Elizabeth Grant Torricelumn Absolute Toner
Works for
Anti-agingCaprooyl tetrapeptide-3, Algae extract + 4 moreMay help
“Firm and purify the look of skin with this refining toner.”
This product contains caprooyl tetrapeptide-3. 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.
ExfoliationCopper gluconate, Zinc gluconate + 1 moreNot delivered
“It cleanses the pores, making them appear smaller while gently removing dry, dull-looking skin.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Caprooyl tetrapeptide-3, Glycerin + 12 moreWorks well
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
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. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
algae extract, dextran.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: algae extract.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: caprooyl tetrapeptide-3
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Ascorbic acid/orange/citrus limon/citrus aurantifolia polypeptides + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractGlycerin~3.5–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinPropylene glycol~2.7–4%
- 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 glycolPolysorbate 20~2–3%
Ascorbic acid/orange/citrus limon/citrus aurantifolia polypeptides~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Moringa pterygosperma seed extract~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Moringa pterygosperma seed extractTocopherol/wheat polypeptides~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Retinyl palmitate/carrot polypeptide~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Caprooyl tetrapeptide-3~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Caprooyl tetrapeptide-3Algae extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractAscorbyl glucoside~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.3–0.75%
- 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 flower extractCopper gluconate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateMagnesium aspartate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
More about Magnesium aspartateCaviar extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zinc gluconate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconatePanthenol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceAlcohol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholDiazolidinyl urea~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Works by releasing formaldehyde. Can be irritating
More about Diazolidinyl ureaDextran~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar
More about DextranPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTriethanolamine~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineParfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumButylene glycol~0.1–0.45%
- 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 glycolAllantoin~0.1–0.4%
- 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 AllantoinLimonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Citric acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Ci 19140~0.05–0.15%
Ci 16035~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Polysorbate 20, Ascorbic acid/orange/citrus limon/citrus aurantifolia polypeptides, Moringa pterygosperma seed extract, Tocopherol/wheat polypeptides, Retinyl palmitate/carrot polypeptide, Caprooyl tetrapeptide-3, Algae extract, Ascorbyl glucoside, Sodium hyaluronate, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Copper gluconate, Magnesium aspartate, Caviar extract, Zinc gluconate, Panthenol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Alcohol, Diazolidinyl urea, Dextran, Phenoxyethanol, Triethanolamine, Parfum, Butylene glycol, Allantoin, Limonene, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Ci 19140, Ci 16035
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| Elizabeth GrantTorricelumn Absolute TonerYOUR PRODUCT | NeutrogenaSkin Perfecting Dry Skin Liquid Face Exfoliant | Nature QueenSoothing Toner | L300Balancing Toner with Prebiotic | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 48% | 48% | 47% |
| Price | — | $17.90 | — | $10.17 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Urea | Urea |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Elizabeth Grant - Torricelumn™ Absolute Toner" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (caprooyl tetrapeptide-3 0.85% - 1.25%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (dextran 0.15% - 0.50%, sodium hyaluronate 0.35% - 0.85%, algae extract 0.55% - 1.25% and glycerin 3.50% - 5.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Elizabeth Grant" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 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
- 5The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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