Koh Gen Do Oriental Plants Facial Wash

Koh Gen Do Oriental Plants Facial Wash

Review

Results you may expect from using Koh Gen Do Oriental Plants Facial Wash:

Koh Gen Do Oriental Plants Facial Wash is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
70
Water
6
Stearic Acid
4
Myristic Acid
3
PEG-8
2
Potassium Hydroxide
1.5
Glycerin
1.3
Lauric Acid
1
Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
0.3
Ganoderma Amboinense (Mushroom) Extract
0.3
Rosa Rugosa Flower Extract
0.3
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
0.3
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Fruit Extract
0.3
Bifida Ferment Lysate
0.3
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
0.3
Squalane
0.3
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
0.3
Perilla Ocymoides Seed Oil
0.3
Ceramide NP
0.3
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
0.3
Cnidium Officinale Rhizome Extract
0.3
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
0.3
Prunus Mume Fruit Extract
0.3
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
0.3
Dihydroxypropyl Arginine HCl
0.3
Polyquaternium-7
0.3
Ascorbyl Palmitate
0.3
Hydrogenated Lecithin
0.3
Phytosterols
0.3
Glyceryl Stearate SE
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Caramel
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Hydroxyethylcellulose
0.3
Butylene Glycol
0.3
Dipalmitoyl Glycerophosphocholine
0.3
Dicetyl Dipeptide-9
0.3
Cholesterol
0.3
Palmitic Acid
0.3
Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl Glutamate
0.3
1,2-Hexanediol
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Arginine
0.3
Phytic Acid
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
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Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
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Rosa Rugosa Flower Extract
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
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Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Fruit Extract
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Bifida Ferment Lysate
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
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Perilla Ocymoides Seed Oil
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Dihydroxypropyl Arginine HCl
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Ascorbyl Palmitate
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
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.
Stearic Acid
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Stearic AcidA saturated fatty acid found in vegetable butter and animal fats. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient and also helps to maintain the barrier function of the skin.
Myristic Acid
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Myristic AcidA common fatty acid found in various vegetable oils, most notably palm and coconut oil. It is a strongly occlusive moisturizing, emollient, and emulsifying ingredient.
PEG-8
Est. %3
Function
Origin
PEG-8A synthetic liquid that serves as a humectant. It also works as a solvent because of its ability to dissolve a wide range of ingredients.
Potassium Hydroxide
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Potassium HydroxideA very alkaline ingredient, meaning that it has a high pH. Potassium hydroxide is therefore useful in bringing a low pH in a cosmetic product up to a more neutral, skin-safe level.
Glycerin
Est. %1.5
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Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Lauric Acid
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Lauric AcidA fatty acid derived from various vegetable oils such as palm or coconut oil. It helps to maintain the barrier function of the skin and is also used as a cleansing or emulsifying agent. Lauric acid is listed among common comedogenic ingredients by acne.org.
Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Paeonia Lactiflora Root ExtractAn extract derived from the roots of the garden peony. It has been suggested that this ingredient has anti-pigment activity.
Ganoderma Amboinense (Mushroom) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ganoderma Amboinense (Mushroom) ExtractDescription is coming soon
Rosa Rugosa Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
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Rosa Rugosa Flower ExtractDescription is coming soon
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower ExtractDerived from German chamomile flowers, this extract is especially known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits. It contains two soothing compounds called chamazulene and bisabolol, as well as antioxidant flavonoids.
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
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Origin
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Fruit ExtractDescription is coming soon
Bifida Ferment Lysate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bifida Ferment LysateA mixture of probiotic bacteria. According to the patent holder, it contains enzymes that are able to repair damaged DNA in skin cells. A single study confirms that it is able to reduce skin sensitivity.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Squalane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) ButterA semi-solid, buttery fat extracted from the seeds of the Shea tree that is a wonderful occlusive and emollient ingredient mainly comprised of fatty acids. Shea butter contains a large amount of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds.
