
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
“Further enriched with peptides, adenosine, and plant-based extracts Helps brighten the dull complexion while diminishing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8, asiaticoside, madecassoside.
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.
“Black Tea Enriched Cream”
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:
fructose, 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: cholesterol, brassica campestris sterols.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns, madecassoside, niacinamide
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).
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: madecassoside, paeonia lactiflora root extract.
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.
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.
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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 GlycerinUsed 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 glycolUsed to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin)Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholIs 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 NiacinamideHelps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHelp improve the product's texture
More about Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethiconeA type of silicone that helps to create nice product texture and is used as an anti-foaming agent
More about SimethiconeUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractA 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 triglycerideAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideMight 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 AdenosineHelps 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 lecithinPure 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 TocopherolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extractUsed to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractPlant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Paeonia lactiflora root extractA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractA 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 extractA plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect
More about Phellodendron amurense bark extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractAn emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolHelp soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica campestris sterolsA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseA 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 extractOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateA product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharomyces ferment filtrateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 oleateHelps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateA 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 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-glucanOne 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 acidAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerAn 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 MadecassosideAn active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and asiatic acid), madecassic acid 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 Madecassic acidA type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateAn 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 AsiaticosideAn active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and madecassic acid) asiatic acid 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 Asiatic acidA 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 nsA 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 eopWater, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin), Hydrogenated olive oil lauryl esters, Diisostearyl malate, Behenyl alcohol, Niacinamide, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Simethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 distearate, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Glyceryl stearate, Polyisobutene, Caprylyl glycol, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Pentylene glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Dipropylene glycol, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate, Sorbitan oleate, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Adenosine, Disodium edta, Hydrogenated lecithin, Tocopherol, Methylpropanediol, Panthenol, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extract, Maltodextrin, Caramel, 1,2-hexanediol, Biota orientalis leaf extract, Cnidium officinale rhizome extract, Eclipta prostrata extract, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Paeonia lactiflora root extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Poria cocos extract, Polygonum multiflorum root extract, Phytosteryl/behenyl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Scrophularia buergeriana extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Phellodendron amurense bark extract, Piper methysticum root extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Cholesterol, Coptis japonica extract, Brassica campestris sterols, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Fructose, Glucose, Centella asiatica extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Saccharomyces ferment filtrate, Polyglyceryl-10 oleate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Ceramide np, Beta-glucan, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Madecassoside, Madecassic acid, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Ceramide ns, Ceramide eop
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| Price | $17.85 | $43.56+$25.71 | — | $60.00+$42.15 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 18 of 25 | 17 of 25 | 16 of 25 |
| Key difference | — | Dipeptide-2 | Oligopeptide-1 | Copper Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Judging from the ingredient list, "PYUNKANG YUL - Black Tea Enriched Cream" works well for improving skin hydration The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Acetyl hexapeptide-8, fructose, glycerin, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid and saccharomyces ferment filtrate in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns, cholesterol and brassica campestris sterols in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 40.00A$ in Australia, for 29.50£ in the United Kingdom and for 17.85$ in the United States.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 58 studies and safety reviews.
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