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Laneige Radian-C Cream vs Real Barrier Extreme Cream

Real Barrier Extreme Cream scores 8.6/9.8 vs Laneige Radian-C Cream at 8.2/9.8. Real Barrier Extreme Cream wins for hydration.

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Laneige

Radian-C Cream

moisturisermid-range

8.2

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Niacinamide
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Real Barrier

Extreme Cream

moisturisermid-range

8.6

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Score comparison

Real Barrier Extreme Cream edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.

Laneige wins 1

Tied 2

Real Barrier wins 2

8.2Laneige

+0.4vs

8.6Real Barrier

Scores last verified: April 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Real Barrier WINS

8.2

9.5

Laneige

Real Barrier

Irritation Risk

TIE

9.5

Laneige

Real Barrier

Active Ingredient Strength

Laneige WINS

6.2

5.5

Laneige

Real Barrier

Ingredient Transparency

TIE

8.8

Laneige

Real Barrier

Formulation Safety

Real Barrier WINS

8.0

9.0

Laneige

Real Barrier

Ingredient face-off

62% overlap

21Laneige

13Shared

20Real Barrier

Only in Laneige Radian-C Cream

8 unique

Niacinamide Dimethicone Ascorbyl Glucoside Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Adenosine Disodium Edta Phenoxyethanol Fragrance

Shared ingredients

13 in common

Water Glycerin Cetearyl Alcohol Butylene Glycol Cetearyl Olivate Sorbitan Olivate Sodium Hyaluronate Panthenol Allantoin Carbomer+3 more

Only in Real Barrier Extreme Cream

7 unique

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Squalane Ceramide Np Ceramide Ap Ceramide Eop Cholesterol Phytosphingosine

Why Real Barrier Extreme Cream comes out ahead

Where Real Barrier Extreme Cream really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 9.5 compared to Laneige Radian-C Cream's 8.2. With Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, and Cholesterol in its top ingredients, Real Barrier Extreme Cream delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.

Formulation Safety is another area of separation. Real Barrier Extreme Cream scores 9.0 here versus 8.0 for Laneige Radian-C Cream. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Real Barrier Extreme Cream brings Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, and Ceramide Eop as actives, while laneige Radian-C Cream relies on Niacinamide, Ascorbyl Glucoside, and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Laneige Radian-C Cream is better if you have

Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Real Barrier Extreme Cream is better if you have

Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

Both sit in the mid-range bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. Real Barrier Extreme Cream gets the nod here with its 8.6 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict

+0.4 lead

Real Barrier Extreme Cream edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Laneige Radian-C Cream is still a solid pick.

8.2Laneige

8.6Real Barrier

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Laneige Radian-C Cream or Real Barrier Extreme Cream?

Based on ingredient analysis, Real Barrier Extreme Cream scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Laneige Radian-C Cream and Real Barrier Extreme Cream share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between Laneige Radian-C Cream and Real Barrier Extreme Cream?

The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.

Full analysis: Laneige Radian-C Cream→Full analysis: Real Barrier Extreme Cream→

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