HydroPeptide Travel-Size Pre-Treatment Face Toner
Works for
ExfoliationGluconolactone, Allantoin + 1 moreWorks well
“The gentle exfoliation aids in smoothing and evening out discoloration while also working to remove makeup residue and pollutants.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: gluconolactone.
CleansingPolysorbate 20, Xanthan gum + 2 moreCan be harsh
“The gentle exfoliation aids in smoothing and evening out discoloration while also working to remove makeup residue and pollutants.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people decyl glucoside.
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?
Irritancy14 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis callus culture extract, Citral + 12 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Polysorbate 20~4.5–5.5%
Glycerin~3.8–4.7%
- 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 GlycerinSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Calcium gluconate~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateXanthan gum~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitrus aurantium dulcis callus culture extract~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Gluconolactone~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactonePhenethyl alcohol~1.2–1.4%
Caprylyl glycol~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.7–1.05%
Propanediol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDecyl glucoside~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideLauryl glucoside~0.6–0.85%
Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractCitric 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 acidLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateMenthyl ethylamido oxalate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a cooling sensation on the skin. Does not have a skin benefit
More about Menthyl ethylamido oxalateCitral~0.3–0.6%
Limonene~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCitrus limon peel extract~0.3–0.5%
Citrus paradisi fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.25–0.45%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantifolia peel extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus nobilis fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus tangerina peel extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Barosma betulina leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractVitis vinifera fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.25–0.5%
- 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 extractPhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPseudoalteromonas ferment extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium salicylate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
The salt of salicylic acid. Helps exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can also work to preserve cosmetic products
More about Sodium salicylateAcetyl hexapeptide-30~0.25–0.5%
- 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 Acetyl hexapeptide-30Arginine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineArbutin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
More about ArbutinMagnesium ascorbyl phosphate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateSodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Acer saccharum extract~0.25–0.5%
- 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 extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- 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~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- 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 extractSaccharum officinarum extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractLactic acid~0.25–0.45%
- 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 acidCamellia oleifera leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractAllantoin~0.2–0.4%
- 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 AllantoinGeranium maculatum extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains an essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Geranium maculatum extractSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractMorus alba leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arginine/lysine polypeptide~0.15–0.25%
- 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 Arginine/lysine polypeptideSorbic acid~0.15–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholHydrolyzed soy protein~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinIngredient list view
Water, Polysorbate 20, Glycerin, Sodium benzoate, Calcium gluconate, Xanthan gum, Citrus aurantium dulcis callus culture extract, Gluconolactone, Phenethyl alcohol, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propanediol, Decyl glucoside, Lauryl glucoside, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Citric acid, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Menthyl ethylamido oxalate, Citral, Limonene, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Citrus limon peel extract, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit extract, Citrus aurantifolia peel extract, Citrus nobilis fruit extract, Citrus tangerina peel extract, Barosma betulina leaf extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Phenoxyethanol, Pseudoalteromonas ferment extract, Sodium salicylate, Acetyl hexapeptide-30, Arginine, Arbutin, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Sodium metabisulfite, Acer saccharum extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Lactic acid, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Allantoin, Geranium maculatum extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Morus alba leaf extract, Arginine/lysine polypeptide, Sorbic acid, Potassium sorbate, Benzyl alcohol, Hydrolyzed soy protein
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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.
| HydroPeptideTravel-Size Pre-Treatment Face TonerYOUR PRODUCT | SkinstitutL-Lactic Cleanser 4% | SkingredientsPreProbiotic Cleanser | PCA SKINSmoothing Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | — | $36.52 | — | $48.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 16 | 5 of 16 | 2 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Myristyl Myristate | — |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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More alternatives: Beautycounter All Bright Triple Acid AHA TonerCinch Skin Cleanse + Glow Micellar Water
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