Works for
MoisturizingDimethicone, Butylene glycol + 3 moreWorks
“Defend suffocated, lacklustre skin against the external stresses of urban life with the City Essence Toner from By Terry ’s anti-pollution skincare collection, Detoxilyn ; a refreshing aqua primer rich in over-active detoxifying, moisturising and energising ingredients.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: dimethicone, palmitic acid.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Parfum, Hexyl cinnamal + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6.7–8.2%
- 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 glycolEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~4.7–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateIsotridecyl isononanoate~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexyl salicylate~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateDimethicone~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethanePentylene glycol~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolDextrin palmitate~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Dextrin palmitatePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerPeg-60 glyceryl isostearate~0.55–0.8%
Parfum~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCarbomer~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerTocopherol~0.4–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolSodium hydroxide~0.35–0.65%
Palmitic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidDisodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.2–0.4%
Linalool~0.2–0.35%
Limonene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneBht~0.2–0.35%
Benzyl salicylate~0.15–0.25%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeGeraniol~0.1–0.15%
Eugenol~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Isotridecyl isononanoate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Dimethicone, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Pentylene glycol, Dextrin palmitate, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Peg-60 glyceryl isostearate, Parfum, Carbomer, Tocopherol, Sodium hydroxide, Palmitic acid, Disodium edta, Hexyl cinnamal, Linalool, Limonene, Bht, Benzyl salicylate, Hydroxycitronellal, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Geraniol, Eugenol
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| BY TERRYDetoxilyn City Essence TonerYOUR PRODUCT | Renee RouleauMoisture Infusion Toner | StriVectinTri-Phase Daily Glow Toner | Piz BuinAfter Sun Instant Relief Mist Spray | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 31% | 30% |
| Price | — | $39.50 | $38.59 | $15.26 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 1 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid | Petrolatum |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 3
- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 6
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