Works for
MoisturizingCeramide np, Ulmus davidiana root extract + 4 moreWorks well
“Although this toner focuses on reducing acne, it still hydrates skin with a refreshing moisture.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: ceramide np, pentylene glycol.
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Alleviating redness, improving skin tone and quashing the risk of further blemish formations, the formula harnesses the nourishing, strengthening and anti-ageing properties of powerful antiseptic Bay Leaf extract, vitamin-packed Arugula extract and brightening Apple extract.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-blemishCentella asiatica extractNot delivered
“The Holika Holika AC Mild Toner is specifically developed for problematic skin, which is prone to breakouts and inflammation.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, Ficus carica fruit extract + 3 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract, ficus carica fruit extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Centella asiatica extractMay help
This product contains centella asiatica extract. 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Alcohol, Chrysanthemum morifolium flower extract + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Alcohol~8.1–9.9%
- 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 AlcoholPropanediol~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAmaranthus caudatus seed extract~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentylene glycol~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolUlmus davidiana root extract~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant root extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might have an anti-inflammatory effect and could help neturalize free radicals in skin
More about Ulmus davidiana root extractPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCeramide np~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCentella asiatica extract~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractFicus carica fruit extract~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect
More about Ficus carica fruit extractHydrogenated lecithin~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinChrysanthemum morifolium flower extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Chrysanthemum morifolium flower extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractSodium citrate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateLaurus nobilis leaf extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mentha piperita extract~0.45–0.7%
Eruca sativa leaf extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.55%
Citric acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Parfum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilCitrus aurantium dulcis oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilButylene glycol~0.15–0.25%
- 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 glycolCitrus limon fruit oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilCymbopogon schoenanthus oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cymbopogon nardus oil~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Geranium maculatum oil~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Alcohol, Propanediol, Amaranthus caudatus seed extract, Pentylene glycol, Ulmus davidiana root extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ceramide np, Centella asiatica extract, Ficus carica fruit extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Chrysanthemum morifolium flower extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Sodium citrate, Laurus nobilis leaf extract, Mentha piperita extract, Eruca sativa leaf extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Parfum, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Butylene glycol, Citrus limon fruit oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil, Cymbopogon nardus oil, Geranium maculatum oil
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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.
| Holika HolikaAC MILD TonerYOUR PRODUCT | NATURE REPUBLICSuper Aqua Max Watery Toner - Korean Skincare | REYENA16Aqua Bubble Blossom Toner | Thank You FarmerBakuvita Treatment Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 65% | 64% |
| Price | — | $21.71 | $14.24 | $19.84 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Betaine | Oatmeal Extract | Ascorbic Acid Polypeptide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Holika Holika - AC MILD Toner" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory and Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Ceramides (ceramide np 1.40% - 1.70%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Price
The product retails for 21.95$ in the United States and for 21.95£ in the United Kingdom.
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