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The History of Whoo Gongjinhyang Intensive Nutritive Cream

Name: The History of Whoo - Gongjinhyang Intensive Nutritive Cream
Brand: The History of Whoo

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

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Moisturizing

27 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

What the product description says

“Gongjinhyang Intensive Nutritive Cream”

From product name

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: biosaccharide gum-1, 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, panthenol

TriethylhexanoinKey activeEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.35%

Biosaccharide gum-1Key active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin~1.9–2.3%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~2.4–2.9%

Ceramide npHero· EmollientEffect: HighA 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~0.25–0.45%

CholesterolKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that is naturally found in skin~0.25–0.5%

DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~0.5–0.7%

DimethiconolKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~0.25–0.45%

Ganoderma lucidum extractKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.4%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~4.8–5.9%

Limnanthes alba seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighThis oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient~1.2–1.5%

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.3–0.6%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.4%

SqualaneKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn 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.~0.25–0.5%

Theobroma grandiflorum seed butterKey activeEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and might as well help to attract moisture to its upper layer~0.2–0.4%

Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrateKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumA yeast extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and can help attract water to its upper layers~0.2–0.4%

Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractKey activeEffect: MediumA fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking~0.9–1.1%

CyclopentasiloxaneKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin~3.1–3.8%

Macadamia ternifolia seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumPlant 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~0.25–0.45%

Hydrogenated polydecene· EmollientEffect: LowHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.55–0.8%

Hydrogenated polyisobutene· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin~1.6–2%

Glyceryl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~0.25–0.5%

Cyclohexasiloxane· EmollientEffect: LowA silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels~1.4–1.8%

Behenyl alcohol· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient~0.25–0.5%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.2–0.4%

Butyrospermum parkii butterUnder-dosedEffect: HighA 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~0.25–0.5%

Stearic acidEffect: Low, below effective doseHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient~0.3–0.6%

Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan 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~0.25–0.4%

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · 5 ingredients credited for this claim

Moderate support

This product contains antioxidants (saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrateKey activeEffect: MediumA yeast extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and can help attract water to its upper layers~0.2–0.4%

Limnanthes alba seed oilEffect: LowThis oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient~1.2–1.5%

Camellia sinensis leaf extractUnder-dosedEffect: MediumCan 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~0.25–0.4%

Butyrospermum parkii butterEffect: Low, below effective doseA 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~0.25–0.5%

Panax ginseng root extractEffect: Low, below effective doseA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating~0.25–0.5%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

14 strong irritants: Alcohol, Thymus vulgaris extract + 12 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 24 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

AlcoholCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial propertiesHigh~0.3–0.55%est.

Panax ginseng root extractA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.

Thymus vulgaris extract—High~0.15–0.25%est.

Cinnamomum cassia bark extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.45%est.

Ci 19140A yellow dyeHigh~0.2–0.4%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

Alpha-isomethyl iononeA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

Benzyl benzoateFragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

Benzyl salicylateA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.25%est.

CoumarinA fragrance. Is a likely skin allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.25%est.

GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.25%est.

Hexyl cinnamalA fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritantHigh~0.15–0.25%est.

HydroxycitronellalA fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.25%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.1–0.15%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.15%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~2.4–2.9%est.

Ganoderma lucidum extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

C12-20 alkyl glucosideHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Theobroma grandiflorum seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and might as well help to attract moisture to its upper layerMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Peg-10 phytosterolHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Macadamia ternifolia seed oilPlant 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 ingredientsMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

TriethylhexanoinHelps soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.4%est.

Comedogenic

1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

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These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Butyrospermum parkii butterA 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 radicals3/5~0.25–0.5%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~4.8–5.9%

Key active

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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Dipropylene glycol~4–4.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying

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Cyclopentasiloxane~3.1–3.8%

Key active

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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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~2.4–2.9%

Key activeIrritant · 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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Biosaccharide gum-1~1.9–2.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin

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Hydrogenated polyisobutene~1.6–2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin

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Cyclohexasiloxane~1.4–1.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels

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Limnanthes alba seed oil~1.2–1.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient

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Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.9–1.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking

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C14-22 alcohols~0.65–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations

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Hydrogenated polydecene~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Hexane~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Dimethicone~0.5–0.7%

Key active

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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Hexyldecyl ethylhexanoate~0.4–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Peg-40 distearate~0.4–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Panthenol~0.3–0.6%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritation

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

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Not recognized

Alcohol~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Antibacterial

Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties

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Cordyceps sinensis extract~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Panax ginseng root extract~0.25–0.5%

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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Ganoderma lucidum extract~0.2–0.4%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Angelica acutiloba root extract~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Cornus of

