PYUNKANG YUL Calming Relief Gel Wash Off Pack
Works for
CleansingCarbomer, Xanthan gumCleanses gently
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This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationGluconolactone ~0.75–1.1%, below the ~1% it needsUnder-dosed
“Contains gentle and mild exfoliating ingredients like AHA, PHA, and Willow Bark Extract to help improve skin texture without causing irritation.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.9–6%
- 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycol1,2-hexanediol~2.3–2.8%
Houttuynia cordata extract~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Betaine~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.7–2%
- 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 triglycerideGlyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerHouttuynia cordata powder~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gluconolactone~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactonePolyglyceryl-10 myristate~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lonicera japonica flower extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera japonica flower extractSalix alba bark extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractButylene glycol~0.35–0.65%
- 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 glycolSolanum melongena fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractGardenia florida fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractCetyl ethylhexanoate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateCurcuma longa root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractCorallina officinalis extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateLactobacillus/bean seed extract/sodium glutamate ferment filtrate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexyl palmitate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCarbomer~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 CarbomerCentella asiatica extract~0.25–0.45%
- 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 extractHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One 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 acidHydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerArtemisia capillaris extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 hyaluronateAsiaticoside~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An 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 AsiaticosideAsiatic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An 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 acidMelaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractMadecassoside~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An 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 MadecassosideMadecassic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An 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 acidLavandula angustifolia oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractCaramel~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCoccinia indica fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractPvm/ma copolymer~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.1–0.2%
C12-14 alketh-12~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tromethamine~0.1–0.15%
Citric acid~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidXanthan gum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumMaltodextrin~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Houttuynia cordata extract, Betaine, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Houttuynia cordata powder, Gluconolactone, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Salix alba bark extract, Butylene glycol, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Lactobacillus/bean seed extract/sodium glutamate ferment filtrate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Carbomer, Centella asiatica extract, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Artemisia capillaris extract, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Madecassoside, Madecassic acid, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Caramel, Pentylene glycol, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Pvm/ma copolymer, Disodium edta, C12-14 alketh-12, Tromethamine, Citric acid, Xanthan gum, Maltodextrin, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
| PYUNKANG YULCalming Relief Gel Wash Off PackYOUR PRODUCT | LeadersCalming Biotics Gel Cleanser | the Torriden StoreBalanceful Cica Cleansing Gel | OngredientsSkin Barrier Moisture Deep Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 46% | 46% | 37% |
| Price | — | $22.00 | $4.04 | $10.14 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 18 | 8 of 18 | 5 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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