Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, AllantoinWorks well
“The Miracle Tonic has a gentle exfoliating, antiseptic action on erupted skin.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, AllantoinWorks well
“Sweep across problem areas using cotton wool, or dab on a spot using a cotton bud, to quickly reduce any blemish.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Evens skin toneSalicylic acidNot delivered
This product might help improve the skin tone through exfoliation. In other words, it helps to speed up the shedding of cells from the upper layer of the skin, and this might help reduce hyperpigmentation.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Allantoin, Vitis vinifera fruit extract + 3 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": allantoin, sodium lactate.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Alcohol denat.~7.9–11.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Parfum~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSalicylic acid~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidCitrus limon fruit extract~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractAllantoin~1.5–2.2%
- 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 AllantoinAnanas sativus fruit extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractPassiflora edulis fruit extract~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vitis vinifera fruit extract~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractPentylene glycol~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolMentha piperita extract~0.5–1.15%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Disodium edta~0.15–0.6%
Sodium bisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Sodium lactate~0.05–0.3%
- 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 lactateLimonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCi 17200~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Alcohol denat., Parfum, Salicylic acid, Citrus limon fruit extract, Allantoin, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Passiflora edulis fruit extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Pentylene glycol, Mentha piperita extract, Potassium sorbate, Disodium edta, Sodium bisulfite, Sodium lactate, Limonene, Ci 17200
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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.
| Amanda laceyMiracle TonicYOUR PRODUCT | Paula's choiceResist Anti-Aging Daily Pore-Refining Treatment BHA Full size | CODAGEPurifying Lotion | SkindivisionPHA + BHA Perfecting Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 93% | 93% | 91% |
| Price | — | $40.21 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Lactic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: QMS Medicosmetics Gentle Exfoliant Daily Lotion for All Skin TypesMizon Acence Derma Clearing Toner
Product summary
"Amanda lacey - Miracle Tonic" is effective for: Exfoliation and Anti-blemish
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Salicylic acid (1.70% - 2.50%). This is an oil-soluble exfoliating acid. Because of this property, it can work inside pores and help reduce the congestion. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and is used to treat acne. Because it is a quite strong exfoliator, be careful with using this product too often: it could result in over-exfoliation.
- In addition, this product contains Allantoin (1.50% - 2.20%). Allantoin is helpful in wound-healing and can help restore the skin barrier faster. It might also be able to improve scars, but the evidence is not very strong for this.
- Humectants (allantoin 1.50% - 2.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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