
“Mini Anti-Aging Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol, acetyl glucosamine.
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.
“Mini Anti-Aging Concentrated Ginseng Renewing 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:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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: copernicia cerifera wax, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl glucosamine, phytosphingosine
“As part of a daily ritual, skin feels bouncier, plumper, and more even.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
In addition, this product contains acetyl glucosamine. This ingredient (ingredients) might help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the effect, if any, is likely to be small.
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: glycyrrhiza uralensis 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: retinol. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: retinol.
This product contains antioxidants (retinol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - tocopheryl linoleate also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
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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 GlycerinAn 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 SqualaneUsed 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 glycolA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseThis oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Octyldodecyl myristateA silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersHelps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Mangifera indica seed butterUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearateA type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconeA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHelps oil and water mix together
More about Glyceryl linoleateA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHelps to hydrate the skin by improving its barrier funciton
More about PantethineAn oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable oilA 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 DimethiconeAn emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Glycine soja sterolsA good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolPure 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 TocopherolAn effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin
More about Acetyl glucosamineA type of sugar that is used to support delivery of active ingredients and can enhance their penetration into the skin without disrupting the skin's barrier
More about CyclodextrinUsed for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractAn emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Hexyl laurateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxBrazilian palm wax. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Copernicia cerifera ceraHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxA relative of vitamin E (Tocopherol). It can have an anti-oxidant effect in skin and/or to stabilize the product fromulation. It could be irritating but most of the reported allergy and irritation cases appeared in one geographic location (Switzerland) in 1992, and might be due to the quality issues in manufacturing of a particular batch of the ingredient
More about Tocopheryl linoleateCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholA silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl linolenateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHelps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl arachidonateHelps oil and water mix together. It might be irritating for some people
More about Lauryl peg/ppg-18/18 methiconeHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateHelps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
More about HoneyHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelHelps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
More about HoneyHelps 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-glucanA sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Contains a number of volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Perilla ocymoides seed extractTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateLicorice root extract. Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation
More about Glycyrrhiza uralensis root extractA type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Isostearyl alcoholBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrateHelps 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 lecithinPlant extract that might help calm down inflammation in skin and neutralize free radicals, but effectiveness of topical application is not confirmed. Can be an allergen
More about Hydrolyzed ginseng saponinsA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneA fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help stabilize the product formulation
More about Sodium polyaspartateUsed to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateWater, Glycerin, Squalane, Butylene glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Trehalose, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Glyceryl stearate, Phytosteryl isostearyl dimer dilinoleate, Octyldodecyl myristate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Peg-40 stearate, Stearic acid, Phytosteryl/behenyl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Jojoba esters, Peg-100 stearate, Propanediol, Mangifera indica seed butter, Polyacrylate-13, Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl linoleate, Cetearyl alcohol, Pantethine, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Dimethicone, Glycine soja sterols, Glycine soja oil, Propylene glycol, Tocopherol, Acetyl glucosamine, Cyclodextrin, Polyisobutene, Salicylic acid, Panax ginseng root extract, Polyquaternium-51, Hexyl laurate, Caffeic acid, Copernicia cerifera wax, Copernicia cerifera cera, Copernicia cerifera wax, Tocopheryl linoleate, Alcohol, Dimethiconol, Glyceryl linolenate, Persea gratissima oil, Polysorbate 20, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Glyceryl arachidonate, Lauryl peg/ppg-18/18 methicone, Vitis vinifera leaf extract, Sorbitan isostearate, Honey, Mel, Honey, Beta-glucan, Dextrin, Disodium edta, Perilla ocymoides seed extract, Retinol, Lilium candidum bulb extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Rosa damascena flower, Unknown, Polygonatum officinale rhizome/root extract, Rehmannia glutinosa root extract, Unknown, Glycyrrhiza uralensis root extract, Phytosphingosine, Methoxy peg-114/polyepsilon caprolactone, 1,2-hexanediol, Isostearyl alcohol, Dodecene, Ascorbyl palmitate, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Hydrolyzed ginseng saponins, Ci 15850, Unknown, Saponins, Panax ginseng flower extract, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Limonene, Linalool, Bht, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Bha, Sodium polyaspartate, Tbhq, Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate
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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.
| SulwhasooMini Anti-Aging Concentrated Ginseng Renewing CreamYOUR PRODUCT | innisfreeGentle Retinol Salicylic Acne Serum | Skincare by Dr VHPC CLEAR Cream | BiRetixDuo Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 78% | 74% | 72% |
| Price | — | $34.00 | $145.81 | $18.54 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 23 | 5 of 23 | 7 of 23 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Mineral Oil | Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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"Sulwhasoo - Mini Anti-Aging Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream" has a good moisturizing formula. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Acetyl glucosamine, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, trehalose and honey 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). Phytosphingosine, glycine soja oil, glycine soja sterols, jojoba esters and limnanthes alba seed oil 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 a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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.
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 57 studies and safety reviews.
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