TONYMOLY From Ganghwa Pure Artemisia Two Layering Calming Cream
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing14 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Brand from South Korea TONYMOLY. Benefits A duo moisturiser that promotes soothing and hydrating properties.”
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: phenyl trimethicone, prunus armeniaca kernel oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-blemish1 ingredient credited for this claimWeak support
“From Ganghwa Pure Artemisia Two Layering Calming Cream”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 5 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract) 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.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains centella asiatica extract. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Citrus nobilis peel extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Artemisia princeps extract~25–31%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties
More about Artemisia princeps extractGlycerin~3.8–4.7%
- 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 GlycerinWater~5–6.1%
Prunus armeniaca kernel oil~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilDipropylene glycol~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolArtemisia vulgaris oil~2.2–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenyl trimethicone~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeCetearyl alcohol~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholMicrocrystalline cellulose~1.5–1.8%
Butylene glycol~1.1–1.4%
- 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 glycolCetearyl olivate~1–1.2%
C12-16 alcohols~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's texture
More about C12-16 alcoholsHydrogenated lecithin~0.75–1.15%
- 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 lecithinPanthenol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolC14-22 alcohols~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcohols1,2-hexanediol~0.7–1%
Sorbitan olivate~0.65–1%
Polyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateCarbomer~0.6–0.85%
- 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 CarbomerArtemisia princeps callus extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vinyl dimethicone~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Vinyl dimethiconePalmitic acid~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidTromethamine~0.55–0.8%
Citrus nobilis peel extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cetearyl glucoside~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideC12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideCetyl ethylhexanoate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateCellulose gum~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumCentella asiatica extract~0.55–0.85%
- 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 extractPolyglyceryl-4 oleate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 oleatePortulaca oleracea extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractVitex agnus castus extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.5–0.8%
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractSodium hyaluronate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePhellinus linteus extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arctium lappa root extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Arctium lappa root extractTocopherol~0.5–0.8%
- 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 TocopherolHydroxyacetophenone~0.55–0.8%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.55–0.8%
Artemisia princeps extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties
More about Artemisia princeps extractMethylpropanediol~0.55–0.8%
1,2-hexanediol~0.5–0.8%
Water~0.5–0.8%
Butylene glycol~0.5–0.8%
- 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 glycolAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/beheneth-25 methacrylate crosspolymer~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/beheneth-25 methacrylate crosspolymerVinyl dimethicone~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Vinyl dimethiconeGlycerin~0.55–0.85%
- 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 GlycerinCarbomer~0.5–0.75%
- 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 CarbomerPolyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateTromethamine~0.5–0.75%
Cetyl ethylhexanoate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateArtemisia vulgaris oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Artemisia princeps callus extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCentella asiatica extract~0.45–0.65%
- 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 extractPolyglyceryl-4 oleate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 oleateSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePortulaca oleracea extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractHydrogenated lecithin~0.3–0.55%
- 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 lecithinChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractDisodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Vitex agnus castus extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arctium lappa root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Arctium lappa root extractPhellinus linteus extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Artemisia princeps extract, Glycerin, Water, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Dipropylene glycol, Artemisia vulgaris oil, Phenyl trimethicone, Cetearyl alcohol, Microcrystalline cellulose, Butylene glycol, Cetearyl olivate, C12-16 alcohols, Hydrogenated lecithin, Panthenol, C14-22 alcohols, 1,2-hexanediol, Sorbitan olivate, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Carbomer, Artemisia princeps callus extract, Vinyl dimethicone, Palmitic acid, Tromethamine, Citrus nobilis peel extract, Cetearyl glucoside, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Cellulose gum, Centella asiatica extract, Polyglyceryl-4 oleate, Portulaca oleracea extract, Vitex agnus castus extract, Disodium edta, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Phellinus linteus extract, Arctium lappa root extract, Tocopherol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Artemisia princeps extract, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, Water, Butylene glycol, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/beheneth-25 methacrylate crosspolymer, Vinyl dimethicone, Glycerin, Carbomer, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Tromethamine, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Artemisia vulgaris oil, Artemisia princeps callus extract, Propanediol, Centella asiatica extract, Polyglyceryl-4 oleate, Sodium hyaluronate, Portulaca oleracea extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Disodium edta, Vitex agnus castus extract, Arctium lappa root extract, Phellinus linteus extract, Tocopherol, 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.
| TONYMOLYFrom Ganghwa Pure Artemisia Two Layering Calming CreamYOUR PRODUCT | I'm fromRice Cream | COSRXMoisture Power Enriched Cream | ISNTREEMugwort Calming Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Price | $40.23 | $28.87−$11.36 | $9.92−$30.31 | $19.95−$20.28 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Ceramide Np | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"TONYMOLY - From Ganghwa Pure Artemisia Two Layering Calming Cream" has a good moisturizing formula. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (panthenol, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, butylene glycol and portulaca oleracea extract) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (prunus armeniaca kernel oil, vinyl dimethicone, phenyl trimethicone, cetearyl alcohol and c12-16 alcohols) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 0.70% - 1.05% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "TONYMOLY" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 40.23$ 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 22 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 6Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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