Works for
MoisturizingCeramide 3, Ceramide 6 ii + 14 moreWorks well
“Oriental Plants Essence prime focus is to penetrate and deliver moisture into the stratum corneum/horny layer of the skin for a healthy skin barrier maintenance.”
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:
allantoin, dipotassium glycyrrhizate.
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: glycine soja sterols, pentylene glycol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 2, ceramide 3, ceramide 6 ii
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus unshiu peel extract, Rosa multiflora fruit extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Betula platyphylla japonica juice~25–31%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~13–16%
Butylene glycol~5.6–6.9%
- 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 glycolPentylene glycol~4.1–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolGlycerin~3.1–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinMethyl gluceth-20~2.2–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCarbomer~1.5–1.9%
- 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 CarbomerHydroxyethylcellulose~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseSodium hydroxide~1.2–1.5%
Allantoin~1–1.2%
- 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 AllantoinPhytic acid~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidGlycosyl trehalose~1–1.2%
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateHydrogenated starch hydrolysate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractBifida ferment lysate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateLactobacillus/bean seed extract/sodium glutamate ferment filtrate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps 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 lecithinGlycine soja sterols~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Glycine soja sterolsPaeonia albiflora root extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide 3~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 3Ceramide 2~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 2Citrus unshiu peel extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Prunus yedoensis leaf extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide 6 ii~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 6 iiZizyphus jujuba fruit extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Angelica acutiloba root extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saxifraga sarmentosa extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactobacillus/soybean extract ferment filtrate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sophora angustifolia root extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Artemisia capillaris flower extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lilium candidum bulb extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrangea macrophylla leaf extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rubus suavissimus leaf extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharomyces/caragana sinica root ferment extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed soybean extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nephelium longana seed extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Paeonia suffruticosa root extract~0.55–0.8%
Rosa multiflora fruit extract~0.55–0.8%
Rehmannia chinensis root extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractEriobotrya japonica leaf extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant extract that might be somewhat helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Eriobotrya japonica leaf extractRhodomyrtus tomentosa fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aspergillus/lactobacillus/camellia sinensis leaf ferment extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hibiscus esculentus fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals. It can be irritating
More about Hibiscus esculentus fruit extractSaccharum officinarum extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractTremella fuciformis polysaccharide~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Luffa cylindrica fruit/leaf/stem extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ganoderma lucidum stem extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Natto gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Morus alba root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pueraria mirifica root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gardenia florida fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractIngredient list view
Betula platyphylla japonica juice, Water, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Glycerin, Methyl gluceth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium hydroxide, Allantoin, Phytic acid, Glycosyl trehalose, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Bifida ferment lysate, Lactobacillus/bean seed extract/sodium glutamate ferment filtrate, Hydrolyzed coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed, Hydrogenated lecithin, Glycine soja sterols, Paeonia albiflora root extract, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 2, Citrus unshiu peel extract, Prunus yedoensis leaf extract, Ceramide 6 ii, Zizyphus jujuba fruit extract, Angelica acutiloba root extract, Saxifraga sarmentosa extract, Lactobacillus/soybean extract ferment filtrate, Sophora angustifolia root extract, Artemisia capillaris flower extract, Lilium candidum bulb extract, Hydrangea macrophylla leaf extract, Rubus suavissimus leaf extract, Saccharomyces/caragana sinica root ferment extract, Hydrolyzed soybean extract, Nephelium longana seed extract, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Rosa multiflora fruit extract, Rehmannia chinensis root extract, Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Eriobotrya japonica leaf extract, Rhodomyrtus tomentosa fruit extract, Aspergillus/lactobacillus/camellia sinensis leaf ferment extract, Hibiscus esculentus fruit extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Tremella fuciformis polysaccharide, Luffa cylindrica fruit/leaf/stem extract, Ganoderma lucidum stem extract, Natto gum, Morus alba root extract, Pueraria mirifica root extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract
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| Koh Gen DoOriental Plants EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | RNWDER. SPECIAL Ceramide Mist | Meishoku Brilliant ColorsCeracolla Super Moisture Lotion | CELLREVAPremium Essence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 52% | 52% |
| Price | $145.00 | $15.52−$129.48 | $16.30−$128.70 | $115.50−$29.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Phytosphingosine | Alpha-Arbutin |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Koh Gen Do - Oriental Plants Essence" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Ceramides (ceramide 6 ii 0.60% - 0.90%, ceramide 3 0.60% - 0.90% and ceramide 2 0.60% - 0.90%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate in this product (0.75% - 1.10%) can also further help improve the skin barrier. It might be able to calm down inflammation and reduce sensitivity. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate is an active compound from the licorice root.
- In addition, this product contains Allantoin (1.00% - 1.20%). Allantoin is helpful in wound-healing and can help restore the skin barrier faster. It might also be able to improve scars, but the evidence is not very strong for this.
- Humectants (glycerin 3.10% - 3.70% and allantoin 1.00% - 1.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Koh Gen Do" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Cosmetic and dermatologic use of alpha hydroxy acidsonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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