Chungmijung Cactus Ampoule

Chungmijung Cactus Ampoule
3.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
6.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers

Review

Results you may expect from using Chungmijung Cactus Ampoule:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Chungmijung Cactus Ampoule:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 3.0 out of 10.
  • Soothing: Chungmijung Cactus Ampoule contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: Chungmijung Cactus Ampoule has a moisturizing rating of 3.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Purely humectant. It has zero occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusive ingredients on the ingredient list) and a high humectancy of 6.0 out of 10, due to the high content of Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract (est. ≈4.0%) and Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract (est. ≈2.0%).

Tip: Studies suggest that humectants alone do not moisturize the skin. We recommend applying a product with some occlusive ingredients after the use of this one.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Chungmijung Cactus Ampoule is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract (est. ≈4.0%) and Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract (est. ≈2.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Chungmijung Cactus Ampoule is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract (est. ≈85.0%), Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract (est. ≈4.0%), Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract (est. ≈3.0%), and others.

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
85
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract
6
Water
4
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
3
Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
2
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Est. %
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract
Function:
Origin:
Water
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Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
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Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
6.0
4
2
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
3.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 6 10
6.0
4
2
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
None
Moisturizing rating
3.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
4
2
All humectants 6 10
6
All humectants
6.0
4
2
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
None
All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
4
2
All antioxidants 6 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
6
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
4
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
2
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
85
4
3
2
All soothing 10 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
10
85
4
3
2
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract
Est. %85
Function
Origin
Opuntia Ficus-Indica ExtractDescription is coming soon
Water
Est. %6
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractA powerful antioxidant, soothing, and astringent extract derived from the roots of Baikal/Chinese skullcap. It contains various unique flavonoids that are believed to soothe irritated and inflamed skin and protect from UV-induced oxidative damage.
Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Paeonia Suffruticosa Root ExtractA soothing extract obtained from a hybrid species of tree peony that contains various active compounds such as astringent tannins, terpenes, and paeonols.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root ExtractAn extract from the licorice root. It contains a well-researched anti-inflammatory compound called glycyrrhizin that can reduce inflammation. Licorice root extract is also used for its powerful antioxidant effects and ability to treat pigmentation.