What is Carnosine?
Role not confirmed
We haven't written up what this ingredient does yet. The products below feature it as a key ingredient.
Which products feature it?
5 of the 2320 products we've checked feature this as a key ingredient. Products that disclose a concentration or list it near the top of the ingredient list come first.
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Sulwhasoo
Essential Revitalizing Water EX
It's made for better hydration and calmer skin.
Key: Carnosine (#15 on the ingredient list), Prunus Mume Flower Extract, Glutathione
27 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration · calmer skin · better barrier support
- Don't count on:
- firmer skin
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Skin tired from various lifestyle habits and external environmental stimuli accumulates reactive oxygen species and glycation products, loses its innate vitality, and comes to experience rough and weak skin.
plausible, not testedClear and strong skin through intensive moisturizing and vitality care
partly backed#11YearsInARow NO.1 #TripleMoisturizingCare
partly backedMoisturizing,Vitality
partly backedAntioxidant & vitality effects strengthened by proprietary ingredients
partly backedContains global proprietary ingredient 1 Seolhwatomyeongdan ™ that delivers clear skin
partly backed11 years in a row NO.1 * Jaum Water, an unrivaled steady seller containing Sulwhasoo wisdom
partly backedHowever, skin that becomes clear and transparent in just 7 days: skin texture + 29 % * transparency + 26 % * * self-scoring results
partly backedTriple care with different depths against various external stimuli: moisturizing-soothing-barrier 10 layers *
partly backedInner skin moisturizing + 105 % * physical irritation damage soothing + 81 % * chemical irritation barrier repair * human application test results
partly backedPowerful antioxidant effect evolved to 99.8%* *Seolhwatomyeongdan™ In-vitro test results
partly backedThe Sulwhasoo Heritage & Science Center combined plum blossom extract with carnosine and glutathione through the convergence of the brand's beauty philosophy and modern science and technology to create 'Seolhwatomyeongdan™', which has powerful revitalizing efficacy.
partly backedNew anti-glycation effect strengthened by 1.4 times *
partly backedA water-gel toner that absorbs refreshingly and moistly. It applies coolly and lightly to the skin and absorbs refreshingly and moistly deep into the skin, delivering a full feeling of moisture.
partly backedClear and strong skin felt after 4 weeks of use: feeling that skin became clearer + 90.9 % * feeling that inner dryness was relieved + 93.9 % * feeling that skin became healthier + 90.9 % * * customer satisfaction results
partly backed* Kantar Korea moisturizing skin & lotion market purchase amount, based on June '13 ~ June '24
partly backedBeyond moisturizing, fundamental well-aging care through antioxidant&anti-glycation
overstatedThe completely renewed Jaum Water EX replenishes the skin with ‘潤, meaning moist/glossy’ and delivers ‘活力, vitality’, offering a fundamental solution for well-aging care.
overstatedSkin-friendly comfort formulation 10 FREE formula
no supporting source found1 Holds patents for plum blossom extract in 5 countries
no supporting source foundThe plum blossom extract obtained through an 8-step process over 160 hours concentrates the life force of nature and delivers vitality to tired skin.
no supporting source foundSeolhwatomyeongdan ™ plum blossom extract global patented ingredient 1 carnosine 99% high purity glutathione 98% high purity * Seolhwatomyeongdan ™ In-vitro test results
no supporting source foundSulwhasoo's proprietary ingredient Jaumdan ®* completed by adding 3 types of oriental herbal plant extracts: soothing-moisturizing-barrier triple care * A representative Sulwhasoo ingredient that activates the skin's innate healthy ability by extracting 5 ingredients, Polygonatum, peony, lotus, lily, and Rehmannia, using Sulwhasoo's proprietary processing method.
no supporting source foundDermatologist test completed
no supporting source foundHypoallergenic test completed
no supporting source foundEssential Line & Yoonjo Essence The start of healthy well-aging care. The Essential Line, which completes clear and firmly radiant skin, provides a more complete effect when used with Yoonjo Essence, a skin-based care.
no supporting source foundClear, rising vitality care. Plum blossom extract. In the green plum blossom buds that bloom through the frozen snow of deep winter, powerful antioxidant & anti-glycation energy is condensed.
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Key: Carnosine (#32 on the ingredient list), Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Niacinamide
It's made for better hydration and less visible pores.
