The History of Whoo Cheongidan Radiant Cleansing Foam

The History of Whoo Cheongidan Radiant Cleansing Foam

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

Works for

Cleansing
Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Lauryl hydroxysultaine + 7 more
Cleanses gently
What the product description says
“Cheongidan Radiant Cleansing Foam”
From product name

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamide methyl mea, cocamidopropyl betaine, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, hexylene glycol, lauryl hydroxysultaine, peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, potassium cocoate, potassium cocoyl glycinate) 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.

Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine

Potassium cocoyl glycinateEffect: High~4.1–5.1%
Lauryl hydroxysultaineEffect: High~2.9–3.6%
Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateEffect: HighHelps water and oil mix together~2.8–3.4%
Disodium cocoamphodiacetateEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent~2–2.4%
Cocamidopropyl betaineEffect: HighHelps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen~1.9–2.4%
Potassium cocoateEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent~1.1–1.4%
Cocamide methyl meaEffect: High~0.5–0.75%
Hexylene glycolEffect: HighHelps create a more spreadable product texture~0.4–0.65%
Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearateEffect: HighUsed to create a thicker product consistency~0.4–0.6%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
9 strong irritants: Thymus vulgaris leaf extract, Gardenia florida flower extract + 7 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 28 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Cocamidopropyl betaineHelps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergenHigh~1.9–2.4%est.
Thymus vulgaris leaf extractPlant extract that has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.45%est.
Panax ginseng root extractA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
Gardenia florida flower extractFragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.4%est.
Paeonia suffruticosa root extract—High~0.25–0.45%est.
Chrysanthellum indicum extractUsed as a fragranceHigh~0.25–0.45%est.
Lonicera japonica flower extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.45%est.
Ci 15985A colorantHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Ci 19140A yellow dyeHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.15–0.25%est.
Benzyl benzoateFragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.25%est.
HydroxycitronellalA fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.25%est.
GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.2%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.05–0.15%est.
Hexyl cinnamalA fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritantHigh~0.05–0.15%est.
Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~2.8–3.4%est.
Disodium cocoamphodiacetateHelps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agentMedium~2–2.4%est.
Cetyl ethylhexanoateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product textureMedium~1.6–1.9%est.
Potassium cocoateHelps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agentMedium~1.1–1.4%est.
1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.7–1%est.
Acrylates copolymerUsed to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistencyMedium~0.7–1.05%est.
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~0.65–0.95%est.
Hexylene glycolHelps create a more spreadable product textureMedium~0.4–0.65%est.
Potassium hydroxideUsed to adjust the pH level of productsMedium~0.3–0.6%est.
Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearateUsed to create a thicker product consistencyMedium~0.4–0.6%est.
TriethylhexanoinHelps soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.2–0.4%est.
GoldA colorant. Does not have any proven benefits in skinMedium~0.25–0.45%est.
Ophiopogon japonicus root extractPlant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function, but research on its effectiveness in skin is lackingMedium~0.25–0.45%est.
Comedogenic
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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~4.4–5.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Potassium cocoyl glycinate~4.1–5.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~2.8–3.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Lauryl hydroxysultaine~2.9–3.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Disodium cocoamphodiacetate~2–2.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent

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Cetyl ethylhexanoate~1.6–1.9%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture

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Cocamidopropyl betaine~1.9–2.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen

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Potassium cocoate~1.1–1.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent

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1,2-hexanediol~0.7–1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Acrylates copolymer~0.7–1.05%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.65–0.95%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Cocamide methyl mea~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Panthenol~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Sodium chloride~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures

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Hexylene glycol~0.4–0.65%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps create a more spreadable product texture

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Butylene glycol~0.4–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Trisodium edta~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps preserve product formulations

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Potassium hydroxide~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to adjust the pH level of products

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Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate~0.4–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Methyl hydrogenated rosinate~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Caprylyl trimethicone~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Dimethicone~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingMattifying

A 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

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Triethylhexanoin~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Squalane~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

An 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.

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Cnidium monnieri fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Evodia rutaecarpa fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Lysimachia foenum-graecum extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Thymus vulgaris leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

Plant extract that has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Gold~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A colorant. Does not have any proven benefits in skin

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Ci 77480~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Ci 77480
Diethoxyethyl succinate~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps dissolve other ingredients in the formulation

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Cyclopentasiloxane~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingMattifying

A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

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Panax ginseng root extract~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating

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Gardenia florida flower extract~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Fragrance. Can be irritating

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Paeonia suffruticosa root extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation
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Atractylodes japonica rhizome extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Ophiopogon japonicus root extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function, but research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking

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Polygonatum officinale rhizome/root extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Angelica gigas extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Angelica tenuissima root extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Chrysanthellum indicum extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance

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Cnidium officinale root extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Cuscuta australis seed extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Cyperus rotundus root extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Dioscorea japonica root extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Forsythia suspensa fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Glycine max seed extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Ledebouriella divaricata root extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Lonicera japonica flower extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating

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Lycium chinense fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Magnolia officinalis bark extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Oyster shell extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Poria cocos sclerotium extract~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Reduces irritationMoisturizing

A mushroom extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be able to help reduce irritation and support restoration of skin barrier

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Prunus armeniaca kernel extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Rehmannia chinensis root extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Sesamum indicum seed extract~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Plant oil that due to its high content of linoleic acid can help support skin's barrier function improving its hydration

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Trichosanthes kirilowii root extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Velvet extract~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Velvet extract
Viscum album extract~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Ci 15985~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A colorant

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Ci 19140~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A yellow dye

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Parfum~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Benzyl benzoate~0.1–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating

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Hydroxycitronellal~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating

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Geraniol~0.1–0.2%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Limonene~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Hexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritant

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Lauryl hydroxysultaine, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Potassium cocoate, 1,2-hexanediol, Acrylates copolymer, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cocamide methyl mea, Panthenol, Sodium chloride, Hexylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Trisodium edta, Potassium hydroxide, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Methyl hydrogenated rosinate, Caprylyl trimethicone, Dimethicone, Triethylhexanoin, Squalane, Cnidium monnieri fruit extract, Evodia rutaecarpa fruit extract, Lysimachia foenum-graecum extract, Thymus vulgaris leaf extract, Gold, Ci 77480, Diethoxyethyl succinate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Panax ginseng root extract, Gardenia florida flower extract, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Atractylodes japonica rhizome extract, Ophiopogon japonicus root extract, Polygonatum officinale rhizome/root extract, Angelica gigas extract, Angelica tenuissima root extract, Chrysanthellum indicum extract, Cnidium officinale root extract, Cuscuta australis seed extract, Cyperus rotundus root extract, Dioscorea japonica root extract, Forsythia suspensa fruit extract, Glycine max seed extract, Ledebouriella divaricata root extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Lycium chinense fruit extract, Magnolia officinalis bark extract, Oyster shell extract, Poria cocos sclerotium extract, Prunus armeniaca kernel extract, Rehmannia chinensis root extract, Sesamum indicum seed extract, Trichosanthes kirilowii root extract, Velvet extract, Viscum album extract, Ci 15985, Ci 19140, Parfum, Benzyl benzoate, Hydroxycitronellal, Geraniol, Limonene, Hexyl cinnamal

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