Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, AllantoinWorks well
“Target blemishes and reveal radiant skin with the Teen Skin Salicylic Acid Tonic; a fast-acting solution which exfoliates and unclogs pores, clears blackheads and thoroughly cleanses congested skin.”
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: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, AllantoinWorks well
“Target blemishes and reveal radiant skin with the Teen Skin Salicylic Acid Tonic; a fast-acting solution which exfoliates and unclogs pores, clears blackheads and thoroughly cleanses congested skin.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Evens skin toneSalicylic acidNot delivered
“A leave-on liquid exfoliant, use the Teen Skin Salicylic Acid Tonic at night and wake up to smoother and cleaner skin with a more even skin tone.”
This product might help improve the skin tone through exfoliation. In other words, it helps to speed up the shedding of cells from the upper layer of the skin, and this might help reduce hyperpigmentation.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Panthenol, Glycerin + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": allantoin, 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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Alcohol + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Polysorbate 20~5–7.5%
Hamamelis virginiana water~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilSalicylic acid~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidPropanediol~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAlcohol~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can 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 AlcoholGlycerin~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 GlycerinSodium hydroxymethylglycinate~0.25–0.5%
Allantoin~0.5–1.15%
- 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 AllantoinDisodium edta~0.45–1%
Panthenol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolParfum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.5%
Benzyl salicylate~0.1–0.35%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateNelumbo nucifera flower extract~0.05–0.1%
Nymphaea coerulea flower extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Polysorbate 20, Hamamelis virginiana water, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Salicylic acid, Propanediol, Alcohol, Glycerin, Sodium hydroxymethylglycinate, Allantoin, Disodium edta, Panthenol, Parfum, Sodium hydroxide, Benzyl salicylate, Sodium hyaluronate, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Nymphaea coerulea flower extract
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| NIP+FABSalicylic Acid TonicYOUR PRODUCT | Paula's choiceResist Anti-Aging Daily Pore-Refining Treatment BHA Full size | For pore tightening & skin rebalancingPolyhydroxy Acid 03% Toner | Derm InstituteCellular Brightening Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 99% | 94% | 93% |
| Price | — | $50.80 | $28.99 | $72.66 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Beauty Drops AHA 30% + BHA 2% PeelingCreightons Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Tonic 1
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 4A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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