MEDI-PEEL

MEDI-PEEL Apple-Tox Pore Toner

Name: MEDI-PEEL - Apple-Tox Pore Toner
Brand: MEDI-PEEL

Efficacy87/100IrritancyHigh

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Anti-aging

Niacinamide, Adenosine + 2 more

Works well

What the product description says

“Formulated with Niacinamide and Adenosine to help brighten dull skin tone and improve the appearance of wrinkles.”

Source: Yesstyle

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.

Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.

NiacinamideKey activeEffect: HighIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production~2.3–2.8%

AdenosineKey activeEffect: HighMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)~0.45–0.7%

Beta-glucanEffect: LowHelps 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~0.3–0.55%

Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation~0.3–0.6%

Moisturizing

Niacinamide, Panthenol + 16 more

Works well

What the product description says

“Blends with green fruit complex to gently exfoliate the skin with AHA while providing moisturization.”

Source: Yesstyle

This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": anhydroxylitol, 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: niacinamide, panthenol

NiacinamideHeroEffect: HighIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production~2.3–2.8%

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.9–1.1%

Pyrus malus fruit extractKey activeEffect: MediumCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content~3.5–4.2%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~2.9–3.6%

XylitylglucosideKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function~0.45–0.65%

AnhydroxylitolKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function~0.45–0.65%

AdenosineKey activeEffect: MediumMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)~0.45–0.7%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.4–0.6%

Beta-glucanKey activeEffect: HighHelps 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~0.3–0.55%

Vitis vinifera fruit extractKey activeEffect: MediumA 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~0.3–0.55%

Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrateKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumA yeast extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and can help attract water to its upper layers~0.3–0.55%

Ulmus davidiana root extractKey activeEffect: MediumA 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~0.3–0.55%

Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractKey activeEffect: MediumA fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking~0.3–0.55%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~1.4–1.7%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~1.2–1.4%

Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~0.35–0.65%

Aloe barbadensis extract· HumectantEffect: LowTraditionally 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~0.3–0.55%

Evens skin tone

Niacinamide, Pancratium maritimum extract + 3 more

Works well

What the product description says

“Formulated with Niacinamide and Adenosine to help brighten dull skin tone and improve the appearance of wrinkles.”

Source: Yesstyle

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: pancratium maritimum extract, prunus mume fruit extract.

Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.

Pancratium maritimum extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It might help reduce hyperpigmentation~0.2–0.35%

Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractEffect: LowAn enzyme-based exfoliant~0.3–0.55%

Prunus mume fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence of effectiveness is lacking~0.1–0.15%

Exfoliation

Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract

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What the product description says

“Blends with green fruit complex to gently exfoliate the skin with AHA while providing moisturization.”

Source: Yesstyle

This product might help exfoliate the skin with lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, but This ingredient is not the most effective.

Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractEffect: LowAn enzyme-based exfoliant~0.3–0.55%

Anti-blemish

Not advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, Beta-glucan + 1 more

Works well

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate, Ficus carica fruit extract + 16 more

May help

This product contains antioxidants (ficus carica fruit extract, saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrateKey activeEffect: MediumA yeast extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and can help attract water to its upper layers~0.3–0.55%

Ficus carica fruit extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect~0.3–0.55%

Pyrus malus fruit extractEffect: LowCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content~3.5–4.2%

AdenosineEffect: LowMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)~0.45–0.7%

Cucumis melo fruit extractEffect: LowA fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties~0.3–0.55%

Actinidia chinensis fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking~0.3–0.6%

Coffea arabica seed extractEffect: LowMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin~0.3–0.55%

Ulmus davidiana root extractEffect: LowA 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~0.3–0.55%

Punica granatum fruit extractEffect: LowA fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties~0.3–0.55%

Vitis vinifera fruit extractEffect: LowA 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~0.3–0.55%

Pancratium maritimum extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It might help reduce hyperpigmentation~0.2–0.35%

Calendula officinalis flower extractEffect: LowA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating~0.15–0.25%

Prunus mume fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence of effectiveness is lacking~0.1–0.15%

Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking~0.1–0.15%

Polygonum cuspidatum root extractEffect: Low, below effective doseA plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the product~0.3–0.6%

Citrullus lanatus fruit extractEffect: Low, below effective doseA plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound~0.3–0.55%

Camellia sinensis leaf extractUnder-dosedCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation~0.3–0.6%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

6 strong irritants: Illicium verum fruit extract, Parfum + 4 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 30 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Illicium verum fruit extractAnise fruit extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.55–0.8%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.35–0.6%est.

Citrus unshiu peel extract—High~0.3–0.55%est.

Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractAn enzyme-based exfoliantHigh~0.3–0.55%est.

Punica granatum fruit extractA fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant propertiesHigh~0.3–0.55%est.

Oenothera biennis flower extractUsed as a fragranceHigh~0.3–0.55%est.

Ulmus davidiana root 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 skinHigh~0.3–0.55%est.

Actinidia chinensis fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lackingHigh~0.3–0.6%est.

Symphytum officinale leaf extractA plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effectHigh~0.3–0.55%est.

Equisetum arvense extractA plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.55%est.

Ci 19140A yellow dyeHigh~0.2–0.4%est.

Pancratium maritimum extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It might help reduce hyperpigmentationHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

Calendula officinalis flower extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.25%est.

Pyrus malus fruit extractCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar contentMedium~3.5–4.2%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.6–0.95%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~1.2–1.4%est.

Polyglyceryl-10 laurateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.65–1%est.

Caprylyl/capryl glucosideHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agentMedium~0.6–0.85%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.45–0.65%est.

Vitis vinifera fruit 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 seedsMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Polygonum cuspidatum root extractA plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the productMedium~0.3–0.6%est.

Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~0.35–0.65%est.

Ficus carica fruit extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effectMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Cucumis melo fruit extractA fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant propertiesMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Citrullus lanatus fruit extractA plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compoundMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Aloe barbadensis extractTraditionally 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 skinMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Cucumis sativus extract—Medium~0.3–0.55%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Ci 42090A colorant (dye)Medium~0.15–0.25%est.

Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lackingMedium~0.1–0.15%est.

Comedogenic

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Pyrus malus fruit extract~3.5–4.2%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content

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Propanediol~3.8–4.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Glycerin~2.9–3.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Niacinamide~2.3–2.8%

Hero · Moisturizing, Anti-blemish

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-blemishMoisturizingReduces irritationAntibacterialAnti-inflammatoryReduces redness

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

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1,2-hexanediol~0.6–0.95%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Glycereth-26~1.6–1.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps create a thicker product consistency

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Butylene glycol~1.4–1.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Caprylyl glycol~1.2–1.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Panthenol~0.9–1.1%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Polyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.65–1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Illicium verum fruit extract~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Anise fruit extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Polyglyceryl-4 laurate~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Adenosine~0.45–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingMoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)

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Caprylyl/capryl glucoside~0.6–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent

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Disodium edta~0.45–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Xylitylglucoside~0.45–0.65%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

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Anhydroxylitol~0.45–0.65%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.4–0.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Parfum~0.35–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Carbon~0.35–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Water~0.3–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Xylitol~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

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Vitis vinifera fruit extract~0.3–0.55%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

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

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Diospyros kaki leaf extract~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Beta-glucan~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryReduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-blemish

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

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Carthamus tinctorius flower extract~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Coffea arabica seed extract~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin

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Polygonum cuspidatum root extract~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the product

More about Polygonum cuspidatum root extract

Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.3–0.6%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAntibacterialAnti-agingMoisturizingAnti-blemishEvens skin tone

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

More about Camellia sinensis leaf extract

Castanea crenata shell extract~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Zanthoxylum schinifolium leaf extract~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Citrus unshiu peel extract~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Pentylene glycol~0.35–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Lactobacillus/pear juice ferment filtrate~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

ExfoliationEvens skin tone

An enzyme-based exfoliant

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Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking

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Ficus carica fruit extract~0.3–0.55%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect

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Morus alba fruit extract~0.3–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Punica granatum fruit extract~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties

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Ginkgo biloba nut extract~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

A yeast extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and can help attract water to its upper layers

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Azadirachta indica leaf extract~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Oenothera biennis flower extract~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance

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Ulmus davidiana root extract~0.3–0.55%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A 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

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Pinus palustris leaf extract~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Pueraria lobata root extract~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Artemisia annua extract~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Cucumis melo fruit extract~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties

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Citrullus lanatus fruit extract~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound

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Aloe barbadensis extract~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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 extract

Cucumis sativus extract~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

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Actinidia chinensis fruit extract~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking

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Symphytum officinale leaf extract~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Antibacterial

A plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effect

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Lycopodium clavatum extract~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Equisetum arvense extract~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating

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Aphanothece sacrum exopolysaccharides~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Helichrysum arenarium extract~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ci 19140~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A yellow dye

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Pancratium maritimum extract~0.2–0.35%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Evens skin toneAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It might help reduce hyperpigmentation

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Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating

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Brilliant

Not recognized

Ci 42090~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A colorant (dye)

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Fcf

Not recognized

Prunus mume fruit extract~0.1–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Evens skin toneAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence of effectiveness is lacking

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Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract~0.1–0.15%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking

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Ingredient list view

Water, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Propanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, 1,2-hexanediol, Glycereth-26, Butylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Illicium verum fruit extract, Polyglyceryl-4 laurate, Adenosine, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Disodium edta, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Sodium hyaluronate, Parfum, Carbon, Water, Xylitol, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Diospyros kaki leaf extract, Beta-glucan, Carthamus tinctorius flower extract, Coffea arabica seed extract, Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Castanea crenata shell extract, Zanthoxylum schinifolium leaf extract, Citrus unshiu peel extract, Pentylene glycol, Lactobacillus/pear juice ferment filtrate, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Ficus carica fruit extract, Morus alba fruit extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Ginkgo biloba nut extract, Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate, Azadirachta indica leaf extract, Oenothera biennis flower extract, Ulmus davidiana root extract, Pinus palustris leaf extract, Pueraria lobata root extract, Artemisia annua extract, Cucumis melo fruit extract, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis extract, Cucumis sativus extract, Actinidia chinensis fruit extract, Symphytum officinale leaf extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lycopodium clavatum extract, Equisetum arvense extract, Aphanothece sacrum exopolysaccharides, Helichrysum arenarium extract, Ci 19140, Pancratium maritimum extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Unknown, Ci 42090, Unknown, Prunus mume fruit extract, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract

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	MEDI-PEELApple-Tox Pore TonerYOUR PRODUCT	Dr. Jart+Vital Hydra Solution Essence with the Blue Shot	Dr.GHYDRA AQUA CAPSULE ESSENCE	BacielHydra Barrier Cica Essence Toner
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Shared key ingredients	—	7 of 12	7 of 12	8 of 12
Key difference	—	Glycine	Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride	Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Irritancy	High	Medium	Medium	Medium
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"MEDI-PEEL - Apple-Tox Pore Toner" is effective for: Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Evens skin tone and Anti-blemish

Ingredient callouts

A good concentration of Niacinamide (2.30% - 2.80%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
Adenosine 0.45% - 0.70%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 0.90% - 1.10% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.40% - 0.60%, anhydroxylitol 0.45% - 0.65%, xylitylglucoside 0.45% - 0.65%, panthenol 0.90% - 1.10% and glycerin 2.90% - 3.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.