Key: Carnosine (#33 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide, Hydrolyzed DNA 0.2%
4 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration · less visible pores · firmer skin
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A c-PDRN pore cream that adds moisture and elasticity to sagging pores and fills them tightly
partly backedA white gel cream formulation that fills moisture refreshingly and smoothly (without fragrance and colorants)
partly backedc-PDRN 0.2%, ExoPepTM (calendula exosome), HA PlumperTM (spherical hyaluronic acid + ultra-low molecular weight hyaluronic acid)
partly backedDerma Healer
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It's registered in Korea as a functional cosmetic for wrinkle improvement.
Key: Carnosine (#41 on the ingredient list), Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract
35 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- softer-looking fine lines
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration · calmer skin (amount unknown)
- Don't count on:
- firmer skin · better barrier support
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Wrinkle improvement functional cosmetics
backed by evidenceExtreme hydration
plausible, not testedCarnosine Skin soothing · Antioxidant
plausible, not testedA high-moisture sleeping cream that fills deep moisture and hydration overnight
plausible, not testedBy forming a comfortable moisturizing film, it keeps skin moist until the next morning.
partly backedThe velvet-like cream texture densely wraps the skin, delivering extreme moisture from deep within dried skin,
overstatedA sleeping cream specialized for elasticity strengthening through firm barrier care overnight
no supporting source foundSkin barrier strengthening
no supporting source foundElasticity improvement
no supporting source foundA non-collapsing elasticity barrier delivered by a velvet cream texture
no supporting source foundSkin elasticity improvement
no supporting source foundReview satisfaction at its best, as good as the extreme moisturizing power, Muren Sleeping Cream
no supporting source foundAdheres densely to care for a firm elasticity barrier overnight
no supporting source foundWith a rich nourishing feel, it helps soothe and protect skin disturbed by external stimuli during the day, and builds a firm elasticity barrier that does not collapse during the night.
no supporting source foundCell Rejuvenating Solution [Muren's own ingredient] Antioxidant · Anti-aging
no supporting source foundSwiss Alpine Herb Stimulus soothing · Anti-aging
no supporting source foundPulsatilla Koreana Extract Skin heat reduction·soothing
no supporting source foundZanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract Protects skin from the external environment
no supporting source foundA non-collapsing firm elasticity barrier evolved with 3X EFFECT Soothing · Elasticity strengthening · Anti-aging
no supporting source foundWith a precious herb complex sourced from the Swiss high mountains and clean regions, skin stress caused by external stress and soothing
no supporting source foundA peptide naturally found in the human body, it improves skin cell regeneration problems and increases skin elasticity
no supporting source foundMuren's own exclusive ingredient developed with a peptide-specialized R&D institute, it prevents wrinkles and prevents cell aging caused by the external environment
no supporting source foundMuren's own ingredient specialized in wrinkles · antioxidant, Cell Rejuvenating Solution
no supporting source foundLiftDerm™ Wrinkle prevention effect from collagen promotion
no supporting source foundPollux CD™ Prevents and protects against cell aging caused by the external environment
no supporting source foundWith Muren's own exclusive ingredient developed with a peptide-specialized R&D institute, the combination of GHRP-6 of proprietary technology that induces skin cell growth factors and autophagy activation protects skin from external stimuli and helps aging come slowly.
no supporting source foundSoothes skin stressed by external stimuli
no supporting source foundDuring the day, naturally derived ingredients help comfortably soothe skin exhausted by dryness, heat and external stimuli, care for the oil-moisture balance and give vitality to the skin.
no supporting source foundUsnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract Protects dry skin Delivers vitality to exhausted skin
no supporting source foundMaximized barrier care effect elasticity sleeping cream
no supporting source foundIntensive nutrition
nothing specific to checkSkin stress relief
nothing specific to checkMuren's firm barrier recipe that does not collapse
nothing specific to checkUsnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract Delivers vitality
nothing specific to checkAdheres densely to supply nutrition optimized for skin
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It's made for calmer skin.
