | BonjourGreen Tea Water Bomb Cream | MedicubeHyaluronic Moisturizing Capsule Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 94% | 94% | 94% |
| Price | $35.99 | $17.01−$18.98 | $15.50−$20.49 | $25.25−$10.74 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 15 | 9 of 15 | 9 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Sh-Octapeptide-4 | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Jelly Ko - Bubble Tea Steam Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Arginine, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (borago officinalis seed oil, vitis vinifera seed oil, arginine, beeswax and caprylic/capric triglyceride) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- Adenosine 0.15% - 0.30%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 27 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2β-Glucans: Multi-Functional Modulator of Wound Healingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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