Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream for Anti-Aging

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream for Anti-Aging
8.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
6.4 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
2.5Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Does Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream for Anti-Aging work?

Based on the ingredient list analysis by CreamScan AI, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream for Anti-Aging:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 8.2 out of 10.
  • Some anti-wrinkle efficacy: Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream for Anti-Aging has an anti-wrinkle rating of 2.5 out of 10 so you may expect some, although limited, effect on wrinkles.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Perfect moisturizer for normal to dry skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream for Anti-Aging is intensely moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 8.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈7.6%) and Butylene Glycol (est. ≈3.4%), and a high occlusivity of 6.4 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Squalane (est. ≈5.1%).

This type of moisturizer is ideal for people with normal skin who want intense hydration in a rich yet not overly thick formula. It combines a high concentration of humectants with a significant amount of occlusive ingredients to provide effective dual-action moisturizing.

The product’s occlusive profile suggests a texture that is rich and creamy but not overly thick, offering the potential to absorb into the skin without leaving a greasy afterfeel in most cases.

This product may also be a good choice for people with dry (but not very dry) skin for daily hydration, as it strikes a balance between significant moisturizing potential and a texture that is not too thick.

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

Some anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream for Anti-Aging has a slight anti-wrinkle rating of 2.5 out of 10.

It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Retinol (est. ≈0.1%), 
 the most effective non-prescription anti-wrinkle ingredient. Numerous clinical studies have shown its positive effects at concentrations as low as 0.1%. A study with 36 participants (Kafi et al.) confirmed that a lotion containing 0.4% retinol reduced wrinkle severity by 21% after 24 weeks of use, compared to the same formulation without retinol (vehicle).
 
Among others, Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream for Anti-Aging also contains some ingredients often marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles, specifically Acetyl Glucosamine, Beta-Glucan, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, and Acetyl Octapeptide-3. 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, can deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.
 

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

Rich in skin-protecting antioxidants

We estimate that Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream for Anti-Aging is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (est. ≈0.3%), Panax Ginseng Root Extract (est. ≈0.3%), Tocopherol (est. ≈0.3%), and others.

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
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Water
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Glycerin
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Squalane
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Butylene Glycol
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Cyclopentasiloxane
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Trehalose
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Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Phytosteryl Isostearyl Dimer Dilinoleate
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Octyldodecyl Myristate
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Cyclohexasiloxane
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PEG-40 Stearate
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Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Jojoba Esters
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Stearic Acid
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Propanediol
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PEG-100 Stearate
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Palmitic Acid
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Methoxy PEG-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone
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Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
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Polyacrylate-13
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Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
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PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
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Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
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Phenoxyethanol
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Glyceryl Linoleate
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Dimethicone
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Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols
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Propylene Glycol
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Polyisobutene
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Acetyl Glucosamine
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