The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Serum N7 Fight Pimples & Fade Dark Spots

The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Serum N7 Fight Pimples & Fade Dark Spots
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
9Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers

Review

Results you may expect from using The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Serum N7 Fight Pimples & Fade Dark Spots:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Serum N7 Fight Pimples & Fade Dark Spots:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.
  • Potent anti-wrinkle effect. With an anti-wrinkle rating of 9.0 out of 10, The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Serum N7 Fight Pimples & Fade Dark Spots is highly potent in reducing wrinkles.
  • Soothing: The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Serum N7 Fight Pimples & Fade Dark Spots contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Serum N7 Fight Pimples & Fade Dark Spots has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? It is purely humectant. It has zero occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusive ingredients on the ingredient list) and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Niacinamide (est. ≈5.0%), Ethoxydiglycol (est. ≈3.0%) and Pentylene Glycol (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.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Serum N7 Fight Pimples & Fade Dark Spots has a very high anti-wrinkle rating of 9.0 out of 10.

It contains 2 active ingredients with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy:

  • Niacinamide (est. ≈5.0%),
     one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients.
  • Asiaticoside (est. ≈0.3%),
     derived from the plant Centella asiatica, an ingredient with moderate anti-wrinkle efficacy confirmed by one study.
Among others, The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Serum N7 Fight Pimples & Fade Dark Spots also contains some ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles, specifically Acetyl Glucosamine, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, and Centella Asiatica Extract. 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.
 

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Serum N7 Fight Pimples & Fade Dark Spots is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Niacinamide (est. ≈5.0%).

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, The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Serum N7 Fight Pimples & Fade Dark Spots is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Niacinamide (est. ≈5.0%).

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
75
Water
5
Niacinamide
4
Acetyl Glucosamine
3
Ethoxydiglycol
2
Pentylene Glycol
1.5
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
1.3
Dimethyl Isosorbide
1
Butylene Glycol
0.3
Benincasa Cerifera Fruit Extract
0.3
Madecassic Acid
0.3
Asiatic Acid
0.3
Asiaticoside
0.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
0.3
Ferulic Acid
0.3
Salicylic Acid
0.3
Bisabolol
0.3
Zinc PCA
0.3
Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
0.3
Glycereth-26
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
0.3
Hydroxyethylcellulose
0.3
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
0.3
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
0.3
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
0.3
Tromethamine
Est. %
Water
Function:
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Niacinamide
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Acetyl Glucosamine
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Ethoxydiglycol
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Pentylene Glycol
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Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
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Dimethyl Isosorbide
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Butylene Glycol
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Benincasa Cerifera Fruit Extract
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Madecassic Acid
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Asiatic Acid
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Asiaticoside
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Centella Asiatica Extract
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Ferulic Acid
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Salicylic Acid
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Bisabolol
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Zinc PCA
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Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
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Glycereth-26
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Hydroxyacetophenone
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Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
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Hydroxyethylcellulose
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Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
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Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
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Tromethamine
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Ratings

All humectants
11.9
5
3
2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 11.9 10
10.0
5
3
2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
None
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
5
3
2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 11.9 10
10
All humectants
11.9
5
3
2
1
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 5 6
3 /10 0.1 0.3 3
n/a
- 4 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
9
Niacinamide
6
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
6 /10
when present at, %
4
in this formula, est. %
5
Asiaticoside
3
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
3 /10
when present at, %
0.1
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Acetyl Glucosamine
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
4
Madecassic Acid
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Asiatic Acid
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
9
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 6.8 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
6.8
Niacinamide
5
Asiaticoside
0.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
0.3
Ferulic Acid
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 6.5 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
6.5
5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
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.
Niacinamide
Est. %5
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.

