Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid ~0.2–0.4%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“Balances and evens your complexion, reducing blemishes.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Evens skin toneLactic acid ~0.35–0.6%, below the ~2% it needsUnder-dosed
“The powder phase minimises your pores with its mattifying and sebum-absorbing formula, the microorganisms-infused formulation evening your skin tone and normalising blemishes.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-agingSide benefit · Lysine, Lactic acidMay help
This product contains lysine. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Glycine + 11 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glutamic acid, 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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 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%
Glycerin~4.5–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinKaolin~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinPropylene glycol~2.9–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolButylene glycol~1.8–2.2%
- 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 glycolAlcohol denat.~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Silica~1.6–1.9%
Ppg-26-buteth-26~1.1–1.4%
Parfum~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilSodium hydroxide~0.55–0.8%
Citric acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.65%
Malic acid~0.35–0.65%
Lactic acid~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidTetrasodium edta~0.35–0.6%
Methylpropanediol~0.3–0.55%
Benzophenone-4~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Ci 77891~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium pca~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaMaltodextrin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinGlucose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about Glucose4-terpineol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentylene glycol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolGlycine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineSalicylic acid~0.2–0.4%
- 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 acidAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeSyringa vulgaris extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Barosma betulina leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glutamic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidLysine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about LysineSalix alba bark extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractTris(tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) citrate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Allantoin~0.15–0.3%
- 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 AllantoinHydrolyzed rice protein~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinSodium chloride~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.25%
Ci 42090~0.1–0.2%
Ci 15985~0.05–0.1%
Ci 16035~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Kaolin, Propylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene glycol, Alcohol denat., Silica, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Parfum, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Malic acid, Lactic acid, Tetrasodium edta, Methylpropanediol, Benzophenone-4, Ci 77891, Sodium pca, Maltodextrin, Glucose, 4-terpineol, Pentylene glycol, Glycine, Salicylic acid, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Syringa vulgaris extract, Barosma betulina leaf extract, Glutamic acid, Lysine, Salix alba bark extract, Tris(tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) citrate, Sodium benzoate, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Sodium chloride, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Potassium sorbate, Ci 19140, Ci 42090, Ci 15985, Ci 16035
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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.
| DIBI MilanoPure Equalizer Bi-Phasic TonerYOUR PRODUCT | MizonGood Bye Blemish Fresh Toner | Paula's choiceHydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner | CURESYSApple Vinegar Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 77% | 75% | 75% |
| Price | — | $14.29 | — | $23.31 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Panthenol | Gluconolactone |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: MISSHA Time Revolution Clear TonerNivea Derma Skin Clear Toner
Product summary
"DIBI Milano - Pure Equalizer Bi-Phasic Toner" could be helpful for: Anti-aging and Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer 0.15% - 0.25%, glutamic acid 0.25% - 0.45%, glycine 0.20% - 0.40%, sodium pca 0.25% - 0.45% and glycerin 4.50% - 5.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 29.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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