Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment + 18 moreWorks well
“8 kinds of Hyaluronic Acid offers deep moisturization, keeping skin fully hydrated all day long.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
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. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
betaine, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: chondrus crispus extract.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermented sweet black tea. There is no studies on particular benefits of this ingredient in skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, and might have some anti-oxidant effect. It is used in skincare for mostly marketing purposes because of the popularity of kombucha drinks
More about Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea fermentWater~12–18%
Propanediol~4.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~3–4.6%
- 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.45–1.1%
Betaine~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineGlycereth-26~1.3–1.9%
Panthenol~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHydroxyethyl urea~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A synthetic humectant made from urea. It pulls water into the upper layer of the skin about as well as glycerin, but without glycerin's stickiness. Unlike urea, it has not been shown to exfoliate. Lab and animal tests suggest a low risk of irritation at the levels used in products.
More about Hydroxyethyl ureaChondrus crispus extract~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractGlyceryl glucoside~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help to restore skin barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Glyceryl glucosideSaccharum officinarum extract~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.9%
Butylene glycol~0.35–0.85%
- 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 glycolTromethamine~0.35–0.8%
Dextrin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinTheobroma cacao seed extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Allantoin~0.2–0.7%
- 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 AllantoinGlucose~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseCynanchum atratum extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beta-glucan~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAlthaea rosea flower extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateHyaluronic acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidHydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerPotassium hyaluronate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment, Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Betaine, Glycereth-26, Panthenol, Hydroxyethyl urea, Chondrus crispus extract, Glyceryl glucoside, Saccharum officinarum extract, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene glycol, Tromethamine, Dextrin, Theobroma cacao seed extract, Allantoin, Glucose, Cynanchum atratum extract, Beta-glucan, Sodium hyaluronate, Althaea rosea flower extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Potassium hyaluronate
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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.
| KAINEKombu Balancing Ampoule TonerYOUR PRODUCT | BIODANCEFirst Synergy Toner | Dr. Jart+Vital Hydra Solution Biome Essence With Intensive Blue Shot | AcadermaEquilibria - Stabilizing Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 63% | 57% | 56% |
| Price | $14.48 | $19.34+$4.86 | $19.50+$5.02 | $30.00+$15.52 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 11 of 16 | 7 of 16 | 7 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans | Niacinamide | Erythritol |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: COSRX Hydrium Watery TonerARZTIN A-Cera Barrier Ampoule Toner
Product summary
"KAINE - Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner" is effective for: Moisturizing and Exfoliation
Ingredient callouts
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 0.35% (declared) concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.40% - 1.00%, sodium acetylated hyaluronate 0.05% - 0.25%, hydroxyethyl urea 0.30% - 0.75%, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 0.35% - 0.85%, hyaluronic acid 0.35% - 0.85%, glyceryl glucoside 0.20% - 0.75%, glycerin 3.00% - 4.60%, betaine 1.40% - 2.10% and panthenol 0.35% (declared)). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 14.95A$ in Australia and for 14.48$ 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 30 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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