Not recognized

Ficin~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Velvet extract~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Thymus vulgaris extract~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Polygonum multiflorum root extract~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Polygonatum officinale rhizome/root extract~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Asparagus cochinchinensis root extract~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Chaenomeles sinensis fruit extract~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Diospyros kaki leaf extract~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Cinnamomum cassia bark extract~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Artemisia princeps leaf extract~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Chrysanthemum indicum extract~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.25–0.4%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAntibacterialAnti-agingAnti-blemishEvens skin toneMoisturizing

Can 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 extract

Sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Saccharomyces/potato extract ferment filtrate~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate~0.2–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

A yeast extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and can help attract water to its upper layers

More about Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate

C12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Dimethiconol~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A 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

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Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture

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Theobroma grandiflorum seed butter~0.2–0.4%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might as well help to attract moisture to its upper layer

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps 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.

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Peg-10 phytosterol~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Glyceryl stearate~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

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Peg-100 stearate~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture

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Cetearyl olivate~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Sorbitan olivate~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Sorbitan stearate~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Glycolipids~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Behenyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient

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Ceramide np~0.25–0.45%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatory

A 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

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Peg-10 rapeseed sterol~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Glycereth-20~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Glycereth-20

Squalane~0.25–0.5%

Key active

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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Macadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.25–0.45%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Plant 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

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Triethylhexanoin~0.2–0.35%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Arachidyl glucoside~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.25–0.5%

Under-dosedComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A 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 butter

Stearic acid~0.3–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Cholesterol~0.25–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingCleansing

An emollient that is naturally found in skin

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Butylene glycol~0.2–0.4%

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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Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions

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Carbomer~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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Ci 19140~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A yellow dye

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Tromethamine~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Trisodium edta~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps preserve product formulations

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Parfum~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Benzyl benzoate~0.15–0.3%

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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Benzyl salicylate~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Citronellol~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Citronellol

Coumarin~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Is a likely skin allergen and can be irritating

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Geraniol~0.1–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Hexyl cinnamal~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritant

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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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Limonene~0.1–0.15%

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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Linalool~0.1–0.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Biosaccharide gum-1, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Cyclohexasiloxane, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, C14-22 alcohols, Hydrogenated polydecene, Hexane, Dimethicone, Hexyldecyl ethylhexanoate, Peg-40 distearate, Panthenol, Unknown, Alcohol, Cordyceps sinensis extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Ganoderma lucidum extract, Angelica acutiloba root extract, Unknown, Ficin, Velvet extract, Thymus vulgaris extract, Polygonum multiflorum root extract, Polygonatum officinale rhizome/root extract, Asparagus cochinchinensis root extract, Chaenomeles sinensis fruit extract, Diospyros kaki leaf extract, Cinnamomum cassia bark extract, Artemisia princeps leaf extract, Chrysanthemum indicum extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Saccharomyces/potato extract ferment filtrate, Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Theobroma grandiflorum seed butter, Hydrogenated lecithin, Peg-10 phytosterol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Sorbitan stearate, Glycolipids, Behenyl alcohol, Ceramide np, Peg-10 rapeseed sterol, Glycereth-20, Squalane, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Triethylhexanoin, Arachidyl glucoside, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Stearic acid, Cholesterol, Butylene glycol, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Carbomer, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Ci 19140, Tromethamine, Trisodium edta, Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl salicylate, Citronellol, Coumarin, Geraniol, Hexyl cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool

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	The History of WhooGongjinhyang Intensive Nutritive CreamYOUR PRODUCT	THE FACE SHOPYehwadam Revitalizing Cream	su:m37Time Energy Moist Firming Cream	SCINICPinktamin Tone-Up Cream
Match	—	68%	62%	62%
Price	$72.73	$22.75−$49.98	$62.10−$10.63	$17.70−$55.03
Shared key ingredients	—	15 of 18	14 of 18	9 of 18
Key difference	—	Adenosine	Niacinamide	Niacinamide
Irritancy	High	High	High	Medium
Drying alcohol	Contains drying alcohol	Contains drying alcohol	Contains drying alcohol	—
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Product summary

Based on the ingredient list, "The History of Whoo - Gongjinhyang Intensive Nutritive Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. The History of Whoo - Gongjinhyang Intensive Nutritive Cream ticks this box. Humectants in this product (panthenol, biosaccharide gum-1, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate and saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Ceramide np, cholesterol, limnanthes alba seed oil, caprylic/capric triglyceride and dimethicone 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.

Ingredient callouts

As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide np 0.25% - 0.45%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: stearic acid and butyrospermum parkii butter

Irritation risk

There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. 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.