Works for
MoisturizingUrea, Panthenol + 9 moreWorks well
“Soothing toner pad enriched with 60% Houttuynia Cordata Extract instantly calms and hydrates sensitive skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, glycine.
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, sh-oligopeptide-1, urea
ExfoliationUrea, AllantoinNot delivered
“Subacid formula with double-sided pad offers mild exfoliation and skin texture refinement.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with urea, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Adenosine, Sh-oligopeptide-1 + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: sh-oligopeptide-1.
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Ficus carica fruit extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract + 7 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract, ficus carica fruit extract, ginkgo biloba leaf extract) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Houttuynia cordata extract~4.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~3.3–4.9%
- 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~2.6–3.9%
- 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~1–1.6%
Aspergillus/aloe vera leaf ferment filtrate~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polygonum multiflorum root extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Taraxacum officinale extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. Can be an allergen
More about Taraxacum officinale extractAngelica gigas root extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carthamus tinctorius flower extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sophora flavescens root extract~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panax ginseng root extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractThuja occidentalis leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acorus calamus root extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 extractMorus alba leaf extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ginkgo biloba leaf extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractFicus carica fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 extractPunica granatum fruit extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractAdenosine~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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)
More about AdenosineAllantoin~0.1–0.35%
- 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 AllantoinPanthenol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolNiacinamide~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about NiacinamideUrea~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaOctyldodeceth-16~0.1–0.35%
Disodium edta~0.1–0.35%
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.05–0.3%
- 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 glycyrrhizateSodium citrate~0.05–0.3%
- 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 citrateTocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateZinc sulfate~0.1–0.3%
Glycine~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineTaurine~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Could be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
More about TaurineCalcium chloride~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a thicker product consistency. Might be irritating
More about Calcium chloridePotassium iodide~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnesium sulfate~0.1–0.4%
Sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panax ginseng callus culture extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSh-oligopeptide-1~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Sh-oligopeptide-1Ingredient list view
Water, Houttuynia cordata extract, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Aspergillus/aloe vera leaf ferment filtrate, Polygonum multiflorum root extract, Taraxacum officinale extract, Angelica gigas root extract, Carthamus tinctorius flower extract, Sophora flavescens root extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Thuja occidentalis leaf extract, Acorus calamus root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Morus alba leaf extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Ficus carica fruit extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Adenosine, Allantoin, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Urea, Octyldodeceth-16, Disodium edta, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Sodium citrate, Tocopheryl acetate, Zinc sulfate, Glycine, Taurine, Calcium chloride, Potassium iodide, Magnesium sulfate, Sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine, Panax ginseng callus culture extract, Parfum, Sh-oligopeptide-1
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| MediFlowerHeartleaf Toner PadYOUR PRODUCT | SkinfoodRice Brightening Toner 160ml | CandorlovToner Pads Korean & Exfoliating Face Pads | BentonSnail Bee High Content Essence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% | 48% | 45% |
| Price | $15.22 | $12.90−$2.32 | $42.99+$27.77 | $2.45−$12.77 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"MediFlower - Heartleaf Toner Pad" is effective for: Anti-aging and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (sh-oligopeptide-1 0.05% - 0.15%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Adenosine 0.10% - 0.45%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
- Humectants (glycine 0.10% - 0.35%, urea 0.10% - 0.30% and glycerin 3.30% - 4.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Allergic contact dermatitis to plants in a Spanish dermatology department: a 7-year reviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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