Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Propylene glycol + 2 moreWorks well
“Sodium Hyaluronate is a powerful humectant and moisturizer that provides moisture to the surface of the skin, keeping it from feeling taut and dehydrated”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": panthenol, caprylyl glycol.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
ExfoliationAllantoinNot delivered
“Infused with a cocktail of beneficial ingredients, including Aloe Vera, Vitamin C and Ginseng Root Extract, the ultra-hydrating toner delivers an enzymatic exfoliating action that gently dislodges away dead, dull surface cells to improve skin texture.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Ammonium lauryl sulfate~11–13%
Ammonium laureth sulfate~6.1–7.4%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineCocamide dea~2.3–2.8%
Lauramide dea~1.9–2.3%
Lauryl glucoside~1.9–2.3%
Ammonium xylenesulfonate~1.2–1.5%
Propylene glycol~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPanthenol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPotassium sorbate~0.25–0.5%
Hexylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolAllantoin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinCi 47005~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 15985~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Ammonium lauryl sulfate, Ammonium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Cocamide dea, Lauramide dea, Lauryl glucoside, Ammonium xylenesulfonate, Propylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Panthenol, Potassium sorbate, Hexylene glycol, Allantoin, Ci 47005, Ci 15985
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| 3LABPerfect Beautifying TonerYOUR PRODUCT | L300Balancing Toner with Prebiotic | Paula's choiceHydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner | ZiajaonlineZiaja Sensitive Skin Enzyme Peeling | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 61% | 60% |
| Price | — | $10.17 | — | $7.31 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Urea | Bisabolol | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Skincare by Dr V Super Hydrating TonerBenton Fermentation Essence
Product summary
"3LAB - Perfect Beautifying Toner" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory and Anti-aging
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Adenosine 1.40% - 2.10%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate in this product (0.45% - 1.05%) can also further help improve the skin barrier. It might be able to calm down inflammation and reduce sensitivity. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate is an active compound from the licorice root.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.55% - 1.35%, hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans 0.40% - 0.90%, glycerin 3.20% - 4.90% and algae extract 1.80% - 2.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 90.00$ in the United States, for 94.90£ in the United Kingdom and for 93.00CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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