
“Rich Routine Balance Toner”
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:
carnosine, 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: dimethicone, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
“3 rd generation hypoallergenic peeling ingredient PHA smoothly removes dead skin cells to smooth skin texture.”
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.
This product contains antioxidants (carnosine) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - centella asiatica extract, ficus carica fruit extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
This product contains carnosine, centella asiatica extract. These ingredients 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.
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Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolA 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 extractA 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 extractA 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 extractA 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 extractA complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating
More about Propolis extractHelps 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 lecithinAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilUsed 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 glycolUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps 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 citrateCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidA typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenA 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 npOne 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 GlycerinAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneCan 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 AlcoholForms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateHelps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 stearateA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateA 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 GluconolactoneA type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage
More about CarnosineHelps oil and water mix together and workd as a cleanser
More about Disodium stearoyl glutamateAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumWater, Propanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, Centella asiatica extract, Ficus carica fruit extract, Ulmus davidiana root extract, Amaranthus caudatus seed extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Propolis extract, Fish extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Octyldodeceth-16, Butylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Sodium citrate, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Hydrolyzed elastin, Hydrolyzed collagen, Ceramide np, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Dimethicone, Squalane, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Alcohol, Isononyl isononanoate, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Stearic acid, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Inulin lauryl carbamate, Gluconolactone, Carnosine, Disodium stearoyl glutamate, Parfum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
| looksnmeiiRich Routine Balance TonerYOUR PRODUCT | the Torriden StoreBalanceful Peeling Toner | Herbivore BotanicalsMilky Way 10% AHA + Oat Soothing Exfoliating Serum | HerbivoreMilky Way 10% AHA + Oat Soothing Exfoliating Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 48% | 46% | 46% |
| Price | — | $17.22 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 13 | 4 of 13 | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Lactic Acid | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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