Works for
Anti-blemishNiacinamideWorks well
“AHA-hapot kuorivat ihon pintakerrosta, poistaen tukkeutuneita ihohuokosia ja epäpuhtauksia.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
ExfoliationUrea, Lactic acidNot delivered
“AHA-hapot kuorivat ihon pintakerrosta, poistaen tukkeutuneita ihohuokosia ja epäpuhtauksia.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with urea, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Urea, Niacinamide + 9 moreWorks well
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": fructose, 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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, urea
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Niacinamide, Lactic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Lactic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy17 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract + 15 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.4–5.4%
- 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 GlycerinVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~4.2–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractPolysorbate 20~3.1–3.8%
Saccharum officinarum extract~2.6–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~2.1–2.5%
- 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 extractCitrus limon fruit extract~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractAcer saccharum extract~1.4–1.7%
- 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 extractPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilUrea~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaGlycine~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineLactic acid~0.7–1.05%
- 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 acidNiacinamide~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideFructose~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseBisabolol~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololSodium pca~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaTrideceth-9~0.6–0.85%
Propylene glycol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 glycolSodium lactate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateInositol~0.45–0.7%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Disodium edta~0.4–0.6%
Benzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%
Amylcinnamyl alcohol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citral~0.3–0.55%
Citronellol~0.25–0.45%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalEugenol~0.2–0.4%
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalHexyl cinnamal~0.2–0.4%
Benzyl cinnamate~0.2–0.35%
Cinnamyl alcohol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Methyl 2-octynoate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Amyl cinnamal~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Benzyl benzoate~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateGeraniol~0.1–0.15%
Benzyl salicylate~0.1–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIsoeugenol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneFarnesol~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Polysorbate 20, Saccharum officinarum extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Acer saccharum extract, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Urea, Glycine, Lactic acid, Niacinamide, Fructose, Bisabolol, Sodium pca, Trideceth-9, Propylene glycol, Sodium lactate, Inositol, Sodium benzoate, Disodium edta, Benzoic acid, Dehydroacetic acid, Amylcinnamyl alcohol, Citral, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal, Eugenol, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Hexyl cinnamal, Benzyl cinnamate, Cinnamyl alcohol, Methyl 2-octynoate, Amyl cinnamal, Benzyl benzoate, Geraniol, Benzyl salicylate, Phenoxyethanol, Isoeugenol, Limonene, Farnesol
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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.
| Gilda LiljebladActivating AHA TonerYOUR PRODUCT | Skincare by Dr VSuper Hydrating Toner | REVOLUTION SKINCARERetinol Toner | SkindivisionPHA + BHA Perfecting Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 83% | 82% |
| Price | — | $28.00 | $16.04 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Retinol | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Gilda Liljeblad - Activating AHA Toner" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- This product contains acids (lactic acid 0.70% - 1.05%). Their concentration is low, and they will not have a strong exfoliating effect. Instead, they work to support the skin natural acid mantle and to attract water (as humectants). Lactic acid is particularly good in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin and improving the skin barrier.
- Humectants (inositol 0.45% - 0.70%, sodium lactate 0.50% - 0.75%, sodium pca 0.60% - 0.90%, fructose 0.60% - 0.95%, glycine 0.75% - 1.15%, urea 1.00% - 1.30% and glycerin 4.40% - 5.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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