Perilla Ocymoides Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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Perilla Ocymoides Seed OilA fatty, occlusive (moisturizing), and emollient oil derived from the seeds of the Perilla, an aromatic plant from the mint family. It is one of the best natural sources of the unsaturated alpha-linolenic fatty acid.
Ceramide NP
Est. %0.3
Function
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Ceramide NPAlso known as ceramide 3, it is the most common ceramide in our skin. It helps to restore the skin’s lipid barrier and alleviate the symptoms of dry and cracked skin. Research has shown that skin suffering from conditions such as AD lacks ceramides.
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Punica Granatum Fruit ExtractA pomegranate fruit extract that contains antioxidant polyphenols and a rare emollient punicic acid. It is aimed at dry, irritated skin.
Cnidium Officinale Rhizome Extract
Est. %0.3
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Cnidium Officinale Rhizome ExtractDescription is coming soon
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Houttuynia Cordata ExtractAn extract from a herbaceous plant fish leaf. It contains various antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds. It shows interesting antimicrobial potential due to its unique phytochemical composition.
Prunus Mume Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Mume Fruit ExtractDescription is coming soon
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
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Origin
Artemisia Princeps Leaf ExtractDescription is coming soon
Dihydroxypropyl Arginine HCl
Est. %0.3
Function
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Dihydroxypropyl Arginine HClDescription is coming soon
Polyquaternium-7
Est. %0.3
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Polyquaternium-7A positively-charged ingredient that forms films to protect the rest of the product.
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Est. %0.3
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Ascorbyl PalmitateA form of vitamin C derived from ascorbic acid and palmitic acid. It is more stable and less irritating than ascorbic acid. Unfortunately, Ascorbyl Palmitate lacks the studies to prove its anti-wrinkle efficacy.
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Est. %0.3
Function
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Hydrogenated LecithinA version of plain lecithin that has been saturated with hydrogen atoms. This ingredient can be derived from plants, like soy or sunflower, from egg yolks, or made synthetically. Its major function is to emulsify water and oils.
Phytosterols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhytosterolsA plant-based version of cholesterol that is used for its emollient properties in skincare. The richest sources of phytosterols are corn, rapeseed, and wheat germ oil.
Glyceryl Stearate SE
Est. %0.3
Function
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Glyceryl Stearate SEAn emulsifier, where the SE stands for self-emulsifying. Emulsions containing glyceryl stearate SE often impart a smooth, velvety feel upon the skin.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Caramel
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CaramelA natural ingredient that is derived from the heat treatment of table sugar. Caramel is used in skincare as a natural colorant that can create transparent, dark brown solutions. It also works as a fragrance, where it provides a sweet, sugary scent.
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Est. %0.3
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HydroxyethylcelluloseA naturally-derived thickener that can form clear gel textures without the slimy feeling, unlike some other natural gel-formers.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
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Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
Dipalmitoyl Glycerophosphocholine
Est. %0.3
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Origin
Dipalmitoyl GlycerophosphocholineDescription is coming soon
Dicetyl Dipeptide-9
Est. %0.3
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Dicetyl Dipeptide-9Description is coming soon
Cholesterol
Est. %0.3
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CholesterolAn emollient and important barrier repairing lipid, effective when combined with fatty acids and ceramides. Around 25% of the skin’s lipid layer is made up of cholesterol and it is found in the membrane of every single cell in our body.
Palmitic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitic AcidA saturated fatty acid used in skincare as a strongly occlusive moisturizer and barrier repairing, emollient ingredient. It is a waxy-looking, white solid. Palmitic acid can be commonly found in animal and vegetable fats, notably palm oil.
Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
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Origin
Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl GlutamateDescription is coming soon
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Arginine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ArginineA humectant amino acid used to attract water to the skin’s surface. It is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of various compounds that keeps the skin’s surface well hydrated. Arginine can also be used as a pH adjuster.
Phytic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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Phytic AcidPhytic acid is found in rice and is seen as a cousin of alpha-hydroxy acids. As a chelator, it can bind to certain metals that may cause discoloration in products or reduce the efficacy of other ingredients.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.