Works for
MoisturizingBetaine, Sodium pca + 9 moreWorks
“Mediheal Watermide Toner Pad is a daily treatment pad that provides abundant moisturisation and relieves swelling for smooth, dewy skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, dipotassium glycyrrhizate.
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).
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Hydroxyethyl urea, AllantoinWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: hydroxyethyl urea.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Salvia sclarea oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dipropylene glycol~7.3–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycol1,2-hexanediol~2.2–2.7%
Betaine~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineSodium pca~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaHydroxyacetophenone~2–2.4%
Octyldodeceth-16~1.7–2.1%
Hydroxyethyl urea~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
More about Hydroxyethyl ureaDipotassium glycyrrhizate~1.2–1.4%
- 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~0.95–1.2%
- 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 citrateAllantoin~0.55–0.8%
- 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 AllantoinXanthan gum~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHydroxyethylcellulose~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseCitric acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.45–0.65%
Olea europaea fruit oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilGlycerin~0.45–0.65%
- 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 GlycerinSea water~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water
More about Sea waterMyosotis sylvatica flower/leaf/stem extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- 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 glycolPolyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateAbies sibirica oil~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps 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 lecithinRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilPseudoalteromonas ferment extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salvia sclarea oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cetraria islandica extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mentha aquatica extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Anthemis nobilis flower oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilJuniperus mexicana oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chamomilla recutita flower oil~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower oilMangifera indica fruit extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. There is no evidence of other benefits in skin
More about Mangifera indica fruit extractLactobacillus ferment~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIngredient list view
Water, Dipropylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Betaine, Sodium pca, Hydroxyacetophenone, Octyldodeceth-16, Hydroxyethyl urea, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Sodium citrate, Allantoin, Xanthan gum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Olea europaea fruit oil, Glycerin, Sea water, Myosotis sylvatica flower/leaf/stem extract, Butylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Abies sibirica oil, Hydrogenated lecithin, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Pseudoalteromonas ferment extract, Salvia sclarea oil, Cetraria islandica extract, Mentha aquatica extract, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Juniperus mexicana oil, Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Mangifera indica fruit extract, Lactobacillus ferment, Caprylyl glycol
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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.
| MEDIHEALWatermide Toner Pad (100 pcs)YOUR PRODUCT | BIOHEAL BOHCeramune Hydrating Cream Skin | ElishacoyMy Balance Mist - 3 Types | LeadersCalming Biotic Quick Soothing Pads | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | — | $26.39 | $7.77 | $25.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Ns | Panthenol | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"MEDIHEAL - Buy Mediheal Watermide Toner Pad Australia - Korean Skin Care and Makeup" is effective for: Exfoliation
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate in this product (1.20% - 1.40%) can also further help improve the skin barrier. It might be able to calm down inflammation and reduce sensitivity. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate is an active compound from the licorice root.
- Humectants (lactobacillus ferment 0.10% - 0.15%, glycerin 0.45% - 0.65%, dipotassium glycyrrhizate 1.20% - 1.40%, hydroxyethyl urea 1.40% - 1.80%, sodium pca 2.40% - 3.00% and betaine 3.20% - 3.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 36.00A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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