HANHOO Dark Spot Brightening Patch

HANHOO Dark Spot Brightening Patch
2.3
/ 10
Moisturizing
4.6 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
0.4Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using HANHOO Dark Spot Brightening Patch:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using HANHOO Dark Spot Brightening Patch:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 2.3 out of 10.
  • Little anti-wrinkle effect: HANHOO Dark Spot Brightening Patch has an anti-wrinkle rating of 0.4 out of 10, so you may expect a positive, although insignificant, effect on wrinkles.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: HANHOO Dark Spot Brightening Patch has a moisturizing rating of 2.3 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 moderate humectancy of 4.6 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Sodium Hyaluronate (est. ≈2.5%).

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.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, HANHOO Dark Spot Brightening Patch has a minimal anti-wrinkle rating of 0.4 out of 10. It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Niacinamide (est. ≈0.3%),
 one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients.
 
Among others, HANHOO Dark Spot Brightening Patch also contains some ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles, specifically sh-Oligopeptide-1, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, and Ascorbyl Glucoside. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do not contribute to the anti-wrinkle rating.
 
Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver additional anti-wrinkle efficacy through its moisturizing action.
 

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that HANHOO Dark Spot Brightening Patch is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Sodium Hyaluronate (est. ≈2.5%).

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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
90
Water
2.5
Sodium Hyaluronate
2.4
Alloferon-1
0.3
sh-Oligopeptide-1
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Niacinamide
0.3
Allantoin
0.3
Aminopropyl Kojyl Phosphate
0.3
Sucrose
0.3
Madecassoside
0.3
Sodium Chloride
0.3
Methylpropanediol
0.3
1,2-Hexanediol
0.3
Ascorbyl Glucoside
0.3
Hexacarboxymethyl Dipeptide-12
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Biotinoyl Hexapeptide-2 Amide
0.3
Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23
0.3
sh-Oligopeptide-1 Alanyl sr-Spider Oligopeptide-1
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
Sodium Hyaluronate
Function:
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Alloferon-1
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sh-Oligopeptide-1
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Function:
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Niacinamide
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Allantoin
Function:
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Aminopropyl Kojyl Phosphate
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Sucrose
Function:
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Madecassoside
Function:
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Sodium Chloride
Function:
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Methylpropanediol
Function:
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1,2-Hexanediol
Function:
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Ascorbyl Glucoside
Function:
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Hexacarboxymethyl Dipeptide-12
Function:
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Function:
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Biotinoyl Hexapeptide-2 Amide
Function:
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Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23
Function:
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sh-Oligopeptide-1 Alanyl sr-Spider Oligopeptide-1
Function:
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Ratings

All humectants
4.6
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
2.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 4.6 10
4.6
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
None
Moisturizing rating
2.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 4.6 10
4.6
All humectants
4.6
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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
6 /10 4 0.3 0.4
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0.4
Niacinamide
0.4
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
6 /10
when present at, %
4
in this formula, est. %
0.3
sh-Oligopeptide-1
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Ascorbyl Glucoside
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 4 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
4
Sodium Hyaluronate
2.5
Niacinamide
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Madecassoside
0.3
Ascorbyl Glucoside
0.3
Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 1.5 5 No
All soothing
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %90
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.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Alloferon-1
Est. %2.4
Function
Origin
Alloferon-1Description is coming soon
sh-Oligopeptide-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
sh-Oligopeptide-1

Also known as Human Epidermal Growth Factor. It increases metabolism in skin cells and is claimed to improves skin texture and elasticity.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractAn antioxidant green tea extract. In the deeper layers, it slows down the destruction of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid – thus delaying the signs of aging. It also acts as an anti-acne, soothing, moisturizing, and emollient ingredient.
Niacinamide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Niacinamide

Also known as vitamin B3, this ingredient is a true superstar with confirmed moisturizing, anti-acne, hyperpigmentation, and antioxidant benefits. Two studies confirm its significant anti-wrinkle efficacy.

Allantoin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AllantoinA fluffy, white powder that acts as a humectant due to its water-loving chemistry and as an exfoliant that helps to remove dead skin cells. It has also been shown to be very soothing to irritated and inflamed skin.
Aminopropyl Kojyl Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aminopropyl Kojyl PhosphateDescription is coming soon
Sucrose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SucroseThis ingredient is more commonly known as table sugar or saccharose and is derived from sugar beets or sugar cane. It is used as a humectant moisturizing ingredient in skincare products, as well as a sweetener.
Madecassoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MadecassosideAn isolated Gotu Kola compound. It helps to increase collagen and hyaluronic acid production in the skin and assists in wound healing.
Sodium Chloride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Chloride

You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

Methylpropanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MethylpropanediolMethylpropanediol is a unique glycol that contains two primary hydroxyl groups. That makes methylpropanediol a powerful humectant and an excellent solvent.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ascorbyl GlucosideA derivative of vitamin C. It is more stable and less irritating than ascorbic acid. There are unfortunately no clinical studies on ascorbyl glucoside’s anti-pigment or anti-acne efficacy alone.
Hexacarboxymethyl Dipeptide-12
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hexacarboxymethyl Dipeptide-12Description is coming soon
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Biotinoyl Hexapeptide-2 Amide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Biotinoyl Hexapeptide-2 AmideDescription is coming soon
Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23Description is coming soon
sh-Oligopeptide-1 Alanyl sr-Spider Oligopeptide-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
sh-Oligopeptide-1 Alanyl sr-Spider Oligopeptide-1Description is coming soon