Acetyl Glucosamine
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Acetyl GlucosamineA body-natural amino-saccharide used in skincare as an anti-pigment ingredient. Some other benefits of acetyl glucosamine include decreased skin flakiness, improved wound healing, and even a slight reduction in facial wrinkles.
Ethoxydiglycol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
EthoxydiglycolA type of alcohol with humectant moisturizing properties. It also acts as a solvent, since it mixes well with a variety of other compounds, including water and even some oils.
Pentylene Glycol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Pentylene Glycol

A naturally or synthetically derived preservative that exhibits effective antifungal and antibacterial traits. It also acts as a booster for more traditional preservatives. Pentylene glycol can also serve as a moisturizing humectant and solvent.

Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Cocamidopropyl DimethylamineDescription is coming soon
Dimethyl Isosorbide
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Dimethyl IsosorbideA solvent for active ingredients that is claimed to help them better penetrate the outer layer of skin. It also helps to reduce the thickness of a product.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
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.
Benincasa Cerifera Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benincasa Cerifera Fruit ExtractDescription is coming soon
Madecassic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Madecassic AcidAn isolated bioactive compound from Gotu Kola. It increases collagen and hyaluronic acid production in the skin and helps to treat wounds, scars, and burns.
Asiatic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Asiatic AcidA compound isolated from Gotu Kola, a promising anti-wrinkle medicinal plant from Southeast Asia. It is claimed to increase the production of collagen and help with the wound healing process.
Asiaticoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Asiaticoside

A Gotu Kola or Centella Asiatica derivative with confirmed anti-wrinkle efficacy.

Centella Asiatica Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Centella Asiatica ExtractAn extract from the leaves of the Gotu kola. It is used in skincare for its antioxidant, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging properties. It increases the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid in the skin.
Ferulic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ferulic AcidA plant-based phenolic acid with powerful and scientifically proven antioxidant properties. It enhances the effects of vitamins C and E, as well as the UV protective effects of sunscreens.
Salicylic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Salicylic AcidThis effective peeling and anti-inflammatory BHA is used as an anti-acne agent and works by breaking down the junctions between dead skin cells. This results in the peeling of dead skin and the unclogging of pores.
Bisabolol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BisabololAn anti-inflammatory compound found naturally in German chamomile essential oil. It has a pleasant, sweet, and floral scent. Bisabolol also has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties but can cause an allergic reaction in more sensitive individuals.
Zinc PCA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zinc PCAA two-part ingredient: Zinc helps to control sebum and bacteria in acne-prone skin, while skin-identical PCA is a moisturizing humectant. Zinc PCA may even boost collagen production and so is researched as a potential anti-wrinkle ingredient.
Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Phellodendron Amurense Bark ExtractA soothing and antimicrobial extract derived from the Amur cork tree (which is used in traditional Chinese remedies). It contains various beneficial compounds such as alkaloids, limonoids, flavonoids, and phenolic acids.
Glycereth-26
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycereth-26

A glycerin-based ingredient with humectant moisturizing properties. It is an excellent emulsifier and thickener.

Hydroxyacetophenone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HydroxyacetophenoneAn antioxidant compound that can be found in many plants, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It can boost the preservative action of other conservants.
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl SilaneA silicone with the unusual trait of being able to disperse in water. It moisturizes the skin as a humectant and leaves a soft and smooth after-feel. This ingredient also has foam-boosting properties.
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HydroxyethylcelluloseA naturally-derived thickener that can form clear gel textures without the slimy feeling, unlike some other natural gel-formers.
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf OilA fragrant and antioxidant essential tea tree oil praised for its antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. Tea tree oil helps to treat acne, inflamed skin, and small wounds. It might, however, cause allergies and skin irritations.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower OilDescription is coming soon
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf OilAn essential oil distilled from the leaves of rosemary. It is used as a fragrance in skincare and has a spicy, earthy, camphoraceous scent. It also has antioxidant properties according to some research.
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Trisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateA chelating agent that disables harmful heavy metal ions present in skincare.
Tromethamine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TromethamineAn ingredient based on amino acids that is commonly used as a pH adjuster. It has a high pH, which means that it is basic (alkaline), so adding tromethamine to a skincare product will increase its overall pH level.