Works for
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Tranexamic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Helps brighten your skin tone while reducing the appearance of blemishes and freckles.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide, tranexamic acid
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: morus bombycis root extract.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Panthenol + 8 moreWorks well
“Offers vitalities to your skin, leaving it moisturized while improving complexion with 11% of Jeju mulberry tree complex and tranexamic-acid.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, glycerin.
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: niacinamide, panthenol
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, AllantoinWorks well
“Mulberry Blemish Clearing Toner”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, TocopherolWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Boswellia carterii oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Morus bombycis extract~5.1–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Morus bombycis root extract~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain arbutin, a compound that has skin-lightening properties. Might have some anti-oxidant activity. Is unlikely to be effective though in the concentrations typically used in skincare products
More about Morus bombycis root extractMorus bombycis leaf extract~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolGlycerin~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinNiacinamide~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePentylene glycol~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPropanediol~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolMorus alba root extract~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tranexamic acid~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is effective in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone. It can also help in skin barrier recovery. It is used to treat melasma, especially with injections and when taken orally
More about Tranexamic acidProtease~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Boswellia carterii oil~0.35–0.8%
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilVetiveria zizanoides root oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Amyris balsamifera bark oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilDaucus carota sativa seed oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect
More about Daucus carota sativa seed oilRose flower oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Flower oil that is used as a fragrance
More about Rose flower oilGaultheria procumbens leaf extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.45%
Choleth-24~0.1–0.45%
Caprylyl glycol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolBetaine~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePanthenol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.3%
Allantoin~0.05–0.2%
- 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 AllantoinTocopherol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolDisodium edta~0.01–0.05%
Xanthan gum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumIngredient list view
Water, Morus bombycis extract, Morus bombycis root extract, Morus bombycis leaf extract, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Pentylene glycol, Propanediol, Morus alba root extract, Tranexamic acid, Protease, Boswellia carterii oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Amyris balsamifera bark oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Rose flower oil, Gaultheria procumbens leaf extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Choleth-24, Caprylyl glycol, Betaine, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Tocopherol, Disodium edta, Xanthan gum
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| A'PIEUMulberry Blemish Clearing TonerYOUR PRODUCT | JUMISOAll Day Vitamin Glow Boost Facial Toner | COSRX5 PDRN B5 Vital Soothing Toner | NellaOneday Whitener White Snow Fermented Water Skin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 98% | 96% | 95% |
| Price | — | $16.45 | $23.00 | $24.40 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid | Alpha-Arbutin | Sodium Hyaluronate |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"A'PIEU - Mulberry Blemish Clearing Toner" is effective for: Evens skin tone, Anti-aging, Moisturizing and Anti-blemish
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (1.40% - 2.10%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Humectants (betaine 0.10% - 0.35% and glycerin 1.80% - 2.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 15.15$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Physiological and Whitening Effects of Morus alba Extractskoreascience.or.kr
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- 5Effect of tranexamic acid on melasma: a clinical trial with histological evaluationonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Tranexamic acid accelerates skin barrier recovery and upregulates occludin in damaged skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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