The History of Whoo Gongjinhyang Soo Soo Yeon Vital Hydrating Emulsion
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MoisturizingPanthenol, Ceramide np + 23 moreWorks well
“Gongjinhyang Soo Soo Yeon Vital Hydrating Emulsion”
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, saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate.
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: dimethicone, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, panthenol
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Cornus officinalis fruit extract, Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate + 4 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (cornus officinalis fruit extract, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Thymus vulgaris extract, Parfum + 6 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~5.7–6.9%
- 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~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolButylene glycol~2.9–3.6%
- 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 glycolTriethylhexanoin~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinDimethicone~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about DimethiconeCyclopentasiloxane~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneHydrogenated polyisobutene~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneHydrogenated lecithin~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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.
More about Hydrogenated lecithin1,2-hexanediol~0.65–0.95%
Macadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilPanthenol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolNelumbo nucifera germ extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Angelica tenuissima root extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bupleurum falcatum root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but it is not well studied. It can be irritating
More about Bupleurum falcatum root extractCornus officinalis fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that contains anti-oxidants. It might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used to help preserve the product formulation
More about Cornus officinalis fruit extractVelvet extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Angelica acutiloba root extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Thymus vulgaris extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Panax ginseng root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractCnidium officinale root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Platycodon grandiflorus root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Schizonepeta tenuifolia extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polygonum multiflorum root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Asparagus cochinchinensis root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polygonatum officinale rhizome/root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ophiopogon japonicus root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function, but research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Ophiopogon japonicus root extractRehmannia chinensis root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Poria cocos sclerotium extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Poria cocos sclerotium extractAchyranthes bidentata root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Allium tuberosum seed extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Angelica gigas root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Epimedium koreanum extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eucommia ulmoides bark extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lycium chinense fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polygala tenuifolia root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tribulus terrestris fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nelumbium speciosum flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nelumbo nucifera root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure 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 TocopherolCeramide np~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Ceramide npGlycolipids~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl stearate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearatePeg-5 glyceryl stearate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-5 glyceryl stearateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.25–0.5%
- 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 triglycerideBehenic acid~0.3–0.55%
C14-22 alcohols~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsSqualane~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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.
More about SqualaneStearic acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidBehenyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholStearyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholLactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractTheobroma grandiflorum seed butter~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might as well help to attract moisture to its upper layer
More about Theobroma grandiflorum seed butterSaccharomyces/potato extract ferment filtrate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arachidyl glucoside~0.25–0.45%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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 butterSaccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 filtrateMyristic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidPeg-10 phytosterol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-10 phytosterolSorbitol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolCholesterol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolXanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLecithin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPeg-10 rapeseed sterol~0.3–0.55%
Polysorbate 80~0.25–0.5%
Ci 77491~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Carbomer~0.25–0.45%
- 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 CarbomerMica~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideTromethamine~0.2–0.4%
Trisodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Parfum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeBenzyl benzoate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateCitral~0.15–0.25%
Citronellol~0.1–0.25%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalLinalool~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Triethylhexanoin, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Hydrogenated lecithin, 1,2-hexanediol, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Panthenol, Nelumbo nucifera germ extract, Angelica tenuissima root extract, Bupleurum falcatum root extract, Cornus officinalis fruit extract, Velvet extract, Angelica acutiloba root extract, Thymus vulgaris extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Cnidium officinale root extract, Platycodon grandiflorus root extract, Schizonepeta tenuifolia extract, Polygonum multiflorum root extract, Asparagus cochinchinensis root extract, Polygonatum officinale rhizome/root extract, Ophiopogon japonicus root extract, Rehmannia chinensis root extract, Poria cocos sclerotium extract, Achyranthes bidentata root extract, Allium tuberosum seed extract, Angelica gigas root extract, Epimedium koreanum extract, Eucommia ulmoides bark extract, Lycium chinense fruit extract, Polygala tenuifolia root extract, Tribulus terrestris fruit extract, Nelumbium speciosum flower extract, Nelumbo nucifera root extract, Tocopherol, Ceramide np, Glycolipids, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Peg-5 glyceryl stearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Behenic acid, C14-22 alcohols, Squalane, Stearic acid, Behenyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Theobroma grandiflorum seed butter, Saccharomyces/potato extract ferment filtrate, Arachidyl glucoside, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate, Myristic acid, Peg-10 phytosterol, Sorbitol, Cholesterol, Xanthan gum, Lecithin, Peg-10 rapeseed sterol, Polysorbate 80, Unknown, Ci 77491, Carbomer, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Tromethamine, Trisodium edta, Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Benzyl benzoate, Citral, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool
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| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
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Product summary
"The History of Whoo - Gongjinhyang Soo Soo Yeon Vital Hydrating Emulsion" has a good moisturizing formula. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Humectants in this product (panthenol, glycerin, saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate, butylene glycol and sorbitol) 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, dimethicone, squalane and cyclopentasiloxane 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
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide np 0.25% - 0.45%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
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.
Price
The product retails for 47.54$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 25 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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