Works for
CleansingPolysorbate 80Can be harsh
“Fortified with an antioxidant-rich blend of Parsley Seed, Blue Chamomile and Lavender Stem, the lightweight tonic glides over the face and neck to eliminate traces of dirt and impurities after cleansing, whilst Witch Hazel refines pores and prepares for moisturiser.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishAloe barbadensis leaf juice, Camellia sinensis leaf extractNot delivered
“As a part of its blend, soothing chamomile and natural tonic witch hazel combined with green tea and parsley seed extracts aid in reducing skin blemishes and evening out skin tone.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~6.3–9.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juicePolysorbate 80~3.6–5.4%
Sodium lactate~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateHamamelis virginiana water~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLavandula angustifolia oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSorbitol~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolPanthenol~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolDisodium edta~0.5–1%
Ormenis multicaulis oil~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.8%
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractChamomilla recutita flower oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower oilDehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.35%
Carum petroselinum seed oil~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLinalool~0.05–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Polysorbate 80, Sodium lactate, Hamamelis virginiana water, Phenoxyethanol, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Benzyl alcohol, Sorbitol, Panthenol, Disodium edta, Ormenis multicaulis oil, Benzoic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Dehydroacetic acid, Carum petroselinum seed oil, Citric acid, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol
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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.
| AesopParsley Seed Anti-Oxidant TonerYOUR PRODUCT | PCA SKINHydrating Toner | ObagiSUZANOBAGIMD Balancing Toner | NiveaMicellAIR Micellar Water for Sensitive Skin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 35% | 33% |
| Price | ≈ $63.06 | $11.50≈ −$51.56 | $40.00≈ −$23.06 | $4.81≈ −$58.25 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 | 1 of 4 | 1 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Biosaccharide Gum-1 | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Neutrogena Visibly Clear Spot Proofing Purifying TonerDr. Barbara Sturm Balancing Toner
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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