Sulwhasoo Clarifying Mask vs COSRX 5 PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Vital Hydrating Hydrogel Mask

Sulwhasoo

COSRX

A mask built around Vitamin E, for hydration and barrier repair.

A mask built around Niacinamide and Hyaluronic acid, for hydration and barrier repair.

Mask

30 ingredients

41 ingredients

Brand price

USD 45.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 15.00 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from South Korea

At a Glance

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Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopherol
Alpha arbutin1
A gentler glycosylated relative of hydroquinone.
Alpha-Arbutin
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract

Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Honey, PEG-75, Propanediol, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair3
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Tocopherol
Smoothing1
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Oil Control2
Reduces shine and excess sebum.
Alcohol Denat., Bentonite

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Irritation5
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol Denat., Fragrance, Limonene, Linalool, Tocopherol

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Tocopherol

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Water
Skin Conditioning
Polyvinyl Alcohol
Viscosity Controlling
Alcohol Denat.
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Butylene Glycol (in both products)
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Polygonatum Sibiricum Root/Rhizome Powder
Skin Conditioning
PEG-75
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Bentonite
Emulsion Stabilising
0 / 0
- Oil Control

Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Acrylates Copolymer
Film Forming
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
1,2-Hexanediol (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Ceratonia Siliqua Gum
Emollient
Chondrus Crispus
Skin Conditioning
Agar
Fragrance
Sclerotium Gum
Skin Conditioning
0-1 / —
Potassium Chloride
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
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Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
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1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
We don't have a description for 1,2-Hexanediol yet.
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Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
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Propanediol
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Propanediol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
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Tocopherol
Antioxidant, Fragrance, Skin Conditioning, Occlusive
Tocopherol is vitamin E.
Learn more about Tocopherol →