Works for
ExfoliationBetaine salicylate, Salix alba bark extract + 1 moreWorks well
“Helps removes dead skin cells, skin impurities and blackheads.”
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: betaine salicylate.
MoisturizingGlycerin, Sodium hyaluronate + 7 moreWorks
“It features Vitamin-rich seaweed extract complex to hydrate and nourish skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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).
Anti-blemishBetaine salicylate, Salix alba bark extract + 2 moreMay help
“Helps removes dead skin cells, skin impurities and blackheads.”
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains betaine salicylate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.2–6.3%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.3–4.9%
- 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 glycol1,2-hexanediol~1.9–2.9%
Betaine salicylate~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Exfoliating acid, a "relative" of salicylic acid
More about Betaine salicylateHizikia fusiforme extract~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Codium fragile extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gelidium cartilagineum extract~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salix alba bark extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractCentella asiatica extract~0.45–1.1%
- 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 extractPortulaca oleracea extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSoy isoflavones~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.15–0.6%
- 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 extractAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.1–0.45%
- 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 juice powderAllantoin~0.05–0.3%
- 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 AllantoinDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizatePanthenol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.15%
Xanthan gum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Betaine salicylate, Hizikia fusiforme extract, Codium fragile extract, Unknown, Gelidium cartilagineum extract, Salix alba bark extract, Centella asiatica extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Soy isoflavones, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Allantoin, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Panthenol, Sodium hydroxide, Xanthan gum
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| ISNTREEClear Skin BHA TonerYOUR PRODUCT | BARULABGreen Tea Melting Pad Portable | face republicAHA/BHA Toner | BYOMAHYDRATING MILKY TONER | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 59% | 59% |
| Price | $11.22 | $3.00−$8.22 | $16.00+$4.78 | $15.28+$4.06 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Arginine | Lactobionic Acid | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: SKIN 1004. Poremizing Fresh AmpouleARITAUM Madecanthenol Toner Pad
Product summary
"ISNTREE - Clear Skin BHA Toner" is effective for: Exfoliation
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing and Anti-blemish, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.35% - 0.80% and glycerin 4.20% - 6.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "ISNTREE" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 22.40A$ in Australia and for 11.22$ 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 19 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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