Key: Carnosine (#44 on the ingredient list), Centella Asiatica Extract, Micrococcus Lysate
48 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- less visible dark spots · softer-looking fine lines · sun protection · calmer skin (amount unknown)
- Don't count on:
- better hydration · better barrier support · less visible pores
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A cooling sun cushion that refreshingly cares for skin heated by the heat of hot summer!
plausible, not testedWith non-nano sized particles larger than skin gaps, UV blocking ingredients are not absorbed into the skin, so there is little skin irritation, making it good for sensitive skin to use too
plausible, not testedBecause it is a big size, it is easier and faster; with a 10cm diameter, it is a big size that is good for generous use on large areas too
plausible, not testedSoft and thin adherence enables natural skin expression
plausible, not testedBecause it is not sticky, light and comfortable all day!
plausible, not testedCooling sensation and skin soothing at the same time! Low-irritation cica cooling sun cushion
partly backedUV protection functionality, whitening·wrinkle improvement functionality, lasting water resistance
partly backedWith Centella asiatica essence and a non-nano inorganic sunscreen formula, flawlessly protects against UV rays
partly backedImmediate (temporary) cooling effect that lowers skin temperature
partly backedSkin temperature -3.48℃ decrease
partly backedContains Centella asiatica essence excellent for skin soothing
partly backedGentle but strong inorganic sunscreen cushion
partly backed5 skincare ingredient patents, 3 protective ingredient patents, 1 cooling ingredient patent
partly backedCompleted 5 types of dermatological tests
partly backedUV blocking lasting effect created by a uniform UV protection barrier; maintains UV blocking for 12 hours
partly backedHaving completed 3 types of dermatological tests, even delicate skin burdened by irritation can be used mildly.
partly backedCompleted “Vegan Certification” by the Korea Vegan Certification Institute
partly backedHelps deep skin moisturization at 2.5mm, including immediate (temporary)
overstatedWe harvest Centella asiatica cultivated by a master of floricultural agricultural technology. The harvested Centella asiatica is low-temperature aged in Ulleungdo deep sea water for 72 hours. After extraction for 4 hours, it is low-temperature immersed over 24 hours.
no supporting source foundUV rays flawlessly! Strong skin protection from infrared rays (heat) and ultrafine dust
no supporting source foundClearly proven UV blocking effect
no supporting source foundWith the patented Tight Shield method, it flawlessly blocks UV rays! With AHC's patented method that forms a protective barrier when exposed to light and heat to protect the skin, it inhibits UVA and UVB transmittance and increases the moisturizing effect.
no supporting source foundUsable for infants aged 3 years and under
no supporting source foundPrevents adhesion of ultrafine dust simulant
no supporting source foundRich moisture with long-lasting moistness
no supporting source foundHelps prevent skin irritation caused by UV rays
no supporting source foundHelps soothe skin irritation caused by UV rays
no supporting source foundHelps improve irritated skin barrier caused by UV rays
no supporting source foundHelps alleviate pigmentation caused by UV rays
no supporting source foundHelps prevent temporary skin barrier irritation from infrared rays (heat)
no supporting source foundHelps soothe temporary skin irritation caused by infrared rays (heat)
no supporting source foundHelps provide a temporary skin soothing effect against mask friction irritation
no supporting source foundHelps temporarily soothe skin irritation caused by external stimuli (physical stimuli) with one use
no supporting source foundHelps improve skin moisture loss, including immediate (temporary)
no supporting source foundHelps improve moisturization up to the 10th layer of the skin stratum corneum
no supporting source foundHelps relieve skin tightness, including immediate (temporary)
no supporting source foundSkin moisture improvement including immediate (temporary)
no supporting source foundHelps improve the lasting power of 24-hour moisture (moisture barrier)
no supporting source foundHelps improve the lasting power of 24-hour moisture loss improvement
no supporting source foundHelps with lasting moisturizing effect against infrared rays (heat)
no supporting source foundHelps with sweatproof effect
no supporting source foundHelps with sandproof effect
no supporting source foundHelps with activityproof effect
no supporting source foundHelps with frictionproof effect
no supporting source foundHelps with mask transfer prevention (touchproof) effect
no supporting source foundHelps improve washability so it is cleansed with only first-step cleansing
no supporting source foundHelps with the lasting power of the 24-hour makeup fixer (preventing makeup lifting) effect
no supporting source foundHelps improve temporary pore number & area of pores expanded by heat
no supporting source found
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| Result | Claims |
|---|---|
| plausible, not tested | 1 of 3 |
| partly backed | 1 of 3 |
| no supporting source found | 1 of 3 |
These are counts of claims, not products. One product can name the same ingredient in several claims, and we checked each one on its own.