Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Saccharum officinarum extract + 4 moreWorks well
“Suitable for daily use, this sub-acidic toner contains cucumber water to hydrate, refresh and soothe dry skin, as well as gentle exfoliants like sugar cane extract and citric acid to smooth and soften dull skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, 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: panthenol
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Sugarcane extract- Apart from hydrating and anti-aging benefits, a regular application of sugarcane extracts has been found effective in curing skin problems like acne.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Suitable for daily use, this sub-acidic toner contains cucumber water to hydrate, refresh and soothe dry skin, as well as gentle exfoliants like sugar cane extract and citric acid to smooth and soften dull skin.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“The alpha-hydroxy acids present in sugarcane can heal acne naturally without drying out your skin .”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Citric Acid- Has been clinically proven to improve the appearance of pigmentation and dark spots on the skin.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Cucumis sativus fruit water~22–34%
Water~13–19%
Propanediol~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about Propanediol1,2-hexanediol~1.3–1.9%
Pyrus malus fruit water~2.4–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharum officinarum extract~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractGlycerin~1.2–1.8%
- 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 GlycerinBetaine~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePanthenol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPantolactone~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactoneCitric acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.05–0.2%
- 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 citrateDisodium edta~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Cucumis sativus fruit water, Water, Propanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, Pyrus malus fruit water, Saccharum officinarum extract, Glycerin, Betaine, Panthenol, Pantolactone, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Disodium edta
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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.
| KlairsDaily Skin Softening WaterYOUR PRODUCT | BIODANCEFirst Synergy Toner | Dr. Jart+Vital Hydra Solution Biome Essence With Intensive Blue Shot | ROUND LABSoybean Nourishing Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 60% | 60% |
| Price | $6.96 | $19.58+$12.62 | $19.50+$12.54 | $14.39+$7.43 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Chondrus Crispus Extract | Niacinamide | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: JUMISO All Day Vitamin Glow Boost Facial Tonerface republic AHA/BHA Toner
Product summary
"Klairs - Daily Skin Softening Water" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 0.45% - 1.05%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
- Humectants (pantolactone 0.35% - 0.80%, panthenol 0.45% - 1.05%, glycerin 1.20% - 1.80% and betaine 0.90% - 1.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Klairs" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 24.04£ up to 26.00£ in the United Kingdom, for 3499.99KSH in Kenya, from 42.00A$ up to 45.00A$ in Australia, from 36.00CA$ up to 45.50CA$ in Canada and from 6.96$ up to 32.00$ 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 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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