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Cate Murphy
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Data breakouts

Below are two small, zoomed-in slices of the dataset with side-by-side analysis. These will help you decide which brands fit your skin concerns.

For Barrier Support and Soothing

Selected rows from the dataset (barrier/soothing focused)
Brand Signature focus Hero ingredients Price tier
Etude SoonJungBarrierPanthenol, madecassosideBudget
IlliyoonBarrierCeramidesBudget–Mid
Dr. Jart+SoothingCicaMid–Premium

What this suggests

  • Barrier brands repeatedly feature ceramides/panthenol/cica.
  • Price tier varies: you can get barrier support without premium pricing.
  • If your skin is reactive, “barrier-first” brands are often a safer starting point than heavy actives.

For Acne and Oil Rescue

Selected rows from the dataset (acne/oil focused)
Brand Signature focus Hero ingredients Price tier
Some By MiAcne/OilAHA/BHA/PHABudget–Mid
AnuaSoothing/AcneHeartleafMid
COSRXAcne/OilBHA, snail mucinBudget–Mid

What this suggests

  • Acne-focused brands often center on chemical exfoliants (BHA/AHA/PHA).
  • “Soothing acne” brands lean into heartleaf / cica to reduce irritation.
  • Many acne lines sit in budget–mid, making them accessible for students.