Works for
CleansingPolysorbate 20Can be harsh
“This toner not only ensures that traces of oil and impurities are removed from the skin, it also helps to balance the skin’s natural pH, as well as control excess oil and minimize the look of large pores.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Citrus paradisi peel oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Pentylene glycol~6–9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolHamamelis virginiana water~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterGlycerin~2.6–4%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolEthoxydiglycol~1.6–2.3%
1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.1%
Caprylyl glycol~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPolysorbate 20~0.95–1.45%
Sodium pca~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.5–1.2%
- 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 glycyrrhizatePanthenol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 leaf extractAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 leaf juiceCitrus paradisi peel oil~0.15–0.55%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBiosaccharide gum-1~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Bioflavonoids~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Brassica oleracea italica extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
More about Brassica oleracea italica extractBenzoic acid~0.05–0.2%
Limonene~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Pentylene glycol, Hamamelis virginiana water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Ethoxydiglycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Polysorbate 20, Sodium pca, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Panthenol, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Phenoxyethanol, Biosaccharide gum-1, Bioflavonoids, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Benzoic acid, Limonene
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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.
| ObagiBALANCING TONERYOUR PRODUCT | PCA SKINHydrating Toner | Colleen Rothschild BeautyMicellar Cleansing Water | Oce’aneFacial tonic with aloe Vera | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 40% | 36% |
| Price | $25.00 | $11.50−$13.50 | — | $18.21−$6.79 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Lactate | Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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