Perricone MD High Potency Face Finishing & Firming Toner
Works for
CleansingSodium polystyrene sulfonate, Polysorbate 20 + 1 moreCleanses gently
“This daily, rose-scented lightweight toner gently sloughs off dead skin cells & unclogs pores of impurities, oil & dirt while visibly tightening, smoothing & reducing the look of enlarged pores for a firmer, more refined, even-looking complexion.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (caprylic acid, polysorbate 20, sodium polystyrene sulfonate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationZinc gluconate, Copper gluconateNot delivered
“This daily, rose-scented lightweight toner gently sloughs off dead skin cells & unclogs pores of impurities, oil & dirt while visibly tightening, smoothing & reducing the look of enlarged pores for a firmer, more refined, even-looking complexion.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower water, Parfum + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Rosa damascena flower water~7.2–8.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterCitric acid~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGlycerin~3–3.6%
- 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 GlycerinDimethyl mea~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium polystyrene sulfonate~1.9–2.3%
1,2-hexanediol~0.75–1.1%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Rose extract~1.1–1.4%
Polysorbate 20~0.95–1.15%
Propanediol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycyrrhiza glabra rhizome/root extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed rhodophyceae extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Panthenol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolParfum~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateMagnesium aspartate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
More about Magnesium aspartateZinc gluconate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconatePotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Humulus lupulus extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hops extract. Can contain common irritants and allergens geraniol, limonene, linalool
More about Humulus lupulus extractXylitol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolCaprylic acid~0.3–0.55%
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolVitis vinifera leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolMenthol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Copper gluconate~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateCitronellol~0.1–0.15%
Geraniol~0.05–0.1%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalIngredient list view
Water, Rosa damascena flower water, Citric acid, Glycerin, Dimethyl mea, Sodium polystyrene sulfonate, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium benzoate, Rose extract, Polysorbate 20, Propanediol, Glycyrrhiza glabra rhizome/root extract, Hydrolyzed rhodophyceae extract, Panthenol, Parfum, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Magnesium aspartate, Zinc gluconate, Potassium sorbate, Humulus lupulus extract, Xylitol, Caprylic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Vitis vinifera leaf extract, Caprylyl glycol, Menthol, Copper gluconate, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal
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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.
| Perricone MDHigh Potency Face Finishing & Firming TonerYOUR PRODUCT | SesdermaSensyses Liposomal Lightening Cleanser | NeutrogenaVisibly Clear Spot Proofing Purifying Toner | ObagiSUZANOBAGIMD Balancing Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | $49.00 | $13.89−$35.11 | $7.35−$41.65 | $40.00−$9.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Salicylic Acid | Biosaccharide Gum-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Perricone MD - High Potency Face Finishing & Firming Toner" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (panthenol 0.50% - 0.75% and glycerin 3.00% - 3.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Perricone MD" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 45.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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