Works for
CleansingPolysorbate 20, Xanthan gum + 2 moreCleanses gently
“BOTA CBD Balancing Micellar Cleansing Toner is a natural astringent mixed with refreshing micellar water that helps reduce the appearance of pores and inflammation while balancing skin tone.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl caprylate, glyceryl undecylenate, polysorbate 20, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Hypericum perforatum flower/leaf/stem extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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%
Polysorbate 20~5.8–7%
Propanediol~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHamamelis virginiana leaf extract~3.6–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractCannabis sativa extract~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideGlycerin~2.2–2.7%
- 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 GlycerinXanthan gum~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBetaine~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePanthenol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTocopheryl acetate~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateCocos nucifera oil~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilPersea gratissima oil~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilSodium hyaluronate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHypericum perforatum flower/leaf/stem extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract (perforate St John's-wort) that might have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be used as a fragrance and be irritating
More about Hypericum perforatum flower/leaf/stem extractChamomilla recutita extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita extractAlthaea officinalis leaf/root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. It can be irritating
More about Althaea officinalis leaf/root extractLonicera caprifolium extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Lonicera japonica flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera japonica flower extractRosa damascena flower extract~0.15–0.25%
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractGlyceryl caprylate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateGlyceryl undecylenate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and helps preserve the product formulation
More about Glyceryl undecylenateIngredient list view
Water, Polysorbate 20, Propanediol, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Cannabis sativa extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Xanthan gum, Betaine, Panthenol, Tocopheryl acetate, Cocos nucifera oil, Persea gratissima oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Hypericum perforatum flower/leaf/stem extract, Unknown, Chamomilla recutita extract, Althaea officinalis leaf/root extract, Lonicera caprifolium extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Rosa damascena flower extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Glyceryl caprylate, Glyceryl undecylenate
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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.
| BOTACBD Balancing Micellar Toner + Witch HazelYOUR PRODUCT | Colleen Rothschild BeautyMicellar Cleansing Water | the Torriden StoreDive in Skin Booster Lotion Hydratante | Oce’aneFacial tonic with aloe Vera | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | — | — | $26.86 | $18.21 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 | Phytosphingosine | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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