Kokuryudo Kokuryu Black Dragon Moisture Face Cream Gold Thread
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingPetrolatum, Stearyl glycyrrhetinate + 1 moreStrong evidence
“Kokuryu Black Dragon Moisture Face Cream Gold Thread”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: petrolatum, paraffin.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: petrolatum
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Stearyl glycyrrhetinateModerate evidence
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: stearyl glycyrrhetinate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Chlorhexidine, ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Potassium oxide~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearyl glycyrrhetinate~6.9–10.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fatty acid derived from licorice. Works as an emollient and can help calm down inflammation
More about Stearyl glycyrrhetinateTocopheryl acetate~4.8–7.2%
- 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 acetateChlorhexidine~2.1–3.2%
Petrolatum~3.1–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumParaffin~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinMicrocrystalline wax~1.6–2.5%
Lauroyl glutamic acid~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octyldodecyl pca~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium oxide~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sulfate~0.2–0.7%
Parfum~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Potassium oxide, Stearyl glycyrrhetinate, Tocopheryl acetate, Chlorhexidine, Petrolatum, Unknown, Paraffin, Microcrystalline wax, Lauroyl glutamic acid, Octyldodecyl pca, Potassium oxide, Potassium sulfate, 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.
| KokuryudoKokuryu Black Dragon Moisture Face Cream Gold ThreadYOUR PRODUCT | KaoCurel Intensive Moisture Care Moisture Lip Care Cream 4.2g | KoseCeramiaid Skin Cream | TatchaIndigo Soothing Hand Cream - Japanese Hand Cream | Tatcha | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 69% | 67% | 61% |
| Price | $21.20 | $11.24−$9.96 | $15.44−$5.76 | $42.00+$20.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Jojoba Oil | Mineral Oil | Colloidal Oatmeal |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Kokuryudo - Kokuryu Black Dragon Moisture Face Cream Gold Thread" works well for improving skin hydration
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 21.20$ in the United States.
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