Works for
CleansingNo ingredient credited for this claimCan be harsh
“Infused with peppermint extract, this works to cleanse away dirt and residue while balancing the skin's natural pH levels, creating a healthy environment for a smooth, fresh complexion that's none to beat.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that 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?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Alcohol, Mentha arvensis extract + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Alcohol~8.2–10%
- 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 AlcoholButylene glycol~4.3–5.2%
- 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 glycolBetaine~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineMentha arvensis extract~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Vaccinium myrtillus fruit/leaf extract~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharum officinarum extract~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractCitrus limon fruit extract~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractChamaecyparis obtusa water~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ginkgo biloba leaf extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractAcer saccharum extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractGentiana lutea root extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help strengthen the skin barrier function and improve skin moisture levels
More about Gentiana lutea root extractArtemisia absinthium extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arnica montana flower extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractAchillea millefolium extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractGlycereth-26~0.25–0.45%
Glycerin~0.25–0.45%
- 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 GlycerinEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAcetic acid~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.05–0.1%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Alcohol, Butylene glycol, Betaine, Mentha arvensis extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit/leaf extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Chamaecyparis obtusa water, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Acer saccharum extract, Gentiana lutea root extract, Artemisia absinthium extract, Arnica montana flower extract, Achillea millefolium extract, Glycereth-26, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, Acetic acid, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| Etude HouseWonder Pore FreshnerYOUR PRODUCT | the SKIN HOUSEWrinkle-away Fermented Essence | Q+ANiacinamide Daily Toner | the Torriden StoreDive in Skin Booster Lotion Hydratante | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | — | $27.80 | $8.03 | $26.86 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Phytosphingosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: SWANICOCO Multi Solution Vitamin TonerDarphin Intral Daily Micellar Toner
Product summary
"Etude House - Wonder Pore Freshner" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 1.60% - 2.40%, betaine 4.40% - 6.50% and glycerin 3.60% - 5.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 14.50A$ up to 42.00A$ in Australia and from 10.30$ up to 17.30$ 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Cosmeceutical Critique: Ginkgo Bilobamdedge.com
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